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Forms of Water: Jessica Shaw
Tue 4 November - Fri 27 February
Based on the edge of the North York Moors, Jessica is an artist printmaker exploring the impact of water & ice on our landscape over time. Combining screenprint, woodcut, monoprint & etc...Event type: Exhibitions
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HAC Studio Bar Open Mic NOV 2025
Sat 29 November, 7.30pm
A cosy evening for creatives to share their talents in the relaxed and friendly environment of our Studio Bar. We’ll have mulled wine and mince pies at the bar and some festive tunes to enjoy! ...Event type: Music, Spoken Word, Other
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Entertaining Angels - A festive fundraiser
Fri 5 December, 7pm
Join us as we collaborate with All Saints Church Helmsley, for a festive fundraising evening filled with music, poetry, theatre and more! The evening will be held at All Saints Church, Helmsley...Event type: Music, Theatre, Spoken Word
Please note: the location is Helmsley Church
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1812 Pantomime Robin Hood's Helmsley Adventure
Sat 6 December - Sun 14 December, 2.30pm / 7.30pm
A Traditional Panto with a Knock Knock Joke Contest Robin Hood’s in Helmsley? Oh yes he is — rescuing the lovely Maid Marian from the wicked Sheriff of Pickering while naughty Dame Daphne...Event type: Theatre, Family, Music
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National Theatre Live - The Fifth Step
Wed 17 December, 7pm
By David Ireland Directed by Finn den Hertog Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically a...Event type: Screening, Film
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Winter Wonderband
Thu 18 December, 7.30pm
Winter Wonderband are a chamber folk quartet with Saul Rose on melodeon (Faustus, War Horse, Waterson Carthy) & Maclaine Colston on hammered dulcimer (Pressgang, Kings of Calicutt) joined by Beth ...Event type: Music
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I Swear (15)
Wed 7 January, 7.30pm
John Davidson: diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome at a young age which alienated him from his peers, he struggled with a condition few people had witnessed....Event type: Film
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A Classical Afternoon - Fundraiser for Helmsley Walled Garden
Sun 11 January, 2.30pm
Mozart Serenade No.10 'Gran Partita' (K.361) for 13 Wind Soloists Helmsley Walled Garden Manager and former Principal Bassoon Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Chris Cooper, brings togethe...Event type: Music
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The Choral (12A)
Wed 14 January, 7.30pm
A choral society's male members enlist in World War I, leaving the demanding Dr. Guthrie to recruit teenagers. Together, they experience the joy of singing while the young boys grapple with their impe...Event type: Film
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The Steelers play Steely Dan
Sat 17 January, 7.30pm
A rare chance to hear the music of the US band Steely Dan played live. The Steelers, a 9 - piece band composed of musicians from around the UK, will perform a selection of timeless classics fro...Event type: Music
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Spoon Carving with Tom Trimmins
Sun 18 January, 10am-1pm
Spoon Carving with Tom Trimmins Sun 18 Jan | 10am - 1pm | £55 Carving spoons from fresh wood using a specially curved spoon-carving tool can be a deeply satisfying craft, where the time ...Event type: Workshops
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National Theatre Live - Hamlet
Thu 22 January, 7pm
By William Shakespeare Directed by Robert Hastie Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped be...Event type: Screening, Film
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Justin Moorhouse: The Greatest Performance of My Life 2026
Fri 23 January, 8pm
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Justin returns with "The Greatest Performance of My Life". After a successful and extensively extended tour of his 2022 show Stretch and Think (which you ...Event type: Comedy
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Snake Davis & special guest Sumudu
Sat 24 January, 7.30pm
Snake with Sumudu Raised in Scunthorpe, now London-based, Sumudu has been a natural performer from a young age, singing, playing guitar and piano and writing songs. She made her TV debut on BBCs &ld...Event type: Music
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SoulCanvas - Spells and Manifesting
Sun 25 January, 10am- 12pm
A sacred creative and transformational circle where art and journaling become your medicine. Each session blends intuitive painting or mixed media with guided journaling and soulful prompts. You don&r...Event type: Workshops
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Pottery Power with The Wilson Sisters
Sun 25 January, 10.30am - 1.30pm
Ever fancied having a go at pottery? Now’s your chance! Join us for Pottery Power with The Wilson Sisters at in the Studio Bar at Helmsley Arts Centre and create three ceramic pieces - including...Event type: Workshops
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Nuremberg (15)
Wed 28 January, 7.30pm
A WWII psychiatrist evaluates Nazi leaders before the Nuremberg trials, growing increasingly obsessed with understanding evil as he forms a disturbing bond with Hermann Göring. Director ...Event type: Film
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Simon Yates of Touching the Void - My Mountain Life
Fri 30 January, 7.30pm
A fascinating and humorous evening, acclaimed by both regular theatre patrons and outdoor enthusiasts alike! On the remote Siula Grande in Peru in June 1985, mountaineer Simon Yates found himself in ...Event type: Talks
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HAC Studio Bar Open Mic Jan 2026
Sat 31 January, 7.30pm
A social evening in HAC’s studio bar with the opportunity to hear local musicians and artists perform. The bar will be open serving beer from Helmsley Brewery and Brass Castle Brewery, an assort...Event type: Music, Spoken Word, Other
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The Arts Society Helmsley: The Queen Mother's Lifelong Love of Jewellery
Mon 2 February, 7pm
Having had access to the jewels designated Heirlooms of the Crown and with a spectacular collection of her own, the Queen Mother had so much jewellery to choose from over the course of her long life t...Event type: Talks
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Blue Moon
Wed 4 February, 7.30pm
Tells the story of Lorenz Hart's struggles with alcoholism and mental health as he tries to save face during the opening of "Oklahoma!". Director Richard Linklater Writer Robert ...Event type: Film
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Simeon Walker
Fri 6 February, 7.30pm
Versatile and prolific Leeds-based pianist & composer Simeon Walker has quickly emerged as a leading light in the burgeoning modern classical scene. Alongside a busy performance and touring schedu...Event type: Music
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EQUUS UK
Sat 7 February, 2pm-9pm
A fundraising event for Ryedale Bridleways Group Afternoon Children's film block Wine & Cheese gathering Evening Film Collection Local Equine Artist & Authors ...Event type: Film, Other
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Moorlands Watercolour Painting Workshop with Ione Harrison
Sun 8 February, 10am-1pm
Book you place here This workshop is suitable for you whether you have some experience of watercolour and would like to explore new techniques, or are a total beginner. Minimal drawing required! ...Event type: Workshops
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Jez Lowe & The Bad Pennies
Fri 13 February, 7.30pm
Jez Lowe and The Bad Pennies have been playing their songs and music of Northern England for over two decades around the folk festivals, clubs and concert stages of the world. “Acoustic simplici...Event type: Music
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Fladam: Astro-Norma and the Cosmic Piano
Sun 15 February, 2.30pm
‘Norma’s piano playing is out of this world… and so is she!’ Fladam Theatre are back with an intergalactic musical adventure for the whole family. Norma dreams of going into...Event type: Family, Theatre, Music
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Art Carnival - A Trip Around The World Workshops
Tue 17 February - Wed 18 February, 10am, 10.30am and 1pm
Come join local Artist Nicola Hutchinson for a delightful art workshop this half term, where we will embark on a magical adventure as we dive into the fascinating world of art inspired by different cu...Event type: Workshops, Family
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Megson 2026
Fri 20 February, 7.30pm
‘Simply Brilliant’ The Sunday Express ‘Savagely perceptive lyrics, ear catching vocals & melodies to die for’ Louder Than War Four times nominated in the BBC ...Event type: Music
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The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde
Sat 21 February, 7.30pm
By Robert Louis Stevenson Adapted and performed by Mark Stratford 'Jekyll and Hyde' - a mystery tale about the timeless conflict between good and evil - caused a sensation when it was publis...Event type: Theatre
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SoulCanvas - The Goddess Journey
Sun 22 February, 10am- 12pm
A sacred creative and transformational circle where art and journaling become your medicine. Each session blends intuitive painting or mixed media with guided journaling and soulful prompts. You don&r...Event type: Workshops
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The Arts Society Helmsley: The Two Gustavs: Mahler and Klimt
Mon 2 March, 7pm
Gustav Klimt and his colleagues broke away from the imperially endorsed art institutions in Vienna in 1897 and founded the Secession. That was the same year that Gustav Mahler arrived to take charge o...Event type: Talks
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SoulCanvas - Grounding
Sun 8 March, 10am- 12pm
A sacred creative and transformational circle where art and journaling become your medicine. Each session blends intuitive painting or mixed media with guided journaling and soulful prompts. You don&r...Event type: Workshops
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Ready Steady 60's Show
Fri 13 March, 7.30pm
The Best of the Mod 60s and the British Beat Boom Step back in time with this four-piece live band, dedicated to bringing the energy and excitement of the iconic 60s music s...Event type: Music
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ROB ROUSE: FUNNY BONES
Fri 20 March, 8pm
ROB ROUSE: FUNNY BONES UK TOUR 2026 Star of BBC’s Upstart Crow, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Friday Night Project and Dave’s One Night Stand. “He’s a man with genuinely funny bon...Event type: Comedy
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SoulCanvas - Beltane
Sun 26 April, 10am- 12pm
A sacred creative and transformational circle where art and journaling become your medicine. Each session blends intuitive painting or mixed media with guided journaling and soulful prompts. You don&r...Event type: Workshops
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Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman
Fri 15 May, 7.30pm
Duos come and go, but few nurture and refine their craft with such dedication and originality as Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman. Roberts and Lakeman have forged a creative bond that is as enduring ...Event type: Music
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Tom Stade - Naughty By Nature
Sat 16 May, 8pm
Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his last smash-hit nationwide tour, the legendary Canadian stand-up star is back on the road with a brand-new show. Join Tom as he playfully dishes out more of...Event type: Comedy
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How to Write a Novel with Kate Gray - May 2026
Sun 17 May, 10am - 4pm
This event has been rescheduled from Sep 2025. If you have tickets our box office team will be in touch. Thank you for your patience. Team HAC Have you ever wanted to write a novel but don’t kn...Event type: Workshops
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Ian Smith: Foot Spa Half Empty
Fri 29 May, 8pm
Ian Smith: Foot Spa Half Empty Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Ian Smith (co-host of the Northern News podcast) heads back out on tour with a new show about stress, love and buying a magic spell off A...Event type: Comedy
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Christina Alden and Alex Patterson
Sat 30 May, 7.30pm
Please note this event has now been rescheduled to 30th May 2026. If you have tickets, our box office will be in touch. Thank you for your patience while we organise this. Team HAC Christina ...Event type: Music
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