The Ruskin presents Tales under the Tree: with Storyteller and Woodcarver Richard O'Neill
Thursday 28 October 2021, 10:00am to 10:50am
Venue
The Storey, Lancaster, UK, LA1 1THOpen to
All Lancaster University (non-partner) students, Alumni, Families and young people, Public, StaffRegistration
Free to attend - registration requiredRegistration Info
This event is free to attend, but pre-booking is essential. Book your free ticket(s) through Eventbrite, here.
Tickets
- Book a free ticket per child (accompanying adults do not require a ticket).
- Places are limited. If you are no longer able to attend after booking, please email h.hill-payne@lancaster.ac.uk so that your space can be offered to others.
- This event has a waiting list: please email h.hill-payne@lancaster.ac.uk if you would like to be notified if a space becomes available.
Location
The event takes place in The Storey Gardens: meet in the foyer of The Storey building, next to the Printroom Cafe & Bar. In the event of rain, the event will take place indoors at The Storey.
Event Details
Join The Ruskin for tales under the trees with sixth generation Romani storyteller and woodcarver, Richard O'Neill, in The Storey Gardens.
Throughout history, wooden toys made by craftsmen and used by storytellers have captured the imagination of young and old alike.
Join sixth generation Romani master storyteller and woodcarver, Richard O'Neill, as he brings this magic to the heart of The Storey Gardens. Listen to Richard’s original stories, meet his fabulous characters, find out how he makes the toys, and look out for ‘BOO LOG!’
Look closely, see clearly and imagine freely: as everyday objects become part of fantastical tales, discover an imagination-filled journey through the history of craftsmanship and storytelling.
Richard O’Neill is a multi-award-winning Storyteller and Author. Now living in Lancashire, Richard was raised in a traditional nomadic Romani family in the North, whose history in England stretches back hundreds of years.
Richard believes that storytelling is for everyone. He is a National Literacy Hero, has delivered projects for clients including the British Library, Royal Society of Literature and Imperial War Museum, and his books, ‘a perfect reminder about the power of imagination' (Sunday Times) have won numerous awards in the UK and Aesop medal in the USA.
About
- Suitable for ages 6+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Come dressed for the outdoors; and in clothes than can get messy.
- Come prepared to sit on the ground (limited seating available). You are welcome to bring something to sit on.
- In the event of rain, the workshop will go ahead indoors at the same location.
Gallery
Richard O’Neill reads in a festival tent.
Contact Details
| Name | Harriet Hill-Payne |