Riding Lights Theatre Company
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York based, internationally renowned touring theatre company.
Make theatre make a difference.
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Make theatre make a difference.
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CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Introducing the cast of Night Falls, our brand-new passion play by Paul Birch, touring the UK this Lent. Actors Matthew Rutherford & Esther Atkins will be bringing this dynamic retelling of the Easter story to life. More info & tickets: www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls
January 27, 2026 at 12:52 PM
CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Introducing the cast of Night Falls, our brand-new passion play by Paul Birch, touring the UK this Lent. Actors Matthew Rutherford & Esther Atkins will be bringing this dynamic retelling of the Easter story to life. More info & tickets: www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls
Here we go! First day of rehearsals and a read-through with the cast, creatives and core staff @friargatetheatre for our National Tour of Night Falls. We can't wait to get this show on the road so you can see it! Opening at the Lowry (12 Feb)-book your tickets now!
www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls
www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls
January 26, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Here we go! First day of rehearsals and a read-through with the cast, creatives and core staff @friargatetheatre for our National Tour of Night Falls. We can't wait to get this show on the road so you can see it! Opening at the Lowry (12 Feb)-book your tickets now!
www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls
www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls
We're heading to St Mary's Cathedral in Middlesborough during our Lent tour of Night Falls on February 26th. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.
January 25, 2026 at 10:01 AM
We're heading to St Mary's Cathedral in Middlesborough during our Lent tour of Night Falls on February 26th. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.
Book your tickets for a night out with comedians Steffen Peddie and Rob Deering as they step in front of the comedy mic at our Get Up Stand Up Comedy Club on 26 Feb, joined by our host Howard Walker. Tickets via 'what's on' link in bio. 14+ show.
January 23, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Book your tickets for a night out with comedians Steffen Peddie and Rob Deering as they step in front of the comedy mic at our Get Up Stand Up Comedy Club on 26 Feb, joined by our host Howard Walker. Tickets via 'what's on' link in bio. 14+ show.
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
January 22, 2026 at 10:01 AM
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
Right Here Right Now! (York's favourite comedy improv show) is back at Friargate Theatre for another night of sensational silliness! Join us Thursday 05 Feb at 7.30pm and be entertained by interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Check the link in our bio for tickets now!
Check the link in our bio for tickets now!
January 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Right Here Right Now! (York's favourite comedy improv show) is back at Friargate Theatre for another night of sensational silliness! Join us Thursday 05 Feb at 7.30pm and be entertained by interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Check the link in our bio for tickets now!
Check the link in our bio for tickets now!
We're really excited that our tour of Night Falls will begin with four performances at The Lowry in Salford. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.
January 19, 2026 at 1:46 PM
We're really excited that our tour of Night Falls will begin with four performances at The Lowry in Salford. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.
We are hiring! Are you an experienced production & operations manager able to lead the technical and production operations for events and productions for a busy theatre venue in York? We'd love you to be part of our team! Head to www.ridinglights.org/jobs for more info.
January 19, 2026 at 11:30 AM
We are hiring! Are you an experienced production & operations manager able to lead the technical and production operations for events and productions for a busy theatre venue in York? We'd love you to be part of our team! Head to www.ridinglights.org/jobs for more info.
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
January 16, 2026 at 1:30 PM
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
DON'T MISS: Right Here Right Now! York's favourite comedy improv show, live at Friargate Theatre, Thursday Feb 5th, 7.30pm! Join us for a fantastic night of interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Link in bio for tickets.
Link in bio for tickets.
January 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
DON'T MISS: Right Here Right Now! York's favourite comedy improv show, live at Friargate Theatre, Thursday Feb 5th, 7.30pm! Join us for a fantastic night of interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Link in bio for tickets.
Link in bio for tickets.
Are you looking for affordable rehearsal space in York? Do you love a discounted cafe and bar? Would you like access to theatre courses and masterclasses at a lower price? If yes, then become a MAKE member at Riding Lights Theatre Company today - only £5 per month! MAKE link in bio to sign up.
January 10, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Are you looking for affordable rehearsal space in York? Do you love a discounted cafe and bar? Would you like access to theatre courses and masterclasses at a lower price? If yes, then become a MAKE member at Riding Lights Theatre Company today - only £5 per month! MAKE link in bio to sign up.
We're really excited that Night Falls will have performances at Lowry in Salford and Cast in Doncaster during our Lent tour. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.
January 9, 2026 at 10:01 AM
We're really excited that Night Falls will have performances at Lowry in Salford and Cast in Doncaster during our Lent tour. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.
DON'T MISS: The Write Stuff — a creative weekend retreat at Wydale Hall, North Yorkshire, designed for writers and theatre-makers who want to explore, experiment, and create new work. March 20th - 22nd.
Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
January 8, 2026 at 1:30 PM
DON'T MISS: The Write Stuff — a creative weekend retreat at Wydale Hall, North Yorkshire, designed for writers and theatre-makers who want to explore, experiment, and create new work. March 20th - 22nd.
Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
DON'T MISS: The Improv Gym "In Good Company" - Feb 23 - Mar 23. Come and find your funny ‘In Good Company’ by creating an improv team and making instant comedy with a new community.
Use the 'Make' link in our bio to book your place.
Use the 'Make' link in our bio to book your place.
January 7, 2026 at 5:04 PM
DON'T MISS: The Improv Gym "In Good Company" - Feb 23 - Mar 23. Come and find your funny ‘In Good Company’ by creating an improv team and making instant comedy with a new community.
Use the 'Make' link in our bio to book your place.
Use the 'Make' link in our bio to book your place.
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
January 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
New dates please! Make sure you add these 2026 dates for Right Here Right Now to your diary. Don't miss out on York's favourite comedy improv show, live at Friargate Theatre! Join us for a fantastic night of interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Link in bio for tickets.
Link in bio for tickets.
January 6, 2026 at 10:01 AM
New dates please! Make sure you add these 2026 dates for Right Here Right Now to your diary. Don't miss out on York's favourite comedy improv show, live at Friargate Theatre! Join us for a fantastic night of interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Link in bio for tickets.
Link in bio for tickets.
We're looking for an experienced production and operations manager to look after Friargate Theatre, lead the technical and production operations for Riding Lights and Friargate Theatre events, and to act as Production Manager on Riding Lights productions.
Head to the link in our bio for more info.
Head to the link in our bio for more info.
January 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
We're looking for an experienced production and operations manager to look after Friargate Theatre, lead the technical and production operations for Riding Lights and Friargate Theatre events, and to act as Production Manager on Riding Lights productions.
Head to the link in our bio for more info.
Head to the link in our bio for more info.
HAPPY NEW YEAR from everyone at Riding Lights Theatre Company. We hope this year brings you happiness and joy, and we look forward to bringing you more new and exciting theatre in 2026!
January 1, 2026 at 8:30 AM
HAPPY NEW YEAR from everyone at Riding Lights Theatre Company. We hope this year brings you happiness and joy, and we look forward to bringing you more new and exciting theatre in 2026!
SUMMER THEATRE WEEK IS BACK! This year in 2026, we're heading to a new location at Wydale Hall in North Yorkshire for our favourite creative week of the year. There are four courses available, and places and accommodation are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Link in bio for more info.
December 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
SUMMER THEATRE WEEK IS BACK! This year in 2026, we're heading to a new location at Wydale Hall in North Yorkshire for our favourite creative week of the year. There are four courses available, and places and accommodation are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Link in bio for more info.
DON'T MISS: The Write Stuff — a creative weekend retreat at Wydale Hall, North Yorkshire, designed for writers and theatre-makers who want to explore, experiment, and create new work. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
December 29, 2025 at 1:30 PM
DON'T MISS: The Write Stuff — a creative weekend retreat at Wydale Hall, North Yorkshire, designed for writers and theatre-makers who want to explore, experiment, and create new work. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
December 28, 2025 at 12:30 PM
DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.
DON'T MISS: The Improv Gym "In Good Company" - Feb 23 - Mar 23. Come and find your funny ‘In Good Company’ by creating an improv team and making instant comedy with a new community. Use the 'Make' link in our bio to book your place.
December 27, 2025 at 1:30 PM
DON'T MISS: The Improv Gym "In Good Company" - Feb 23 - Mar 23. Come and find your funny ‘In Good Company’ by creating an improv team and making instant comedy with a new community. Use the 'Make' link in our bio to book your place.
Add The Selfish Giant to your viewing this Christmas. Come and play games in the garden with Miff and Smog as they take you on an exciting storytelling journey through the seasons! Learn about the real spirit of Christmas in this delightful film. Link in bio to watch.
December 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Add The Selfish Giant to your viewing this Christmas. Come and play games in the garden with Miff and Smog as they take you on an exciting storytelling journey through the seasons! Learn about the real spirit of Christmas in this delightful film. Link in bio to watch.
Happy Christmas from everyone at Riding Lights! However you choose to celebrate, we hope you have a really great day.
December 25, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Happy Christmas from everyone at Riding Lights! However you choose to celebrate, we hope you have a really great day.
That's a wrap! Christmas Inn Trouble, over and out! A huge THANK YOU to this fantastic duo - Jared More and Katie Coen who have travelled up and down the country performing the show 45 times to a total of 5488 people. We're so grateful to them for all their hard work and brilliant acting.
December 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM
That's a wrap! Christmas Inn Trouble, over and out! A huge THANK YOU to this fantastic duo - Jared More and Katie Coen who have travelled up and down the country performing the show 45 times to a total of 5488 people. We're so grateful to them for all their hard work and brilliant acting.