• LITFEST: Richard O'Neill: Romani Tales

  • Stage

Price

  • £3.00

Length

  • 60

Presented By

  • LITFEST

VENUE: Lancaster Library

The whole family can join together for a spellbinding storytelling session with acclaimed author and traditional storyteller, Richard O’Neill.

‘Funny, exciting and always entertaining’Hullabaloo in the Park

Known for his warm, engaging style and the celebration of Romani and Traveller heritage, Richard brings tales to life with humour, heart and irresistible energy. In this lively session, families will journey through folk tales, animal stories and original adventures that spark imagination. Expect laughter, audience participation, and moments of reflection in stories of kindness, courage and community.

This is the perfect event for families who love stories, enjoy joining in, and want to experience the magic of a master storyteller at work.


Author:

Richard O’Neill is an internationally acclaimed storyteller, author and playwright. He was born and brought up in large traditional, fully nomadic Romani Gypsy family. He also has roots in the coal mining communities of the north-east. As Richard says, ‘Gypsy in my heart and coal dust in my veins’. His books include A Different Kind of Freedom: A Romani Story.


AGE GUIDANCE: 5+


Photo credits: Photo of Richard O’Neill; The Can Caravan © 2022 Child’s Play (International) Ltd

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Thursday 1st - 6th Jan - CLOSED


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