Saturday 16th December, 2pm – 3.30pm

Saturday 16th December, 7pm – 8.30pm

After a sold out run last year, this December 2023, Artsgroupie (the Producers of Kitty: Queen of the Washhouse, A Portrait of William Roscoe and The Signalman) will chill the air with a selection of ghost stories for Xmas.

In the tradition of M.R James, Susan Hill and Charles Dickens, we invite you to pull up a chair and engage in one of the oldest festive traditions, sharing a classic ghost story. New material and a traditional classic will be read aloud by local writers John Maguire and David Griffiths, alongside a special guest to be confirmed.

Thursday, December 7th 2023 4.30pm
Thursday, December 7th 2023 6.30pm
Thursday, December 14th 2023 4.30pm
Thursday, December 14th 2023 6.30pm

After a sold out run last year, this December 2023, Artsgroupie (the Producers of Kitty: Queen of the Washhouse, A Portrait of William Roscoe and The Signalman) will chill the air with a selection of ghost stories for Xmas.

In the tradition of M.R James, Susan Hill and Charles Dickens, we invite you to pull up a chair and engage in one of the oldest festive traditions, sharing a classic ghost story. New material and a traditional classic will be read aloud by local writers John Maguire and David Griffiths, alongside a special guest to be confirmed.

Saturday 18 November 2023, 3pm – 4pm
Saturday 18 November 2023, 3pm – 4pm

“As solitary a place as ever I saw…It struck a chill to me, as if I had left the natural world.” A ghostly figure has visited the signalman twice already, each time preceding a terrible disaster. When the apparition appears for the third time, it’s up to the signalman to decode its meaning and prevent another catastrophe. A gripping slice of gothic horror from Charles Dickens, regarded as the greatest horror story ever written.

About The Reader at Calderstones Park

The Reader at Calderstones exists for a mission no less than a Reading Revolution. They explain (and ArtsGroupie wholeheartedly concurs): ”

For thousands of years, literature has helped humans to find meaning and connection by providing a powerful language to explore our inner thoughts and feelings.

Today, many of us don’t have the time, concentration or inclination to read. Yet at the same time, we’re experiencing an epidemic of mental ill health, stress and depression, and despite technological advances, many of us feel disconnected from each other.

We believe that literature’s unique power has the potential to connect individuals, help us feel better and to rebuild lost social bonds.

We are building a Reading Revolution, bringing people together and books to life in order to make warmer, healthier, stronger communities.”

Thursday, November 23rd Performance: 7.00-9.00pm Before & After reception and discussion: Arrive 6pm, ends at 10pm.

“As solitary a place as ever I saw…It struck a chill to me, as if I had left the natural world.” A ghostly figure has visited the signalman twice already, each time preceding a terrible disaster. When the apparition appears for the third time, it’s up to the signalman to decode its meaning and prevent another catastrophe. A gripping slice of gothic horror from Charles Dickens, regarded as the greatest horror story ever written.

About The Liverpool Athenaeum

The Athenaeum is, and always has been, a haven in the heart of Liverpool that offers a distinguished setting and an atmosphere unrivalled in the City. It was founded in 1797 to provide a meeting place where ideas and information could be exchanged in pleasant surroundings. Today, it continues to provide this facility in the elegant building near the Bluecoat Chambers in Church Alley. Read more about the Athenaeum’s distinguished history as a Merseyside cultural hotspot.

Image of the Athenaeum: By Rodhullandemu – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=66467144

25/11/2023, 15:00

25/11/2023, 19:00

“As solitary a place as ever I saw…It struck a chill to me, as if I had left the natural world.” A ghostly figure has visited the signalman twice already, each time preceding a terrible disaster. When the apparition appears for the third time, it’s up to the signalman to decode its meaning and prevent another catastrophe. A gripping slice of gothic horror from Charles Dickens, regarded as the greatest horror story ever written.

About The Storey, Lancaster

Thomas Storey’s philanthropic 19th century vision for the promotion of art, science, literature and technical instruction for the people of Lancaster lives on to this day. Now re-modelled and purpose-designed as a centre for the creative industries, The Storey hosts more than 20 innovative businesses and organisations. Learn the history of this exceptional Grade II listed building.

19th November 2023 – 7:30 pm

“As solitary a place as ever I saw…It struck a chill to me, as if I had left the natural world.” A ghostly figure has visited the signalman twice already, each time preceding a terrible disaster. When the apparition appears for the third time, it’s up to the signalman to decode its meaning and prevent another catastrophe. A gripping slice of gothic horror from Charles Dickens, regarded as the greatest horror story ever written.

About The Kings Arms Salford

The Kings Arms is at the heart of the community with connections that strive to bring about a sense of empowerment and positive spirit for the people of Salford and Manchester. Since 2011 this historic pub has regularly accommodated art exhibitions, fringe festivals, gigs, poetry night and all sorts of weird and wonderful types of entertainment.