Freedom to be unleashed

CELEBRATION OF MUSIC, CIRCUS, DANCE AND MORE

- By DEBORAH HALL

HULL'S streets, squares and marina area will come alive this week with the return of the annual Freedom Festival.

An extraordinary mix of world-class circus, unique music, daring performances, thought-provoking installations and joyful community experiences have been planned, say organisers.

From Thursday to Sunday, August 28 to 31, there will be over 76 performances created by 29 artists and companies from six countries, featuring over 150 performers and community members, with over 100 hours of free-to-access arts and culture. The Freedom Festival programme is available online now for families to plan their visits.

Phil Hargreaves, festival director, said: "With three distinct zones across the city centre, you can cram as much in as possible, have a chilled experience or pop in for a particular highlight. The team at Freedom Festival has pulled together some highlights to get you in the mood."

Internationally renowned Copenhagen Collective bring The Genesis to Hull following a hit run at Edinburgh Fringe, five-star reviews and a LIST award nomination. Night of the Werewolves is a thrilling live theatre experience, where audience members play the original game that inspired hit TV series, Traitors.