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- Tickets £10
- Times 6pm
- Running time 45 – 60 minutes
- Venue Jerwood DanceHouse, Foundry Lane, Ipswich, IP4 1DW
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Acclaimed novelist Eva Verde reads from her new work and reflects on the journey so far.
Hosted by Amanda Murkett
Join our amazing friend and patron Eva Verde for an upfront conversation about her incredible third novel Them Girls. A story about sisters and about secrets, Them Girls is raw and real, and deals with themes of identity, class and the corruption of power. Eva is a powerhouse, and writes about real women in an incredible and relatable way.
Please note: this event will take place at DanceEast (Jerwood DanceHouse, Foundry Ln, Ipswich IP4 1DW)
The New Wolsey Theatre is acting as a ticket agent for the Ipswich Book Festival, for more information about the festival check out their website by clicking the Ipswich Book Festival icon below.
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Venue: New Wolsey Theatre, Civic Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2AS.
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About New Wolsey Theatre
The New Wolsey Theatre is one of Suffolk’s leading producing theatres, located in the heart of Ipswich. Renowned for its award-winning productions, innovative performances and commitment to accessible theatre, the venue attracts visitors from across East Anglia and beyond.
From drama, comedy and musicals to family shows, community productions and nationally acclaimed touring performances, the New Wolsey Theatre offers a diverse programme of entertainment throughout the year. The theatre is particularly well known for its celebrated annual rock ‘n’ roll pantomime, which has become a highlight of the Ipswich events calendar.
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Getting to New Wolsey Theatre
📍 Address:
New Wolsey Theatre
Civic Drive
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP1 2AS
Located close to Ipswich town centre, the theatre is within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and transport links. Several public car parks are available nearby, and Ipswich railway station is approximately a 15-minute walk away.
Why Visit New Wolsey Theatre?
✅ Award-winning producing theatre
✅ Home of the famous Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantomime
✅ Family-friendly performances and events
✅ Comedy, drama, musicals and live entertainment
✅ Accessible venue with inclusive performances
✅ Central Ipswich location with excellent transport links
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The New Wolsey Theatre is committed to making theatre accessible to everyone and regularly offers captioned, audio-described, relaxed and British Sign Language interpreted performances. Visitors are encouraged to check individual event listings for accessibility information.
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New Wolsey Theatre
Venue address: Civic Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2AS
New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich About New Wolsey Theatre The New Wolsey Theatre is one of Suffolk's leading producing theatres, located in the heart of Ipswich. Renowned for its award-winning productions, innovative performances and commitment to accessible theatre, the venue attracts visitors from across East Anglia and beyond. From drama, comedy and musicals to family shows, community productions and nationally acclaimed touring performances, the New Wolsey…
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