76 Days to go!

Harp & a Monkey perform ‘Tall Tales & Truths’

June 8, 2025 2:00 pm
The Courtyard at the Abbey Theatre

We are delighted to have award-winning modern folk song and storytelling trio Harp & a Monkey joining us for one of our special 'in the courtyard' matinee shows. 

Their ‘Tall Tales & Truths’ show will feature traditional and original songs and stories that run the gamut from Naked Lifesavers, to ill-fated Medieval pilgrims, and gorilla gardeners to bare-knuckle boxers. 

Critically acclaimed, these Lancastrian troubadours have been touring their wares for the best part of two decades and are stalwarts of the British folk scene. For the uninitiated, expect beguiling stories and music in which humour and poignancy seamlessly intertwine under a unique sound bed of accordions, harps, banjos, glockenspiels and more. 

Oh, and here are some nice things that have been said about them: 

  • “Bold and brilliant” (The Observer); 
  • “Fantastic” and “fascinating” (Mark Radcliffe BBC Radio 2); 
  • “Inventive” (Mojo magazine); 
  • “Excellent” (The Guardian); 
  • “Unique” (folk legend Mike Harding); 
  • “Shiny as a new button” (Steve Lamacq BBC Radio 2). 

Suitable for all ages, this show is sure to sell out quickly, so do not delay in getting your tickets booked.

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76 Days to go!
Harp & a Monkey perform ‘Tall Tales & Truths’
June 8, 2025 2:00 pm
The Courtyard at the Abbey Theatre
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