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SUMMARY:'Mirroring' retreat at Holy Rood House\, Thirsk
DESCRIPTION:I will be telling Yde and Olive and running storytelling workshops as part of a retreat at Holy Rood House\, Thirsk. \n\n‘Mirroring’ is a retreat by and for trans and non-binary people and their SOFFAS (significant others\, friends\, family and allies) with Alex and Jo Clare-Young\, Daisy Black and guests.  For further information and bookings\, please email sibylle@holyroodhouse.org.u\n\nSee also https://www.holyroodhouse.org.uk/Groups/426712/Events.aspx \n 
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/mirroring-retreat-at-holy-rood-house-thirsk/
LOCATION:Holy Rood House\, Y07 1HX\, 10 Sowerby Road\, Thirsk\, North Yorkshire\, Y07 1HX
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Keynote workshops at the Medieval & Early Modern Studies Festival\, University of Kent
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to be running storytelling workshops for medievalists at this wonderful conference on ‘Storycrafts in the Premodern World’. \nSee: https://memsfestival.wordpress.com/ \n 
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/storytelling-keynote-workshops-at-the-medieval-early-modern-studies-festival-university-of-kent/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T193000
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SUMMARY:Yde and Olive at 'Three Heads in a Well' storytelling club (Surrey Storytellers)
DESCRIPTION:Daisy will be telling the remarkable thirteenth-century tale of Yde\, who dresses herself as a knight and cuts her own paths to freedom. A tale of disguise adventure\, gender fluidity\, straight-talking angels\, and the power of queer love.\n\n\n\nWeaving medieval narrative with modern folk song\, this performance will take you from birthing chambers to military barracks\, through moonlit country lanes and woods stained with slaughter\, and from quiet chapels to court chambers crackling with gossip.\n\n\n\nThis month we are in-person only. Get you tickets (£10 or £7 concessions) on the door or in advance at https://surreystorytellers.co.uk/booking/
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/yde-and-olive-at-three-heads-in-a-well-storytelling-club-surrey-storytellers/
LOCATION:St John’s Church Hall\, 411 Maldon Road\, Worcester Park\, KT4 7NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260722T122318Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T122318Z
UID:445-1785456000-1786147199@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:'The Bayeux Tapestry: The Full Yarn' and Contra at Sidmouth Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:At Sidmouth this year I will be: \n\nStorytelling The Bayeux Tapestry: The Full Yarn (Saturday\, 7-8\, All Saints)\ncalling for the Wednesday night contra with Stomping Ground\nhelping run morning workshops for the children’s festival with Boggarts Breakfast\n\n  \nThe Bayeux Tapestry: The Full Yarn \n\n\n\n\n\nThe beasts of battle gather in the tapestry borders.\n\n\nRavens\, wolves\, eagles. All creatures – common\, fantastic\, wild\, domestic –\nhold their stitched breath\nas the battle gathers\nWaiting.\n\n\n\nUntil at last\, William and Harold face each other over some few feet of linen.\n\n\n\nThe embroidered King wants to finish his church at Westminster. The English Earl and Norman Duke want the English throne. The hawk wants to be out in the fields\, hunting for mice.\n\n\n\nDaisy Black provides a hawk’s eye view of the Bayeux Tapestry\, where kings battle\, oaths are broken and wheels of cheese are stolen by crafty foxes.\n\n\n\nSeventy metres of history in a single hour!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/storytelling-and-contra-calling-at-sidmouth-folk-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T200000
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SUMMARY:Storytelling workshop and Bayeux Tapestry: the Full Yarn at the University of Manchester
DESCRIPTION:The beasts of battle gather in the tapestry borders.\n\n\nRavens\, wolves\, eagles. All creatures – common\, fantastic\, wild\, domestic –\nhold their stitched breath\nas the battle gathers\nWaiting.\n\n\n\n\nUntil at last\, William and Harold face each other over some few feet of linen.\n\n\n\n\nThe embroidered King wants to finish his church at Westminster. The English Earl and Norman Duke want the English throne. The hawk wants to be out in the fields\, hunting for mice.\n\n\n\n\nDaisy Black provides a hawk’s eye view of the Bayeux Tapestry\, where kings battle\, oaths are broken and wheels of cheese are stolen by crafty foxes.\n\n\n\n\nSeventy metres of history in a single hour!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/storytelling-workshop-and-bayeux-tapestry-the-full-yarn-at-the-university-of-manchester/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260924T173753Z
CREATED:20260924T172757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T173753Z
UID:453-1790362800-1790517600@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Epic Weekender\, St Neots
DESCRIPTION:Looking forward to telling ‘The Parson’s Tale’ at the end of the Epic Weekender\, where a group of us will be telling The Canterbury Tales. \nHellfire\, brimstone\, dire warnings and a surprisingly camp personification of Lechery.
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/epic-weekender-st-neots/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261009T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260924T173747Z
CREATED:20260924T173122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T173747Z
UID:455-1791568800-1791738000@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Ceilidh Calling at the Electric Folk Dance Party\, Hathersage
DESCRIPTION:Electric Folk Dance Party (EFDP) 2.0 is a community folk dance event originating in British\, American and European social folk dance styles (ceilidh\, contra and balfolk) with a focus on approaches to “electric” folk music. EFDP represents the first event of this kind in the UK and as an emerging genre\, interpretations can be broad; for now EFDP centres the synth-wielding sorcery\, trancey beats and dazzling light shows of Bearded Dragons\, Portmanteau\, Ben & Sel and Amy Worrall\, and the fantastic calling of Daisy Black and Charlie Turner. \nEveryone is welcome\, whether you are a seasoned folk dancer or a complete beginner; we just ask that you follow the community expectations. Ceilidh and contra will be called (taught); bal is not called\, but there will be a beginners workshop for both bal and contra shortly before the evening’s dances. If you are completely new to folk dancing and don’t know anyone\, come and join our Discord server and introduce yourself – the folk community is generally very friendly and welcoming. \nQuestions? See logistical information or the access statement for detailed accessibility information. If these do not answer your questions please email us. \nWe would love you to join us!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/ceilidh-calling-at-the-electric-folk-dance-party-hathersage/
LOCATION:Hathersage Village Hall
CATEGORIES:Calling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260924T173741Z
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UID:458-1792584000-1792616400@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Storytelling workshop and 'Bayeux Tapestry: the Full Yarn' at the University of Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:The Bayeux Tapestry: The Full Yarn \n\n\nThe beasts of battle gather in the tapestry borders.\n\n\nRavens\, wolves\, eagles. All creatures – common\, fantastic\, wild\, domestic –\nhold their stitched breath\nas the battle gathers\nWaiting.\n\n\n\nUntil at last\, William and Harold face each other over some few feet of linen.\n\n\n\nThe embroidered King wants to finish his church at Westminster. The English Earl and Norman Duke want the English throne. The hawk wants to be out in the fields\, hunting for mice.\n\n\n\nDaisy Black provides a hawk’s eye view of the Bayeux Tapestry\, where kings battle\, oaths are broken and wheels of cheese are stolen by crafty foxes.\n\n\n\nSeventy metres of history in a single hour!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/storytelling-workshop-and-bayeux-tapestry-the-full-yarn-at-the-university-of-sheffield/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261025T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261025T230000
DTSTAMP:20260924T173735Z
CREATED:20260924T173545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T173735Z
UID:460-1792956600-1792969200@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Calling for Powerhouse Gothic Masquerade Ceilidh\, Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:Event details: https://powerhouseceilidhband.bandcamp.com/merch/gothic-masquerade-v-25th-october-2026 \nThe Gothic Masquerade returns! Join Powerhouse Ceilidh Band and caller Daisy Black at Crookes Social Club for an evening of ghoulish fun and delight\, as we commemorate the spookiest of seasons with our own unique brand of electrifying geek-folk-rock ceilidh. Bring your finest masquerade attire and prepare to dance yourself to death..! \nDoors at 7.30pm\, dancing to commence at 8pm until 11.
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/calling-for-powerhouse-gothic-masquerade-ceilidh-sheffield/
LOCATION:Crookes Social Club\, Sheffield
CATEGORIES:Calling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T183000
DTSTAMP:20260924T174135Z
CREATED:20260924T174131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T174135Z
UID:465-1793817000-1793817000@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Bayeux Tapestry: the Full Yarn at the Museum of Cornish Life\, Helston
DESCRIPTION:The beasts of battle gather in the tapestry borders.\n\n\nRavens\, wolves\, eagles. All creatures – common\, fantastic\, wild\, domestic –\nhold their stitched breath\nas the battle gathers\nWaiting.\n\n\n\n\nUntil at last\, William and Harold face each other over some few feet of linen.\n\n\n\n\nThe embroidered King wants to finish his church at Westminster. The English Earl and Norman Duke want the English throne. The hawk wants to be out in the fields\, hunting for mice.\n\n\n\n\nDaisy Black provides a hawk’s eye view of the Bayeux Tapestry\, where kings battle\, oaths are broken and wheels of cheese are stolen by crafty foxes.\n\n\n\n\nSeventy metres of history in a single hour!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/bayeux-tapestry-the-full-yarn-at-the-museum-of-cornish-life-helston/
LOCATION:Museum of Cornish Life\, Market Place\, Helston\, Cornwall\, TR13 8TH
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T213000
DTSTAMP:20260924T174442Z
CREATED:20260924T174417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T174442Z
UID:468-1794425400-1794432600@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:'Yde and Olive: A medieval love story' at the Arena Theatre\, Wolverhampton
DESCRIPTION:Tickets: https://wlv.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873677948 \nYde grew up reading of knights\, sieges and her own mother’s daring deeds.  So when faced with an unwanted marriage\, she knew she’d rather fly across the frozen sea than sit around and wait for it to happen.  Disguising herself as a man\, Yde cuts her own paths to freedom\, fighting battles\, outwitting thieves\, winning over kings and finding comfort in her new clothing.  Until one day\, she meets her match in Olive: a woman whose spirit is every bit as courageous as her own… \nStoryteller and academic Daisy Black presents a remarkable thirteenth-century tale of disguise\, high adventure\, public baths\, gender fluidity\, straight-talking angels\, and the power of queer love. \nWeaving together medieval narrative with modern folk song\, this performance will take you from birthing chambers to military barracks\, through moonlit country lanes and woods stained with slaughter\, and from quiet chapels to court chambers crackling with gossip. \nThis show is 90 minutes long\, and suitable for ages 13 and up. Children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. \nTickets £18 full price and £14 concessions
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/yde-and-olive-a-medieval-love-story-at-the-arena-theatre-wolverhampton-2/
LOCATION:Arena Theatre\, Wulfruna St\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1SE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260924T174628Z
CREATED:20260924T174612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T174628Z
UID:470-1794664800-1794677400@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Calling (mixed programme) at Nottingham Folk Dance Group
DESCRIPTION:Club details: https://www.nfdg.org.uk/ \n 
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/calling-mixed-programme-at-nottingham-folk-dance-group/
CATEGORIES:Calling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261206T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260924T175241Z
CREATED:20260924T175241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T175241Z
UID:474-1796562000-1796592600@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:The Beyond Christmas Revels 2026\, at the White Bear Theatre\, London (actor and academic panel member)
DESCRIPTION:It’s CHRISTMAS! But Christmas wasn’t quite the event as we know it today. Join us as we wander through the various ways medieval and early modern people celebrated Christmas – from mummings\, Mystery plays\, to student Revels and court masques\, let us take you on a journey through changing traditions.\n\nThis is a long form all day event with a mix of plays and panels\, including:\nThe Towneley Second Shepherds Plays\, A Christmas Mess\, Narcissus (a Twelfth Night entertainment) and a version of Christmas\, His Masque by Ben Jonson.\n\nFull play list and panels to follow!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/the-beyond-christmas-revels-2026-at-the-white-bear-theatre-london-actor-and-academic-panel-member/
LOCATION:The White Bear Theatre\, London\, SE11 4DJ
CATEGORIES:Academic,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261231T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261231T190000
DTSTAMP:20260924T175029Z
CREATED:20260924T174932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T175029Z
UID:472-1798743600-1798743600@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Calling New Year's Eve Contra at Harbury Village Hall
DESCRIPTION:More details to come soon!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/calling-new-years-eve-contra-at-harbury-village-hall/
CATEGORIES:Calling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270108T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260924T175626Z
CREATED:20260924T175626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T175626Z
UID:477-1799434800-1799443800@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:'Bayeux Tapestry: The Full Yarn' at the Old Stables\, Lancaster
DESCRIPTION:The Stables\, private venue in central Lancaster. \nEmail clairehannah1@googlemail.com to book and for the full address. \nSuggested donation £10 – £15\, \nArrive at 7pm for 7.30. \n\n\n…\n\nThe beasts of battle gather in the tapestry borders.\n\n\nRavens\, wolves\, eagles. All creatures – common\, fantastic\, wild\, domestic –\nhold their stitched breath\nas the battle gathers\nWaiting.\n\n\n\n\nUntil at last\, William and Harold face each other over some few feet of linen.\n\n\n\n\nThe embroidered King wants to finish his church at Westminster. The English Earl and Norman Duke want the English throne. The hawk wants to be out in the fields\, hunting for mice.\n\n\n\n\nDaisy Black provides a hawk’s eye view of the Bayeux Tapestry\, where kings battle\, oaths are broken and wheels of cheese are stolen by crafty foxes.\n\n\n\n\nSeventy metres of history in a single hour!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/bayeux-tapestry-the-full-yarn-at-the-old-stables-lancaster/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T173000
DTSTAMP:20260924T193824Z
CREATED:20260924T192714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T193824Z
UID:479-1800547200-1800552600@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:'Yde and Olive' at the University of Bristol (in person and online)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe baby’s first clothes were wide bands of wool.  Their small limbs were bound\, tenderly and close\, to help them grow strong.  To help them grow straight. \nFrom their cradle\, they could hear the uttered prayers of a priest\, the rush of poured water. \nThe baby blinked as drops of holy water flicked across their brow. \nThey were given a name. Yde. \nAnd with it came flocking other words. ‘She’.  And ‘Her’. \nBaby Yde scrunched up her nose\, and yawned. \n  \nYde grew up reading of knights\, sieges and her own mother’s daring deeds.  So when faced with an unwanted marriage\, she knew she’d rather fly across the frozen sea than sit around and wait for it to happen.  Disguising herself as a man\, Yde cuts her own paths to freedom\, fighting battles\, outwitting thieves\, winning over kings and finding comfort in her new clothing.  Until one day\, she meets her match in Olive: a woman whose spirit is every bit as courageous as her own… \nStoryteller and academic Daisy Black presents a remarkable thirteenth-century tale of disguise\, high adventure\, public baths\, gender fluidity\, straight-talking angels\, and the power of queer love. \nWeaving together medieval narrative with modern folk song\, this performance will take you from birthing chambers to military barracks\, through moonlit country lanes and woods stained with slaughter\, and from quiet chapels to court chambers crackling with gossip. \nThis show is 90 minutes long\, and suitable for ages 13 and up.  Children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. \n  \n  \nFeedback from the world premiere at the Gender and Medieval Studies conference\, Lincoln: \n‘Incredibly inspiring and moving’. \n‘The story itself was so complex and layered\, and Daisy’s delivery made it incredibly captivating’ \n‘A beautiful mix of pathos and humour. I found it mesmerising and moving’. \n‘Incredible storytelling…medieval queer and trans joy’. \n‘I loved hearing about medieval queer history and experiencing such a beautifully told story!  Immersive and full of suspense and empathy.’ \n‘I was not expecting the tale to be so creative and hilarious! Delightful blending of historical facts\, audience interactivity and joy.  Helps the audience understand queer experiences and historic struggles and awakens the past.’ \n‘Such a powerful and accessible way to share a story and create something so beautiful about tolerance.’
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/yde-and-olive-at-the-university-of-bristol-in-person-and-online/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270128T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270128T213000
DTSTAMP:20260924T193820Z
CREATED:20260924T193129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T193820Z
UID:481-1801164600-1801171800@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:'Bayeux Tapestry: The Full Yarn' at the Theatre Royal\, Winchester
DESCRIPTION:The beasts of battle gather in the tapestry borders.\n\n\nRavens\, wolves\, eagles. All creatures – common\, fantastic\, wild\, domestic –\nhold their stitched breath\nas the battle gathers\nWaiting.\n\n\n\n\nUntil at last\, William and Harold face each other over some few feet of linen.\n\n\n\n\nThe embroidered King wants to finish his church at Westminster. The English Earl and Norman Duke want the English throne. The hawk wants to be out in the fields\, hunting for mice.\n\n\n\n\nDaisy Black provides a hawk’s eye view of the Bayeux Tapestry\, where kings battle\, oaths are broken and wheels of cheese are stolen by crafty foxes.\n\n\n\n\nSeventy metres of history in a single hour!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/bayeux-tapestry-the-full-yarn-at-the-theatre-royal-winchester/
LOCATION:Theatre Royal\, Jewry St\, Winchester\, SO23 8SB
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270206T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260924T193815Z
CREATED:20260924T193509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T193815Z
UID:484-1801929600-1801933200@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:Claw\, fur\, scale\, skin: Stories of medieval shapeshifters at Wolverhampton Literature Festival
DESCRIPTION:The werewolf is a cruel creature\, when the fury takes it.  It consumes men\, wreaks evil\, and does no good.  Living and roaming in the deep\, dank woods.’ \n(Marie de France\, 12th century) \n  \nA woman is cursed with scales and fiery breath.  A hawk flutters through a barred prison window.   A grief-stricken king sinks into the forest greenery.  A man becomes suspicious about how long his wife spends in the bath\, and a woman worries her husband is spending just a little too much time in the wolf-haunted forest. \nWeaving story tendrils together with riddles and folk songs\, storyteller and academic Daisy Black shares a series of medieval stories which blur the boundaries of human\, vegetable and animal. \n… \nThis one-woman storytelling show is 60 minutes long\, and suitable for ages 12 and up.  Children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/claw-fur-scale-skin-stories-of-medieval-shapeshifters-at-wolverhampton-literature-festival/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270212
DTSTAMP:20260924T193629Z
CREATED:20260924T193629Z
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UID:486-1802304000-1802390399@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:'Bayeux Tapestry: the Full Yarn' at Knutsford Heritage Centre
DESCRIPTION:The beasts of battle gather in the tapestry borders.\n\n\nRavens\, wolves\, eagles. All creatures – common\, fantastic\, wild\, domestic –\nhold their stitched breath\nas the battle gathers\nWaiting.\n\n\n\n\nUntil at last\, William and Harold face each other over some few feet of linen.\n\n\n\n\nThe embroidered King wants to finish his church at Westminster. The English Earl and Norman Duke want the English throne. The hawk wants to be out in the fields\, hunting for mice.\n\n\n\n\nDaisy Black provides a hawk’s eye view of the Bayeux Tapestry\, where kings battle\, oaths are broken and wheels of cheese are stolen by crafty foxes.\n\n\n\n\nSeventy metres of history in a single hour!
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/bayeux-tapestry-the-full-yarn-at-knutsford-heritage-centre/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270220
DTSTAMP:20260924T193733Z
CREATED:20260924T193733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T193733Z
UID:488-1802908800-1803081599@daisyblack.uk
SUMMARY:'Yde and Olive' and storytelling workshop at the University of Kent
DESCRIPTION:… \nThe baby’s first clothes were wide bands of wool.  Their small limbs were bound\, tenderly and close\, to help them grow strong.  To help them grow straight. \nFrom their cradle\, they could hear the uttered prayers of a priest\, the rush of poured water. \nThe baby blinked as drops of holy water flicked across their brow. \nThey were given a name. Yde. \nAnd with it came flocking other words. ‘She’.  And ‘Her’. \nBaby Yde scrunched up her nose\, and yawned. \n  \nYde grew up reading of knights\, sieges and her own mother’s daring deeds.  So when faced with an unwanted marriage\, she knew she’d rather fly across the frozen sea than sit around and wait for it to happen.  Disguising herself as a man\, Yde cuts her own paths to freedom\, fighting battles\, outwitting thieves\, winning over kings and finding comfort in her new clothing.  Until one day\, she meets her match in Olive: a woman whose spirit is every bit as courageous as her own… \nStoryteller and academic Daisy Black presents a remarkable thirteenth-century tale of disguise\, high adventure\, public baths\, gender fluidity\, straight-talking angels\, and the power of queer love. \nWeaving together medieval narrative with modern folk song\, this performance will take you from birthing chambers to military barracks\, through moonlit country lanes and woods stained with slaughter\, and from quiet chapels to court chambers crackling with gossip. \nThis show is 90 minutes long\, and suitable for ages 13 and up.  Children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. \n  \n  \nFeedback from the world premiere at the Gender and Medieval Studies conference\, Lincoln: \n‘Incredibly inspiring and moving’. \n‘The story itself was so complex and layered\, and Daisy’s delivery made it incredibly captivating’ \n‘A beautiful mix of pathos and humour. I found it mesmerising and moving’. \n‘Incredible storytelling…medieval queer and trans joy’. \n‘I loved hearing about medieval queer history and experiencing such a beautifully told story!  Immersive and full of suspense and empathy.’ \n‘I was not expecting the tale to be so creative and hilarious! Delightful blending of historical facts\, audience interactivity and joy.  Helps the audience understand queer experiences and historic struggles and awakens the past.’ \n‘Such a powerful and accessible way to share a story and create something so beautiful about tolerance.’
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/yde-and-olive-and-storytelling-workshop-at-the-university-of-kent/
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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SUMMARY:'Yde and Olive: a medieval love story' at Three Heads in a Well storytelling club (Surrey Storytellers)
DESCRIPTION:Booking link (when available). \n  \n  \n… \nThe baby’s first clothes were wide bands of wool.  Their small limbs were bound\, tenderly and close\, to help them grow strong.  To help them grow straight. \nFrom their cradle\, they could hear the uttered prayers of a priest\, the rush of poured water. \nThe baby blinked as drops of holy water flicked across their brow. \nThey were given a name. Yde. \nAnd with it came flocking other words. ‘She’.  And ‘Her’. \nBaby Yde scrunched up her nose\, and yawned. \n  \nYde grew up reading of knights\, sieges and her own mother’s daring deeds.  So when faced with an unwanted marriage\, she knew she’d rather fly across the frozen sea than sit around and wait for it to happen.  Disguising herself as a man\, Yde cuts her own paths to freedom\, fighting battles\, outwitting thieves\, winning over kings and finding comfort in her new clothing.  Until one day\, she meets her match in Olive: a woman whose spirit is every bit as courageous as her own… \nStoryteller and academic Daisy Black presents a remarkable thirteenth-century tale of disguise\, high adventure\, public baths\, gender fluidity\, straight-talking angels\, and the power of queer love. \nWeaving together medieval narrative with modern folk song\, this performance will take you from birthing chambers to military barracks\, through moonlit country lanes and woods stained with slaughter\, and from quiet chapels to court chambers crackling with gossip. \nThis show is 90 minutes long\, and suitable for ages 13 and up.  Children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. \n  \n  \nFeedback from the world premiere at the Gender and Medieval Studies conference\, Lincoln: \n‘Incredibly inspiring and moving’. \n‘The story itself was so complex and layered\, and Daisy’s delivery made it incredibly captivating’ \n‘A beautiful mix of pathos and humour. I found it mesmerising and moving’. \n‘Incredible storytelling…medieval queer and trans joy’. \n‘I loved hearing about medieval queer history and experiencing such a beautifully told story!  Immersive and full of suspense and empathy.’ \n‘I was not expecting the tale to be so creative and hilarious! Delightful blending of historical facts\, audience interactivity and joy.  Helps the audience understand queer experiences and historic struggles and awakens the past.’ \n‘Such a powerful and accessible way to share a story and create something so beautiful about tolerance.’
URL:https://daisyblack.uk/event/yde-and-olive-a-medieval-love-story-at-three-heads-in-a-well-storytelling-club-surrey-storytellers/
LOCATION:St John’s Church Hall\, 411 Maldon Road\, Worcester Park\, KT4 7NY
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