Storytelling From Japan
Thu 15 Oct · 18:30
The Hive
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Step into a world of fox fires, mountain spirits and ghostly winter nights in this spellbinding performance inspired by Japanese folklore. Poet Erica Hesketh and storyteller Laura Sampson bring ancient tales to life through storytelling, poetry, song and noh-inspired performance. Journeying from snowbound northern landscapes to the first plum blossom of spring, embark on a jourmey of myth, magic and storytelling across Japan. There will be a book signing after this event. Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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Storytelling From Japan takes place on Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 18:30.
Storytelling From Japan is held at The Hive in Cheltenham (The Hive, Montpellier Terrace , Cheltenham, GL50 1UL, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
Tickets for Storytelling From Japan are priced at £16. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Hive can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Storytelling From Japan can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
About This Event
Step into a world of fox fires, mountain spirits and ghostly winter nights in this spellbinding performance inspired by Japanese folklore. Poet Erica Hesketh and storyteller Laura Sampson bring ancient tales to life through storytelling, poetry, song and noh-inspired performance. Journeying from snowbound northern landscapes to the first plum blossom of spring, embark on a jourmey of myth, magic and storytelling across Japan. There will be a book signing after this event. Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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The HiveThe Hive, Montpellier Terrace , Cheltenham, GL50 1UL, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
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When is Storytelling From Japan?
Storytelling From Japan takes place on Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 18:30.
Where is Storytelling From Japan taking place?
Storytelling From Japan is held at The Hive in Cheltenham (The Hive, Montpellier Terrace , Cheltenham, GL50 1UL, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
How much are tickets for Storytelling From Japan?
Tickets for Storytelling From Japan are priced at £16. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Is there anywhere to stay near Storytelling From Japan?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Hive can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Storytelling From Japan?
Tickets for Storytelling From Japan can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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