From The 1975, to a spectacular torchlit parade through Hull, here are the top 10 events at Freedom Festival 2013.
The festival takes over Hull Marina and the Fruit Market, Humber Street, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 6-8, 2013.Torchlight procession
Six hundred local residents will act as torchbearers in this spectacular procession, that will move through the city centre from the William Wilberforce Monument, through the Old Town to the Fruit Market. The procession will culminate in a spine-tingling rendition of Martin Luther King's "I Have A Dream" speech, by renowned poet and broadcaster Lemn Sissay MBE – honouring the 50-year anniversary of this momentous speech. The evening will continue with dance, comedy, theatre and music at the various Freedom venues.Starts at the William Wilberforce Monument on Friday at 8pm.The 1975
Manchester guitar band The 1975 are described as providing "pop anthems … with stadium-sized drums" by Rolling Stone magazine. The 1975 played two shows at Glastonbury this summer on their return from a tour of the US, and have been championed by and playlisted on Radio 1 with hits including The City, Chocolate and Sex. Theirs is a chameleonic, futuristic approach to music. Saturday, September 7, 10pm, Pier Stage.Craig Charles's Funk and Soul Show
The TV and radio star Craig Charles has received widespread acclaim for the "feel good" effect of his live shows, which unite music lovers of all ages. This Funk and Soul Show brings a euphoric mix of funk, soul, Northern Soul classics and emerging artists to live audiences, as featured on his popular BBC Radio 6 Music show, heralded for its eclectic mix of tracks.Friday, September 6, 9pm, Pier Stage.Ziggy: An exibition of photographs by Peter Hardy
Never-seen-before photographs of the Ziggy Stardust Tour, taken by Hull photographer Peter Hardy in 1973 will be on display at the Ziggy exhibition. The tour promoted Bowie's album The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars; the exhibition is a tribute to Bowie's Hull-born band members, Mick Ronson and Trevor Bolder. Friday, September 6, to Sunday, September 9, Museum of Club Culture.Pappy's
Pappy's Last Show Ever was the smash-hit success of last year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It garnered nine five-star reviews and earned Pappy's their second Edinburgh Comedy Award nomination for Best Show. Pappy's has been described as one of the finest sketch troupes of the past decade. This offering will be full of sketches, songs and silliness – catch them while you can. Friday, September 6, 9pm, Festival Big Top.Lucy Beaumont: To Hull And Back
BBC New Comedy Award 2012 winner Lucy Beaumont returns to her home town of Hull for a very special performance. Lucy Beaumont: To Hull And Back, showcases our homegrown comedic talent at its very best. Demonstrating her razor-sharp wit and letting the world know that women can be funny too, Lucy Beaumont is a rising talent and an unstoppable force. Saturday, September 7, 9pm, Festival Big Top.Ballet Lorent
One of the UK's most distinctive dance companies, Ballet Lorent leads Freedom's dance programme. This new show celebrates the company's 20th anniversary, and includes exuberant ensemble dancing.Friday, September 6, and Saturday, September 7, 8pm, Hull City Hall.Transe Express
French pioneers of modern street theatre Transe Express have wowed audiences across the globe with their awe-inspiring works of performance, art, circus, music and fire. Their show at Freedom is a UK exclusive – a procession and finale show that's a must-see.Saturday, September 7, 9pm, Humber Quays.The Paper Cinema's Odyssey
The Paper Cinema's Odyssey is performed by The Paper Cinema, a group of puppeteers, designers and musicians who are on stage throughout the production. Intricate pen and ink illustrations are manipulated in real-time in front of a live video camera and projected on to the big screen to music. Not to be missed.Sunday, September 8, 2.15pm and 4.30pm, Festival Big Top.Baby Loves Disco
Baby Loves Disco is a daytime dance party, featuring real club DJs spinning disco classics and current pop tunes. It brings the best of both worlds – parents can socialise and listen to some "proper" music while kids go crazy on the dancefloor. Open to parents with babies, toddlers and children up to 7 years Saturday, September 7, 12.30pm, Festival Big Top.
• Map and programme for Hull Freedom Festival 2013
