# Event Details

- **Event Name**: At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus at Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Bob Pritchard and Mike Ames present 'At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus' celebrating the comic genius of Flanders and Swann.
Mike is well-known in the area as a Jazz pianist and Musical Director. Bob was one of the founding members of Cockermouth Amateur Dramatic Society and was Artistic Director of Art Out West until retirement in 2013. They’ve worked together in CADS for almost 40 years but only recently discovered that they share a life-long love of Flanders’ fabulous wordplay and Swann’s endlessly inventive music.

Michael Flanders and Donald Swann enjoyed huge success in the late 50’s and early 60’s with two shows they referred to as “a farrago” : At the Drop of a Hat, and At the Drop of Another Hat. Many of the songs from those shows are instantly recognizable and, remarkably, appeal to all age-groups 60 years later.

Following a well-received performance at Cockermouth Live! Festival in July 2024, Mike and Bob have since toured widely, with over 20 performances across Cumbria; expect clever wordplay, timeless satire, and beautifully crafted songs. The Hippopotamus will be there, of course, as will the Gnu - but we won’t spend all our time in the zoo. There are slow trains and a somewhat faster bus; designs for living and a hunt for a musical instrument.

This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give what you can to support the artist and the Cathedral.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carlisle/at-the-drop-of-another-hippopotamus-at-fratry-hall-carlisle-cathedral/200030216379856
- **Event Categories**: art, entertainment, music, concerts, festivals, workshops, live-music, performances, theatre, jazz
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Carlisle
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Carlisle Cathedral
- **lat**: 54.894722
- **long**: -2.938611
- **full address**: Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus at Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral being held?
  - **A:** At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus at Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral takes place on Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus at Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral?
  - **A:** At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus at Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral is organized by At The Drop Of Another Hippopotamus.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus at Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carlisle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If At The Drop of Another Hippopotamus at Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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