# Event Details - **Event Name**: Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 10:15 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Poetry inspired by the felling of the Sycamore Gap tree, accompanied by music inspired by the poemsAbout this EventHark! The Sound of Stories returns to Darlington's Crown Street library for the first time in 2026 to present an incredible collaboration between some of the North East's finest writers and musicians.KATE FOX and STAITHE perform 'On Sycamore Gap'Words and music of loss, hope and renewalJoin poet Kate Fox and duo Staithe (Bridie Jackson and Nick Pierce) in a performance of music and poetry, based on Kate’s most recent publication, On Sycamore Gap. Inspired by the shocking act of vandalism in 2023 that resulted in the felling of the world-famous tree that stood in a gap on Hadrian’s Wall, Fox’s poetry book was published on 26 September on the eve of the first anniversary of this criminal act. Kate’s collection of beautifully crafted verse, supported by the haunting and intimate music of Staithe, echoes in the empty space we now encounter and helps to fill the void with hope.With a separate support set from Staithe and a special guest reader.About the artistsKate Fox is a stand-up poet, spoken word artist and broadcaster. She is a regular contributor to Radio 4's spoken word cabaret “The Verb”, has made two comedy series for Radio 4, been Poet in Residence for the Glastonbury Festival and the Great North Run and completed a PhD in stand-up comedy. She is the author of “Where There’s Muck There’s Bras: True Stories of the North of England’s Women” published by Harper North, and poetry collections including "On Sycamore Gap" (Harper North, 2024), "Bigger On the Inside" (Smokestack Books, 2024) and "The Oscillations" (Nine Arches Press, 2021). She is also a neurodivergent advocate whose latest show “Bigger on the Inside" explores neurodiversity through the lens of Doctor Who. https://katefoxwriter.wordpress.comStaithe (Bridie Jackson and Nick Pierce) produces evocative, minimalist music that interweaves voice, classical guitar, viola, piano, and electronic textures. Staithe began as an informal collaboration during the 2020 lockdown and officially formed as a duo in 2023. Since then, they have been performing, self-recording, and composing commissioned works for a variety of creative projects. Their work often crosses disciplines, collaborating with film makers, performance artists and theatre and dance companies to create immersive soundscapes and emotive scores. In May 2025, they released their highly anticipated self-released debut album, ‘Flowers’ to critical acclaim. https://www.staithe-music.com This event takes place in the surrounds of beautiful Crown Street Library. Though soft drinks will be on sale, if you would like to drink alcohol, we invite you to BYOB!Doors at 7.30pm, performances begin at 8pm.Our thanks to Bishop Line Community Rail Partnership and Cross Country and of course Darlington Libraries, without whom this event couldn't take place. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/3d6be930-2c64-11f1-ae8b-4112d0299dd3-rimg-w526-h740-dc716164-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3da0b4d0-2c64-11f1-ae8b-4112d0299dd3-rimg-w1070-h740-dc040302-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/3dda3b60-2c64-11f1-8627-f7c713c5a664-rimg-w1110-h740-dc437766-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/darlington/hark-the-sound-of-stories-presents-on-sycamore-gap/100001986224748691 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, entertainment, music, comedy, performances, festivals, workshops, theatre, spoken-word - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.55, max: 11.55, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Darlington - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Darlington Library - **lat**: 54.52605 - **long**: -1.552577 - **full address**: Darlington Library, Crown Street, Darlington, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/32def06dcdaa5c94c1f85aaea2051e2557f117c347448b1508d43e37c064a98d-rimg-w1200-h1687-dc726464-gmir.jpg?v=1774894450 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' being held? - **A:** Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 10:15 pm at Darlington Library, Crown Street, Darlington, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap'? - **A:** Tickets for Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' are priced at GBP 12 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 12 + GBP 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap'? - **A:** Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' is organized by tracksdarlington@gmail.com. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Darlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Hark! The Sound of Stories presents 'On Sycamore Gap' sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Hark! 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