{"id":522212,"date":"2025-10-23T13:02:18","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:02:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/522212\/"},"modified":"2025-10-23T13:02:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:02:18","slug":"live-shows-crafts-and-trails-bring-ancient-rome-to-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/522212\/","title":{"rendered":"Live shows, crafts, and trails bring ancient Rome to life"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Families are invited to travel back nearly 2,000 years this October half term, as the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds presents Roman Tales \u2014 a week of action-packed performances, hands-on activities, and ancient adventures inspired by Roman and gladiatorial life.<\/p>\n

Running from Saturday 25 October 2025 to Sunday 2 November, the event is part of the museum\u2019s Gladiators series, linked to the acclaimed exhibition Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum, which runs until 2 November.<\/p>\n

The museum\u2019s talented team of live interpreters will deliver six thrilling live shows daily, bringing the world of ancient Rome vividly to life through dramatic storytelling and authentic combat demonstrations.<\/p>\n

Highlights include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Combat: Gladiators! (Daily) \u2013 Witness the clash of two mighty gladiators and decide who wins the fight for glory.
\u2022 Combat: Roman v Celt (Daily) \u2013 Experience a legendary battle between two warrior cultures, armed with sword, shield, and spear.
\u2022 Steel and Stripes \u2013 (25\u201327 & 31 October, 1\u20132 November) Meet a gladiator and his fiercest four-legged opponent in this drop-in demonstration.
\u2022 Androcles and the Tiger \u2013 (28\u201330 October) Enjoy a charming puppet show retelling the timeless Roman tale of friendship and courage.<\/p>\n

Families can get hands-on with creative crafts and exploration trails throughout the week:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Animals of the Armouries Trail \u2013 Pick up a free family trail and discover fascinating facts about the animals hidden in the museum\u2019s galleries.
\u2022 Craft Activities \u2013 Drop in between 11am and 3pm to make your own gladiator helmet or Roman mosaic.<\/p>\n

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\u201cRoman Tales brings history off the page and into the arena,\u201d said Florence Symington, Director of Brand and Audiences at the Royal Armouries. \u201cIt\u2019s an unmissable day out \u2014 packed with stories, creativity and excitement. From gladiator duels to puppet shows and crafts, it\u2019s the perfect mix of fun and learning this half term.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

For more information and to book free tickets to Roman Tales visit the website<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Gladiators Exhibition tickets are available; \u00a36.50 adults, \u00a34 children and concessions, 3s and under go free. Booking recommended visit the website<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The Royal Armouries Museum is located on Armouries Drive near Leeds Dock, LS10 1LT.<\/p>\n

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This post is based on a press release issued by the Royal Armouries Museum<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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