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Hostry Festival 2015: Norfolk’s Autumn Celebrations of the Arts
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What’s On
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ome sparkling Christmas shows at the Granary Theatre, Wells-next-the-Sea
e theatre will be closed at the end of 2015 until spring of 2016 whilst undergoing renovations as part of the Wells Maltings Project
Tickets available from www.wellsmaltings.org.uk
4th December ‘Something Happened at Christmas’. A festive celebration of music and laughter- with a difference! In the season to be jolly, there's no better way to get in the mood than with a funny, toe- tapping celebration of Christmas past and present with Something Happened - the trio whose shows are a joyful mix of the old and the new, the traditional and the surprising. Tickets: Adult £10, Snr Citizen £9, Friends of Granary £8.
10th December Baroque eatre present ‘Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol’. Baroque eatre present the poignant, humorous and atmospheric Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol', by John Longenbough. Tickets: Adult £10, Snr Citizens & Friends £8.
18th December Swann & Dyer Winter Warmers’. A festive celebration of Christmas Carols and Music Hall. Swan & Dyer’s Winter Warmer is a fun-filled festive evening of well-known sing along Christmas carols interspersed with famous of Music Hall numbers. Numbers such as “Daisy, Daisy”, “e Man on the Flying Trapeze”, “Waiting at the Church” are mixed in with all-time favourites such as “Silent Night”, “Jingle Bells” and even the virtuosic “eme and Variations on the Carnival of Venice” (better known as “My Hat it Has ree Corners”). Performed in Victorian costume. Tickets: £10, Concessions £9, Friends £8.
23rd December Blast from the Past present ‘A Brief History of Christmas’. Acclaimed historical musicians Blast from the Past present a festive romp through 600 years of Christmas music, songs and stories. Beginning in the Middle Ages and ending in the 20th century, ‘A Brief History of Christmas’ is a whistle-stop tour of the origins of our midwinter festivities. Featuring long-forgotten songs and tales as well as some familiar and well-loved carols, ‘A Brief History of Christmas‘ is a show guaranteed to delight the hearts of young and old. Tickets: Adult £10, Snr Citizens & Friends £8
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Contents
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Welcome
Theatre & Film
What’s On
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Theatre & Film News
36 Coast
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Suffolk Libraries/Eastern Angles
37 North Pole Christmas Festival
Cover Story
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New Wolsey Theatre Competition
38 Herring Festival/Aldeburgh Poetry
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Norwich Theatre Royal
39 What’s On Listings
Editor’s Letter
Hostry Festival
Visual Arts
Local Arts Scene
8-9 Visual Arts News
40 Southwold Photos
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Artists On View
41 Southwold Introduction
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Artist Profile – Martin Sexton
42 Mascot Media Competition
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Paint Out Norwich
43 Ways With Words
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Samuel Thomas
44 Spotlight on Julie Carpenter
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Waveney Watercolourists
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Norwich Art Supplies
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Kid’s Corner – Krafty Kids Klub
24-25 Coffee & a Chat – The Proclaimers
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Diss Coverings
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Dance East
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Stephen Mole at Fairhaven
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Co-op Juniors Alice in Wonderland
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Build Your Own Exhibition
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45 Sutherland House Competition
Education 28-29 Woodbridge School
Music
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Music News
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Sheringham & Cromer Choral Society
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Maui Waui Festival/ DCR Comp
Directory
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Vauxhall Holiday Park Competition
46 Subscriptions/Competition Winners 47 Directory
Arts Council 34-35 Culture Matters
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Editor’s Letter
Editorial: Sarah Veness sarah@artseast.co.uk 01379 773348 Sales: Gary Enderby gary@artseast.co.uk
Welcome to the October edition of ARTSeast Magazine.
Our local arts scene this month takes us to
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the beautiful coastal town of Southwold which will soon play host to the Ways with
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Fresh from an exciting
Words Literature Festival in November.
night at the Norfolk
We were thrilled to have the chance to
Arts Awards, I'd firstly
speak to Scottish icons The Proclaimers in
like to say a big thank
this month's coffee and a chat interview
you to everyone
who are bringing their latest tour to the
involved in this fantastic event at The
region soon.
Contributors:
Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich. Although
There are some great prizes up for grabs
Isobel Demangeat-Ransome
we didn't win on the night, we are so
this month including tickets to see Paper
thrilled to have been nominated for the
Dolls at the New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich, a
Broadcast and Press Award and would like
weekend for two at the Soul and Motown
to congratulate the winner - BBC Voices -
Gold Weekender at Vauxhall Holiday Park,
on their well-deserved success.
a meal for two at Sutherland House,
This month our cover focuses on the
Southwold, the chance to win a copy of
brilliant Hostry Festival taking place at
Drawn to Southwold containing the work of
Norwich Cathedral. The programme is
artist Mary Gundry and even a ukulele,
packed with exciting performances and
courtesy of DCR Music, Attleborough.
we're looking forward to seeing as many
But for now, grab a coffee and sit back and
as possible.
enjoy our latest issue‌.
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Cover Story Total Ensemble Theatre Company
Autumn Festival of the Arts in Norfolk The Hansells Hostry Festival, now in it’s 5th year, runs from
features prodigies who wrote works of the highest quality at a
October 19th-31st and celebrates local talent with Music,
tender age, transforming the way music was perceived.
Dance, Theatre, Radio and Visual Art.
Other events from the festival
Based at The Hostry, Norwich Cathedral, the core projects
this year include Lady MacBeth
include Paint Out Norwich, Chamber Orchestra Anglia, Total
– the premier of a stunning new
Ensemble Theatre Company and the main Hostry Play, Mahler’s
opera, with music by Kenneth
Conversion by Ronald Harwood which runs from October 27th-
Ian Hytch and performed by Lisa
31st and is directed by Chris Bealey. In this late 19th century
Cassidy with Will Fergusson on
Vienna setting, a time of change is beckoning and a new
piano and Elizabeth Marjoram
artistic movement is emerging, where Gustav Klimt shocks the arts world. Rebecca Chapman’s Total Ensemble Theatre Company perform Chorus Mysticus and The Rule of Three on Saturday October 24th and Saturday October 31st at 2pm at the Weston room in the Hostry. Total Ensemble Theatre Company – Inclusion, in action, with integrity - aims to provide access to professional quality drama and theatre processes, working with a diverse
on the violin, Laura White at the Adrian Wright
Refrectory dinner with Jazz,
Adrian Wright spreading a little happiness as well as a live radio show with BBC Radio Norfolk, book readings as well as Paint Out Norwich, a plein air visual art event. Box Office: 01603 598676
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cast that is passionate about ensemble theatre. Chamber Orchestra Anglia present Youthful Genius: Mendlessohn, Mozart and Korngold on Saturday October 24th at 8pm at the Hostry. This specially commissioned concert
Cover image: Simon Smith from Chamber Orchestra Anglia
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Visual Arts News
Chris Packham prints at WLT art gallery 6 – 30 October As part of an eclectic display, World Land Trust (WLT) Art Gallery in Halesworth, are proud to present a powerful selection of wildlife
Beautiful Poppy to be Auctioned
photographs featuring the elephant by television presenter and
A Suffolk glassmaker is
WLT patron Chris Packham. The display, which runs from October
on a mission to raise
6th-30th coincides with Controversial Conservation, WLT’s annual
money for the Royal
debate hosted by Chris Packham. This year’s topic ‘Does burning
British Legion (RBL),
ivory save elephants?’ addresses the subject of burning ivory
which supports war
stockpiles. Controversial Conservation takes place on Thursday 8
veterans. When
October at The Great Hall on the Strand, King’s College London.
Laura Hart from
Tickets are available by calling 01986 874422 or visiting WLT’s
Sudbury raffled a
website. www.worldlandtrust.org/news/events/controversial-
glass poppy at Art in
conservation-does-burning-ivory-save-elephants Other pictures on
Action in Oxford over the summer she raised
show from Chris Packham include Lion, Zebra and Wolf prints.
more than £900 for the charity. She has only made three such
The October display also features new paintings by Steve Cale
poppies and plans to auction them before Remembrance
and a selection of complimentary paintings and prints from the
Sunday on November 8th. 'The reason I chose the RBL is I made
Wildlife Art Gallery, Lavenham.
the poppies in honour of my grandfather who was twice
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mentioned in dispatches for gallantry in the field during WW1,' says Laura. 'One poppy will be auctioned at the Poppy Ball in Norwich on November 7th. I am hoping to raise quite a bit more.' Inspired by her love of flowers, particularly orchids, Laura Hart's sculptural flower collections combine several glass fusion techniques.
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Star Wars Art Director donates work for charity sale Star Wars Art Director Alan Tomkins is the latest celebrity to donate an amazing work of art for the Art for Action sale in aid of children’s charity Action Medical Research. Stars including Anneka Rice, Dame Ellen MacArthur and Maggi Hambling CBE are among those creating 5” x 8” artworks to be sold on Thursday, October 15th. Pieces by writer Esther Freud, journalist Libby Purves and best-selling crime writer Peter James will also be displayed at Copdock Hall in Ipswich, each priced at £30, and collectors can snap up as many works of art as they like: each card will be signed on the reverse so buyers will not know whose work they have bought until they have made their purchase. Tomkins, who was nominated for an Oscar for his work on The Empire Strikes Back, has given organisers a signed print of the original designs for his snowspeeder which featured in the hit 1980 movie. Tickets priced at £20 are selling fast for the Art for Action sale, which takes place from 6.30pm until 9pm. Fizz and canapés will be served, and a donations bar will offer beers and wine. 8 |
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Be part of Norfolk & Norwich Open Studios 2016 One of the most successful Open Studio schemes in the country will take place next year between May 28th and June 12th. During 16 days each year, hundreds of artists across Norfolk invite the public into their studios to reveal where and how they work. This scheme is a great opportunity for artists to promote their art and for visitors to see how work is created, away from traditional gallery spaces. Applications for Norfolk artists to take part in Norfolk & Norwich Open Studios 2016 will open on Tuesday October 27th 2015. Apply online or request an application form by email. Deadline for applications is Friday December 4th 2015. www.nnopenstudios.org.uk
nnopenstudios@nnfestival.org.uk or call Ros Dixon for further information on 01603 877762.
Autumn Exhibition for Holt Gallery On October 10th, Bircham Gallery's Autumn show kicks off with a wonderful exhibition of gestural landscape paintings, studio glass and bronze animal and figure sculpture. Chris Prout paints bold expressive landscapes, seascapes rich in colour, texture and representational or semi abstract in nature. He enjoys the outdoors, walking
Stalpeford Charity Art Exhibition
the gentle hills of the Midlands or the soaring coastal footpaths of Wales, Norfolk and beyond.
‘Stuff of Life’, a Charity Art Exhibition is taking place at Stapleford
These experienced impressions energise his
Granary, Stapleford, Cambridge on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th
imagination and frequently appear in his work.
November,10.30am-4pm. It offers a fantastic opportunity to
Gillies Jones is a dynamic creative alliance
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lives of learning disabled
and sometimes quickly observed poses. The
people through creativity
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Artist Profile: Martin Sexton Sheringham-based artist Martin Sexton has just finished a large landscape painting of the harvest at Gressenhall. As he talks about his work, you can feel his passion for what he does. 'I really enjoyed painting the horses and each blade of straw,' he smiles. 'The painting has a warm summery feel to it that reminds me of harvest time as a child.' Growing up, Martin discovered early on that he loved to draw. 'I used pen or pencil and spent hours sketching the countryside or creating pictures of cowboys, indians and horses,' recalls Martin.
'I decided to focus on watercolour because I felt that if I could manage that, I could paint in anything,' says Martin. 'It wasn't long before I fell in love with the medium and my paintings went from strength to strength. There's nothing better than the feeling you get when you sit down with a clean sheet of paper and you pick up your paintbrush for the first time.' At first Martin struggled to find inspiration but it wasn't long before he began to spot potential all around him. 'Now everything I see inspires me,' laughs Martin. 'I love the Norfolk landscape - the salt marshes, the open skies, the reflections you find in muddy creeks. Martin has a studio at home in Sheringham which doubles up
He was often joined by local lad John Jackson who went on to became a prestigious artists whose linocuts are legendary. 'John and I met at school in Briston, Norfolk where we grew up,' says Martin. 'I can remember the two of us getting together to make and decorate a crown for the local village beauty queen competition.' As the years passed, Martin was to follow John - who is two years his senior - to Norwich School of Art where the two men shared ideas and swapped advice. 'After college we even ended up working together as graphic designers at Boulton & Paul in Norwich,' says Martin. After leaving Boulton & Paul, Martin worked at Eastern Counties Newspapers before finally becoming senior designer at Jarrold's. But as the years passed, Martin began to miss painting. Eventually he decided to dip his toe in the water of traditional painting while also becoming freelance as a designer for Jarrold's to ensure the bills would still be paid.
as a gallery. Visitors are encouraged to come and view his paintings and also watch him work. 'I'm more than happy for people to watch and learn from me,' says Martin. 'I often wish I could have sat and looked over someone's shoulder when I was younger and I'm happy to pass on what I've learnt.' Martin also gives talks at various art groups and tutors small groups of two or three artists.'I like to teach small classes and have the time to focus on each individual artist,' says Martin. 'Sometimes I teach in my studio or we go out and about painting what we see.' Martin is available for commissions. His gallery includes original paintings, prints, cards and calendars and is well worth a visit.
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Bringing the City Alive Paint Out Norwich, returns to the streets of Norwich as the opening event for the 2015 Hansells Hostry Festival. This year promises an exciting array of events that include the two day core event with up to 40 selected artists creating an original work of art in just 3 hours repeated over 4 sessions on October 20th-21st, using the Maddermarket Theatre as the meeting hub. There will be a Nocturne event, where artists will attempt to capture the city at night as well as a mass Paint Out which will take place on Mousehold Heath on Thursday October 22nd where members of the public are invited to join participants in tackling the famous views of the city. This will culminate in a ticketed gala preview and auction on Friday 23rd, with a public exhibition at The Cathedral Hostry from October 24th-30th. The exhibition will then move to the Maddermarket Theatre from November 2nd-28th for the rest of the month. For all details see www.paintout.org
‘Paint Out’ is a multi-faceted event aiming to redefine en plein airr art practice. Our core event is the premier juried en plein airr competition in tthe United Kingdom, celebrating the talents of national and international artists to a wide and growing audience in the heart of Medieval Norwich. Event Event Dates Dates October October 20 - 22 Competition Competition October Exhibition Preview, October 23 Gala Gala E xhibition P review, A uction and A wards: 6:00pm at the Auction Awards: N orwich C athedral H ostry Norwich Cathedral Hostry O ctober 2 4 - 30 E xhibition at the October 24 Exhibition N orwich C athedral H ostry Norwich Cathedral Hostry N ovember 2 - 28 E xhibition at the November Exhibition M addermarket T heatre G allery Maddermarket Theatre Gallery
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Norfolk artist Samuel Thomas opens his last oneman exhibition of 2015. See unusual techniques, materials and imaginative pop-art inspired scenes that celebrate Norfolk.
Red Lion Hotel, Cromer, Oct 24th - Nov 1st
Artworks on show will demonstrate the range of unusual materials Samuel uses – including sand, coffee and tea instead of paint – to replacing the traditional artist’s canvas with surfboards, life-rings and floorboards! The large exhibition will feature 20 original paintings with framed and unframed limited edition signed prints starting from £95 each. You will
Cromer-born Samuel Thomas opens his exhibition during the
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The informal exhibition welcomes everyone – so feel free to browse at your leisure or Samuel is happy to share some of his stories behind his paintings. All the artwork is available to
Samuel sells his work all over the country and across the
purchase at the exhibition but you can also order online to
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your home address from www.samuelthomasart.co.uk
providing the perfect inspiration for painting. ‘I pride myself on being a self-taught artist and consequently my painting style naturally evolves and develops over time – so expect the unexpected!’ explains Samuel.
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Atmosphere (acrylics) by Annie Rice
Exciting Local Art Group The 8 members of 'Waveney Watercolourists' are Gill Carter, Moyra Byford, Jackie Knights, David Weight, Lenny and Francesca Townsend, Jean Bichara and Annie Rice. They are all experienced local artists with a diverse mix of styles and techniques, which they feel ensures an exciting exhibition of a very high standard. Starting as a group of friends who painted in waterbased
The River Stour (watercolour) by Francesca Townsend.
media and were serious about their art, they now meet monthly to inspire and motivate each other, talk about art events and exhibitions they've attended and share their experience and knowledge of famous artists. The group has
The group work in a variety of
been painting together for nearly 10 years and exhibiting as a
waterbased media including traditional watercolours creating
group for 7 years. They all live near the Suffolk coast and many
beautiful translucent images, or watercolour,acrylics, inks and
glean inspiration from the local sea, heathland, marshes,
collage to produce textured mixed media pieces. These can be
reedbeds and rivers. Others use flowers, seedheads, rocks and
subtle and delicate or vibrant, strong and colourful.
various still life for inspiration.
Waveney Watercolourists are holding their 5th annual Art Exhibition from Sat Oct 24 to Sun Nov 1 daily 10 til 5pm at the Cygnet Room, Swan Hotel, Southwold (through the arch beside the Hotel) Waveney Watercolourists are a group of 8 artists with a diverse mix of styles and techniques ensuring an exciting Exhibition of a very high standard New pieces will replace sold ones to constantly refresh the Show More Info: Moyra Byford 07712294938 mail@moyrabyford.com
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Restoring the Beautiful Diss-Coverings, previously Mary Gibson operating out of
using traditional or modern methods, or a combination of both,
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Rachel and Mary are obsessed with fabrics and antiques and are equally passionate about colour and texture. Mary has been successfully reupholstering for over six years and they’ve combined their talents to launch the Diss School of Upholstery, moving into their own larger premises in Hales Yard, Diss. The business officially opens on November 26th, but they are more than happy for anyone to come in whilst they’re preparing their workshop and showroom space. Diss-Coverings, aka the DISS School of Upholstery, focuses on upholstery courses; offering a range of courses both part-time week-day or weekends, or full-time weekends. When not teaching, Mary and Rachel take on upholstery commissions
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Norfolk's Beauty in all its Glory
Set in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden is a paradise waiting to be discovered. Walk in 131 acres of ancient woodland and watergarden or take a boat trip on their idyllic private Broad. Next month it is also the home of a stunning photography exhibition by Norfolk's Stephen Mole. Depicting beautiful Norfolk
Born and bred in Norfolk, Stephen has always been inspired by
scenes, it runs from November 21st to 29th, 10am-4pm.
the wide open skies and wonderful light that makes this part of the world so 'special'. 'Brought up on the east coast of Norfolk, in Gorleston, and now living in Ormesby St. Margaret on the edge of the Norfolk Broads, many of the images I capture are influenced by the Norfolk Broads and the near 100 miles coastline of Norfolk,' says Stephen. Often just dismissed as 'flat' Norfolk has amazingly diverse areas ranging from the huge expanses of sand and little creeks of the North Norfolk Coast, the crumbling cliffs of the east coast
and the Norfolk Broads. 'All present wonderful subjects to capture through a lens,' says Stephen. 'On top of that, Norfolk has the wonderful and beautiful city of Norwich. I try to capture
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only those that have been, will understand.’
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Build Your Own: Tools for Sharing Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery
Rachel Rayns with the Raspberry Pi Foundation, Neurotic Machins, 2015 Image: Brian Slater
What do a gardening robot, 3D printed prosthetic limbs, concrete fire places and street signs all have in common?”
include Norfolk-born Rachel Rayns whose project Neurotic
Find out the answer and discover much more at this exciting
Machines has been developed with the Raspberry Pi
exhibition. Build Your Own provides a fascinating insight into
Foundation. An interactive garden in the exhibition space has
today’s making revolution. It features neurotic robots that can
plants monitored by a robot, which controls and reports on
manage your garden, a global network producing prosthetic
light levels, temperature, humidity and soil moisture. The public
hands created by 3D printing, and explores new ways of
will be encouraged to help the robot do her job – she has
repairing city spaces, empowering communities and reflecting
become neurotic and needs our assistance and reassurance!
local craft traditions. Co-produced by FACT (Foundation for Art
Artist Will Shannon has worked with architecture collective
and Creative Technology), in collaboration with the Crafts
Assemble and the residents of the Granby Four Streets
Council and Norfolk Museums Service, the exhibition, which
Community Land Trust - a regeneration project in Liverpool.
debuted in Liverpool, will be on view at Norwich Castle
Shannon and Assemble turned a derelict house into a
Museum & Art Gallery from October 3rd 2015 to January 3rd
domestic workshop and using the aggregate building
2016.
materials from the site produced beautiful new fireplaces for the other houses on the street. Their ‘Yard Factory’ is re-
Will Shannon and Assemble, Homework, 2015 Image: Brian Slater
installed in the gallery space, alongside one of the finished fireplaces, highlighting the potential for us all to work with our neighbours and communities and utilise our domestic environments to change our living conditions.
Hannah Higham, curator at Norwich Castle Museum, said: 'Build Your Own is a dynamic exhibition that is constantly evolving. Crafts have underpinned our local communities for centuries but now the traditional tools are changing with the
DoES Liverpool, Desktop Prosthetics, 2015 Image: Brian Slater
A key element of the show is the exciting programme of
advent of modern technologies. Build Your Own is about
related events and workshops. A special ‘maker space’ in the
celebrating making and the use of both old and new tools.'
gallery will present demonstrations and workshops, variously
The exhibition features specially commissioned works by leading makers, creative technologists and collectives, all of whom embrace the ethos of co-creation. Artists exhibiting
showcasing the sound works of local artist Michael Ridge, and the exciting work of staff and students at Norwich University of the Arts. Visitors will also be encouraged to ‘build their own’.
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Theatre & Film News
King Charles III comes to Cambridge Re-Telling of a Classic in Bury
Following a sold-out run at the Almeida Theatre and a critically
In a new production that premiered to excellent reviews in London
acclaimed West End season, Mike Bartlett’s multi award-winning
last year, the magical story of Frank Capra’s iconic film It's a
new play King Charles III comes to Cambridge. The Queen is
Wonderful Life (starring James Stewart, it’s a must see every
dead: after a lifetime of waiting, the prince ascends the throne. A
Christmas!) is retold at the Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds as a
future of power. But how to rule? Directed by the Almeida
radio play on October 21st. The evergreen film is a Christmas must,
Theatre’s artistic director Rupert Goold, the play explores the
telling the tale of businessman George Bailey and Clarence the
people underneath the crowns, the unwritten rules of our
angel…and ranks among the best loved films of all time. Recreated
democracy and the conscience of Britain’s most famous family.
as a radio play, complete with sound effects created live on stage,
The cast includes Robert Powell as King Charles III, who perhaps
this is a loving tribute to the golden era of wireless and is a fresh
is best known for his portrayal of Jesus in Jesus of Nazareth and
take on a timely classic.
as series regular Mark Williams in Holby City.
www.theatreroyal.org
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Mumford Theatre: Adolf and Winston Two Actors. Two World Leaders. One Black Dog London, 1939. Winston Churchill looks in the mirror, realises that only he can steer our great nation through its darkest hour and steels himself for the hard road ahead. Bristol, 2012. Howard Coggins looks in the mirror, shaves, realises he looks a bit like Winston Churchill and steels himself to break some bad news to his good friend, Stu. Bristol, 2013. Stu Mcloughlin looks in the mirror and realises that he’ll have to grow a little moustache. Buoyed by the success of “The Six Wives of Henry VIII”, and unafraid to tackle the big subjects in an essentially inconsequential way, Howard & Stu are back walking the tightrope of taste and decency with another slice of poorly-researched history at The Mumford Theatre, Cambridge on October 17th. But will either of them escape from this war alive…?
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Exciting Touring Theatre Eastern Angles will visit Brandeston, Woodbridge, Sudbury, Bradfield and Garboldisham in October with a new Out Of Joint production.
Suffolk Libraries, in partnership with Creative Arts East, has announced new events as part of the innovative new project which is bringing quality theatre and exhibition events to Suffolk communities using the latest digital screening equipment.‘Suffolk Libraries Presents...’ is an Arts Council England funded project being run in seven of the county’s libraries with the aim of bringing more Suffolk residents into contact with the arts in a familiar and accessible local venue. Nationally and internationally acclaimed performance and exhibition events, will be screened in Stradbroke, Felixstowe, Ixworth, Gainsborough, Hadleigh, Lowestoft and Capel St Mary
Jane Wenham – the Witch of Walkern is written by Baftawinner Rebecca Lenkiewicz. Set in Hertfordshire, the story is inspired by events during the 1700s. Local woman Jane Wenham is blamed for a tragic death and accused of witchcraft. The play deals frankly with female sexuality and the expectations on women in society. Artistic Director Ivan Cutting said: 'This really is a fantastically gripping and exciting piece of theatre, and we are thrilled to be able to offer the production to our local audiences.'
Booking: 01473 211498 or www.easternangles.co.uk
libraries. Examples of the performances expected to be on offer between October 2015 and April 2017 include the Globe Theatre’s productions of Julius Caesar and The Comedy of Errors; well-known ballets such as Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake; and unique, commentated tours of exhibitions featuring artists such as Matisse, Rembrandt and Van Gogh.
JANE WENHAM:
THE WITCH OF WALKERN by Rebecca Lenkiewicz
The following screenings are now available to book (please note the Hadleigh event has had to change from October to November: • Swan Lake - Hadleigh Library on Wednesday November 11th, 7pm (Doors open at 6.30pm). Tickets £7.50 per person, refreshments available. For more information or to book please contact Hadleigh Library on 01473
• The Duchess of Malfi – Felixstowe Library on Friday November 13th, 7pm (doors open at 6.30pm).
A gripping and haunting new play about sex, fear, religion and magic, from a BAFTA-winning writer
Artwork: Alice Lenkiewicz
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Performance recorded at the Globe Theatre. Ticket £7.50. For more information or to book please contact Felixstowe Library on 01394 694880.
Touring East Anglia Oct Oct 6th – 17th 2015 A co-pro duction by O ut of JJooint, W Waatford P Pala alace Theat re and A rcola Theat re in a s so ciation wit h Ea ster n A ngles
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The Paper Dolls
New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich - December 1st - January 2nd. When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical
C O M P E T I T I O N
adventure whirling through their home and garden. Ticky, Tacky, Jackie the Backie, Jim with two noses and Jo with the bow fly through time and tear across worlds of fun and
WIN TICKETS
excitement. They face the jurassic clutches of a toy dinosaur
To be in with a chance of winning one of 5 family
and the snapping jaws of the oven-glove crocodile, and then
tickets to see the show this Christmas, just answer
a very real boy with very real scissors threatens to snip their adventure short…
the following question: What threatens to cut The Paper Doll’s adventure short?
Adapted from the acclaimed book by The Gruffalo author Julia
a) Very real rocks
Donaldson, this magical tale is brought to life through puppetry
b) Very real paper
and music and is a co-production between Little Angel Theatre and Polka Theatre. Suitable for ages 3-7. “As magical a theatrical experience for children as one could wish for” Julia Donaldson on The Paper Dolls 22 |
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c) Very real scissors Email your answers to info@artseast.co.uk including your name, full address and telephone number. Closing date: October 23rd, usual terms and conditions apply
Top-Class Cast for Jesus Christ Superstar Norwich Theatre Royal, October 19th-24th The hit show which changed the face of musical theatre and
when she plays Mary Magdalene, fresh from appearances in
became a global smash hit is on its way to Norwich Theatre
the tour of Thriller Live.
Royal.
When the show, penned by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd
Taking on the lead role is Glenn Carter who will be reprising a
Webber, was first performed in 1971, it became a sensation.
part he has played to critical acclaim in the West End, on
The rock opera follows the last seven days of Jesus’s life told
Broadway and on film. He will star opposite Australian
through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. The compelling events
performer Tim Rogers, who takes on the role of Judas after
coupled with a host of legendary songs including I Don’t
tackling many leading roles in the West End. X Factor finalist
Know How To Love Him, Gethsemane and Superstar have
Rachel Adedeji swaps prime-time TV stardom for the stage
made it a must-see show.
OCTOBER BOX OFFICE: (01603) 63 00 00 Tues 29 Sept - Sat 3 Oct HETTY FEATHER Jacqueline Wilson’s plucky heroine in Victorian family adventure £7 - £20.50
Sun 11 Oct BROADLAND SCHOOL OF DANCE Young local talent £7 - £13
Thur 8 - Fri 9 Oct RAMBERT World class contemporary dance £7 - £24
Mon 19 -Sat 24 Oct JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Legendary musical £8 - £36.50
Sat 10 Oct ROBERT CRAY Best of the blues guitar £8 - £29.50
Mon 26 - Sat 31 Oct THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION Ian Kelsey, Patrick Robinson star in adaptation of classic movie £8 - £27
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Tues 13 - Sat 17 Oct DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS Michael Praed, Noel Sullivan, Carley Stenson, Gary Wilmot star in hit musical £8 - £44
Sun 4 Oct ALICE IN WONDERLAND Michala Jane School of Dance £7 - £17.50
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With the most famous Scottish music duo The Proclaimers coming to our region, we caught up with one half of the duo, Charlie Reid, about their latest tour.
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Coee & a Chat
With an incredible 30 festivals under their belt this summer alone, The Proclaimers are working as hard as they ever have. 'There are so many festivals now,' says Charlie. 'We love playing them as it gives us a chance to perform to people who may not know many of our songs and we have to try to win them over. It's a chance to find new fans and replenish the amazing fan base we've already got. There's a strong sing-along element to what we do and that works really well at festivals. One such festival was this year's Cambridge Folk Festival. 'Cambridge is one of my favourite folk festivals that we've played anywhere in the world,' says Charlie.'I love the integrity of the people who run it and the audience are fantastic.' But with the festival season behind them, The Proclaimers are now embarking on a nationwide theatre tour and will be playing at Ipswich Regent, Cambridge Corn Exchange and King's Lynn Corn Exchange in November. It's a chance for dedicated fans up and down the country to see them play live. The tour also ties in with the release of their 10th studio album Let's Hear it for the Dogs.
'At first when we heard that a Proclaimers musical has been suggested, we couldn't imagine how it would work and we were very sceptical,' says Charlie. 'But when we saw it, it made sense immediately and it was very moving. Stephen really understands what the band is about and the songs work brilliantly.' A critically-acclaimed film of the musical was also released in 2013. For now, you can catch The Proclaimers at a venue local to you in November. 'We're really looking forward to the shows,' says Charlie. 'We love performing and hearing the crowd singing our songs back to us.'
'This is actually one of the more straight-forward records we've ever made,' says Charlie. 'The band just set up and we played and it was done and dusted in about twelve days. There were hardly any changes to be made and roughly 80% of what you hear was done live.' Recent years has also seen the success of Sunshine on Leith - a Proclaimers musical - written by Stephen Greenhorn. It follows the stories of two men who have to re-learn how to live life in Edinburgh after serving in Afghanistan. Songs by The Proclaimers form the soundtrack.
The Proclaimers are performing at Ipswich Regent (November 1st), Cambridge Corn Exchange (November 4th) and King's Lynn Corn Exchange (November 6th.) www.proclaimers.co.uk
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Dance Stars come to Ipswich
Chotto Desh by Richard Haughton
Under the artistic directorship of Brendan Keaney, Ipswich’s
the language of light and movement.
DanceEast is making a major contribution to the flourishing
On Friday October 16th, Grammy Award-winning composer and
cultural activity in the East of England. This autumn, DanceEast
percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie and Joss Arnott Dance join
has co-commissioned three thrilling world premieres, bringing
forces in 5 | 0, a triple bill of high octane dance from the all-
some of the world’s leading dance artists to his organisation’s
female company’s dancers. Dame Evelyn Glennie will perform
purpose-built performance space, Jerwood DanceHouse.
live for the world premiere of Wide Awakening. Akram Khan Company and MOKO Dance present the world
The season opens with a world premiere from Russell
premiere of Chotto Desh on Friday October 23rd. Khan has
Maliphant Company, on Friday October 2nd, marking the 20th
teamed up with Theatre-Rites director Sue Buckmaster to
anniversary of Maliphant’s collaboration with lighting designer
reimagine his worldwide hit Desh as his first-ever work for
Michael Hulls and celebrating their unparalleled command of
children and families.
PERFORMANCES RUSSELL MALIPHANT WORLD PREMIERE FRIDAY 2 & SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER JOSS ARNOTT & DAME EVELYN GLENNIE WORLD PREMIERE FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER AKRAM KHAN COMPANY & MOKO DANCE WORLD PREMIERE FRIDAY 23 OCTOBER COREY BAKER DANCE SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER RENAUD WISER DANCE COMPANY FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER CANDOCO DANCE COMPANY FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER LUCA SILVESTRINI’S PROTEIN THURSDAY 19 – SATURDAY 21 NOVEMBER ANNA WILLIAMS & TOM RODEN FRIDAY 4 & SATURDAY 5 DECEMBER AKRAM KHAN COMPANY WEDNESDAY 16 – SUNDAY 20 DECEMBER ARTHUR PITA FRIDAY 22 & SATURDAY 23 JANUARY 26 |
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Curiouser and Curiouser… One of the nation’s best loved stories, Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, celebrates its 150th birthday this year. The Co-op Juniors Theatre Company has adapted Carroll’s flight of imagination into a Christmas Spectacular featuring a cast of over 100 young performers and a host of stage magic and illusions - all in a major new musical production at Snape Maltings Concert Hall in Suffolk from December 4th to 13th. Projections, a huge stage lift and specially created stage sets are all planned to make this the most ambitious amateur production staged at the world-famous Concert Hall, home of the Aldeburgh Festival and Proms.
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Hatter, The Queen of Hearts, The White Rabbit and Cheshire Cat all appear in this new song and dance epic with soaring musical numbers and a generous sprinkling of eye-popping special effects. 'There are a number of new versions of Alice in Wonderland in this celebratory year,' says director Rebecca Darcy. 'We wanted to develop an exciting new musical version which plays to the strengths of the Co-op Juniors in music and dance yet stays faithful to the spirit of Lewis Carroll’s wonderful book and characters.' Full details at www.coopjuniors.co.uk. Book online www.aldeburgh.co.uk/spectacular or
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Alice, The Mad
Celebrating 150 years of Alice in Wonderland
Snape Maltings Concert Hall
Dec 4 - 13 Book now 01728 687110
telephone 01728 687110. Tickets from £12 - £24 with special discounts for groups and selected performances
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Education
OPEN EVENING SIXTH FORM
Tuesday 3 November 6.30pm
Senior School Entrance Exams 11+, 12+,13+ Friday 29 January 2016 The Abbey Entrance Test Years 3-6 Saturday 30 January 2016
01394 615041 www.woodbridge.suffolk.sch.uk admissions@woodbridge.suffolk.sch.uk
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Arts at Woodbridge School: An Outstanding Performance
The Arts at Woodbridge School continue to thrive with pupils
The School has
continuing to excel in the creative field. The school has
delighted in the
recently seen their eleven Edinburgh Fringe performers return
success of its music
jubilant from the festival, having performed Father Time, a
pupils, with a strong
multi-layered and imaginative performance fusing live
record of Oxbridge
performance, music, song and puppetry. There is seldom a day
choral scholarships,
when the on-site Seckford Theatre is not resounding with a
and numerous pupils going on to perform in professional vocal
production in rehearsal, full performance or academic drama
ensembles, symphony orchestras and opera companies, A
studies. Pupils can enjoy many opportunities to perform, be
number of pupils have also gone on to very successful careers
that in Shakespeare performances performed outside in the
in the world of pop music.
School grounds, or in school musicals; 2016 will see pupils don sweatbands and legwarmers for the pop extravaganza “Back to the 80’s. Many pupils have gone on to achieve
The School also excels in the study of Art. Typically all the students studying A Level Fine Art at Woodbridge go on to study creative arts at Art School or University, choosing courses
tremendous success on screen and on stage, with Old
ranging from Fine
Woodbridgians appearing most recently in the major film “The
Art to Horticultural
Secret Service”, and on television in “Wolf Hall”.
Design,
The music department is
Architecture,
always lively, with over 350
Product Design or
lessons being provided for
Graphics. Students
students each week, and
leave Woodbridge
over 60 performances each
to study all over
year. Pupils can enjoy the
the country in some of the most prestigious institutions, such
teaching of modern and
as Glasgow, Camberwell, Central St Martins and Leeds School
contemporary music, as
of Art. Recently, the School has also taught students who have
well as the classical
gone on to study at the world renowned Courtauld Institute.
repertoire, Jazz, rock and swing. Music is not an elite
The School's Sixth Form Open Evening is on Tuesday November 3rd at 6.30pm.
activity at the School, anyone can take part in the wide range of choirs, orchestras and other ensembles on offer. October 2015 | 29
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Music News Festival Music The Halesworth Arts Festival is in full swing this month, running from 10th to 25th at The Cut Arts Centre. The festival features some top music acts of all genres. Despite their boy band appearance, the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet , appearing on October 20th, is one of the leading chamber music groups in the country with a really fine programme that includes a Bach Brandenberg Concerto and an original selection of guitar-based pieces. They are followed by The Swingles the following night. Photo: Katja Toivole
The seven stunning singers that make up today’s world class a capella group use their voices to conjure imaginative worlds. Above all, there is the primal power of voices raised together in harmony.
www.halesworthartsfestival.org.uk
British Greats & New Orleans Swing On November 9th, The Apex, Bury St Edmunds is offering music lovers a rare opportunity to see legendary New Orleans trumpeter Leroy Jones joined by jazz singer Ian Shaw and talented musician and singer Joe Stilgoe for a wonderful night of music. Expect to hear the swing of New Orleans, all with some fiery soul, bebop & tunes of their own thrown in. Leroy’s career, spanning over four decades, has seen him play with the likes of Harry Connick Jr, record with the likes of Dr John & appear on shows such as Late Night with David Letterman & Oprah Winfrey.
www.theapex.co.uk
Join the Voice Project’s Red Shift Norfolk’s internationally renowned Voice Project Choir is recruiting singers for their Winter project concert – and absolutely everyone is welcome to join! Rehearsals start on October 20th with a no-obligation taster session on October 13th at Friends Meeting House in Upper Goat Lane Norwich. Unlike recent years when they have performed a seasonally themed show in December, this performance will be on Saturday January 23rd.
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Titled Red Shift, it will be held in St Andrews Hall Norwich and will make imaginative use of the space using staging and lighting to explore themes of the turning of the year, dark and light, hibernation. The music will be especially written for the piece by Voice Project co-director Jonathan Baker and other composers and the concert will feature guest musicians and solo singers. The choir is regularly commissioned by Norfolk & Norwich Festival to create new work. Earlier this year the largest Voice Project Choir ever, featuring 150 voices, sang The Observatory at The Sainsbury Centre For Visual Arts. www.voiceproject.co.uk
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London Mozart Players at Cromer Parish Church On Saturday November 28th 2015 Sheringham and Cromer
opportunity to sing with a leading orchestra. Last year
Choral Society, a community choir based in north Norfolk, join
Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society commissioned Patrick
forces with the renowned London Mozart Players to perform
Hawes to compose Eventide (In Memoriam Edith Cavell) as a
Richard Allain’s Vespers in Cromer Parish Church. The chance to bring one of the UK's finest chamber orchestras to Orchestras Live north Norfolk 2015 is thanks to a collaboration between Orchestras Live and North Norfolk District Council and a grant for the arts from Arts Council England. Originally scored for a small orchestra and handbell ringers, Richard Allain, Director of Music at Norwich School, is revising
tribute to Norfolk’s great First World War heroine. The work was premiered in Norwich Cathedral in July 2014 to mark the centenary of WW1 with the English Chamber Orchestra and soprano Elin Manahan Thomas. The Cromer concert programme will also include two pieces by Ralph Vaughan Williams: the choir will sing his Benedicite whilst the orchestra will play Fantasia on a theme by Thomas Tallis.
and re-orchestrating the work especially for the London Mozart
Catch this rare opportunity to hear fine choral and orchestral
Players with choir and soloists.
music – Box Office 01263 822347
This concert presents a wonderful opportunity to showcase the work of a local composer and gives the choir another
Email boxoffice@sheringhamlittletheatre.com Full details www.sheringhamandcromerchoral.co.uk
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Review: Maui Waul Festival Billed as the full on Electro Swing experience, the Maui Waui Festival in Theberton, Suffolk offers up three days of music, cabaret, circus and much much more. Despite its relatively small size, the festival is quickly gaining a reputation as one not to be missed and it's clear to see why. From the quality and variety of the acts booked, the extravagant decor, the exciting circus and street performers, the range and
The Flavour als e Norm Scare th
Parlour stage was
cosy, sumptuous and lovely with hip-hop collective Scare the Normals providing a real stand-out performance for me.
quality of the food on offer and the actual setting itself‌
Alongside these main stages was a
everything is perfect.
Crime Scene tent where I witnessed some top-class music and
It's clear that months of creative work go into Maui Waui and it
Djiing and a fantastic pop up tent complete with sand and palm trees for that Ibiza feeling.
definitely paid off. The main stage was particularly impressive with a huge inflatable man and woman luxuriating on its roof, blowing gently in the breeze. And inside, the quality of the music was top class with Rock'n'Electro band Bomba Titinka being my personal favourite.
All in all, Maui Waui is a true feel-good festival with an authentic Suffolk flavour mixing many genres of music into an electro swing, gypsy swing, reggae, hip hop, folk mash-up that keeps both young and old, party animal or quiet meditator happy.
COMPETITION
Musical Instruments Accessories Tuition & Repairs
WIN A UKULELE DCR Music in Attleborough has teamed up with ARTSEast to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a Laka - Soprano Ukulele worth ÂŁ42.99. With a solid Sapele top, this ukulele also comes with a carry bag. DCR Music offers a wide range of musical equipment and accessories, from guitars, amplifiers and drum kits to plectrums, guitar strings, drum sticks and music books, for both learners and experienced musicians alike
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To be in with a chance of winning this fantastic prize, just email your name, address and telephone number to info@artseast.co.uk. Closing date: October 23rd, usual terms and conditions apply.
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Audley Anderson
rk a P y a d i l o all H h x u a V t a Get funky Geno Washington
If you fancy getting funky to the sweet sounds of Soul Music
In addition to the music, you can enjoy the park's impressive
then Vauxhall Holiday Park's Soul & Motown's Gold
facilities including an Indoor Tropical Water World.
Weekender is for you.
Prices for the November Soul and Motown Weekender start
From November 13th-16th the 5-star holiday park, based in
from £131 per person for accommodation, based on two
Great Yarmouth, will be grooving to the sounds of Motown and
sharing a Sandpiper accommodation.
70s disco performed by a whole host of stars including Geno Washington, The Real Thing, Audley Anderson and Still Drifting featuring Ray Lewis. There are also a wide range of tribute acts including Celebrate Kool and the Gang and Tameka Jackson as
COMPETITION
Diana Ross. For over 18s only, this weekend is a great opportunity to get away and enjoy a few days of live music, fun and relaxation.
WIN A WEEKEND BREAK ARTSeast has teamed up with Vauxhall Holiday Park to offer one lucky reader the chance to win tickets for two people to the Soul & Motown Weekender, including accommodation in a glamping mega pod! Prize details: Glamping pod for two people from 1316th Nov 2015 at Vauxhall Holiday Park, Great Yarmouth, NR30 1TB. Accommodation and two wristbands to enjoy the acts over the weekend. Selfcatering break. No cash alternative. Over 18 only, with Vauxhall Holiday Park terms and conditions apply (see website for full details). Email info@artseast.co.uk with your name, address and phone number. Closing date October 23rd.
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#culturematters
Frozen Light – ‘The Forest’ Image: JMA Photography
Culture matters; this is something that is central to our work
film that celebrates arts and culture in England. It covers a
at the Arts Council. We believe that public life in this country
wide range of art forms, artists, musicians, venues and
without the arts and culture would be much poorer. The arts
locations across England. You can watch the film here:
bring happiness, and the arts make things happen.
www.artscouncil.org.uk/culturematters and also share it online
The arts are integral to all our lives; our theatres, concert halls,
through Facebook and Twitter using #culturematters.
venues, libraries, museums and galleries, and the arts in our
People are different; they enjoy different things, which is why
schools, universities, hospitals and old people’s homes. It’s
we support so many projects, organisations and individuals.
these things that give us the pleasure and opportunity for self-
The breadth and depth of work isn’t just reflected in the variety
expression, and bring social and economic benefits to our
of art forms that we fund – although that is important – it is
communities.
also demonstrated through the audiences that they engage
Every week our funding supports organisations and individuals across the country to make arts and culture happen. This
with, the artists that they work with and the topics that they address.
comes in a wide variety of forms, from SeaChange Arts’ Out
Underlying all of this is a sense of inclusivity; the arts and
There Festival in Great Yarmouth – which features outstanding
culture are for everyone, no matter where they live, their
circus and street arts – through to bringing art to library
background or their situation. So we wanted to highlight a
audiences across Suffolk using digital technology.
couple of exciting projects in the East of England that are
To help showcase the work that we fund we’ve created a short
doing just that, harnessing the arts to build a greater sense of inclusivity.
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Arts Council
Image: JMA Photography
In Norfolk we have been working with an organisation called
culture from the local Bangladeshi, Polish, Chinese, India,
Frozen Light, a high quality company based in Norfolk that
Portuguese, Afro Caribbean, Kurdish, British, Spanish. It offers
regularly tours multi-sensory work for people with Profound
the increasingly diverse communities of Ipswich and Suffolk
and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). The Arts Council
the opportunity to come together and to enjoy each other’s
has funded a number of projects developed by Frozen Light,
cultures, not just as artists, but also as audiences from across
including ‘Tunnels’, which mixed live music, sign and sensory
the local communities.
experiences to create a unique, exciting and original piece of theatre specifically for young adults with PMLD. Another project supported by the Arts Council is ‘The Forest’, an intriguing
For more information about Frozen Light’s current tour ‘The Forest’, please visit: http://frozenlighttheatre.com/currentproduction/
multi-sensory tale that immerses audiences in a world full of new sights, sounds, smells and sensations.
To check out more information about the One Big Multicultural Festival, please visit: http://www.bscentre.org.uk/
In Suffolk we have funded the Bangladeshi Support Centre, a community organisation working towards community
If you would like to read more about how you can apply for
development and social inclusion, to create an exciting music
funding from the Arts Council, please visit our website:
and dance programme for the One Big Multicultural Festival
www.artscouncil.org.uk
in Alexandra Park, Ipswich. The event aims to bring together communities of Ipswich and Suffolk, showcasing music and
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What’s On
A Celebration of The ARTS
Since starting in 2010, the annual COAST Arts Festival has
This year COAST are thrilled to welcome the best selling author
been celebrating the variety and quality of art produced in the
Lynne Truss to Coast; in the middle of the week she will set the
Cromer and Sheringham area; creating a vision to share –
standard for others to follow.
giving local communities and visitors the opportunity to experience local, regional and national creativity.
In September they also launched #NNGT – the new talent show for North Norfolk; heats ran throughout September, with semi-
COAST incorporates a wide range of art forms including:
finals in October and the Grand Final in the famous Cromer Pier
painting, sculpture, dance, theatre, literature, film, poetry, music,
Pavilion Theatre in festival week. Ivor Novella award-winning
photography, installations, workshops and many other diverse
David Mackay will be one of the judges at the final. As well as
events. Over 40 events are run each festival.
offering people in North Norfolk the chance to aspire to bigger
The 2015 festival, across the October half term, (October 23rd-31st 2015) contains the usual eclectic mix of events and exhibitions such as: • Performing arts: circus workshops; african dance and music ; talent competition (#nngt) • 2D art: photography competition; art exhibitions (eg Samuel Thomas); art workshops • 3D art: sea art exhibition; ceramic workshops; contemporary glass • Storytelling: african storytelling in 4 libraries; selkies and fishermen stories • Literature: a literary lunch; katrina mountfort on her experiences of getting published; Lynne Truss • Other: a history day; a celebration of walking 36 |
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things, the competition will give them the real opportunity to be noticed by people who can help them realise their dreams.
Get into the Christmas Spirit! November 20th – January 4th 2016 The North Pole Cambridge Christmas Festival is back in style,
is made for all to enjoy so no matter what, there’s something for
giving you the opportunity to get into the spirit of Christmas
everyone. Enjoy the new undercover Alpine Bar kitted out with
throughout the festive season. Featuring an icy extravaganza in
heated seats and themed drinks. To explore The North Pole
the heart of the city, this annual festival is centred around the
Cambridge Christmas Festival head to
stunning 600m open-air ice rink. Great for a fun-filled day out
www.thenorthpolecambridge.co.uk for tickets now. There's a 20%
with family and friends, let us bring out the big kid in you with our
early bird discount to visitors who book ice-skating before
traditional fair. The festival, on Parker's Piece, Parkside, Cambridge,
November 19th 2015.
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What’s On
Herring Festival
Poetry at its Finest
Saturday 31st October & Sunday 1 November from
Aldeburgh Poetry Festival is the UK’s pre-eminent annual
10-4pm at The Cut in Halesworth.
celebration of contemporary poetry, internationally renowned
For two days The Cut will champion the herring as a vibrant part of the Suffolk heritage. Suffolk has had a long historical association with the herring. In the first half of the 20th century fortunes were made as the fleet fished its way from the east coast of Scotland.
for the range and quality of its programme. With the Festival’s trademark mix of well known or international names – lesserknown voices and exceptional newcomers, the weekend features a fresh line-up of 30 poets from thirteen countries. They’ll take part in 66 interconnecting events, 21 free, across twelve venues in Aldeburgh and at Snape Maltings. There's
The festival includes music, workshops, crafts, theatre, film,
book launches, readings, competitions, Q &As, talks,
lectures and a lot of herring in various guises.
workshops and much more.
Also on offer will be maatjes haring from Holland & other
Booking is not required for free events (with the exception of
delicacies.
The Poetry Trust Social - Meet the Poets). Entry is on a first
Head to Halesworth to celebrate those silver darlings.
come, first served basis and access is subject to venue
The Cut, 8 New Cut, Halesworth IP19 8BY www.suffolkherringfestival.net 01986 873285
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capacity. If you don’t think poetry is for you, this is the Festival which will change your mind.
THE ULTIMATE POETRY WEEKEND READINGS, PERFORMANCES, NEW VOICES, THE LECTURE DISCUSSION, DEBATE, Q&A, MASTERCLASS, CRAFT TALKS CLOSE READINGS, SHORT TAKES, WORKSHOPS, EXHIBITIONS The 2015 line-up includes John Burnside, Kei Miller, Joanne Limburg, Hollie McNish, Kim Addonizio and Tony Hoagland (US) Choman Hardi (Kurdistan), Valérie Rouzeau (France) Dorothea Smartt, Zaffar Kunial, and Pedro Serrano (Mexico) 66 events, 21 FREE 13 venues in Aldeburgh & Snape FREE shuttle bus TO BOOK
Box Office 01728 687110 www.aldeburgh.co.uk and follow the link to Aldeburgh Poetry Festival
What’s On
What’s On – Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in our region. If you’d
October 24th-30th – Wayland Festival Visual Arts Exhibition.
like an event, show, exhibition, performing arts class, festival,
Work by talented members of art and photography groups from
talk or anything else arts-related included in our listings section,
all around the Wayland area. Many items will be for sale,
please get in touch. Each listing costs just £15 (no VAT) and you
refreshments served. www.waylandfestival.org.uk
can pay by cheque to Falcon Publications or by PayPal to info@artseast.co.uk. If you’d prefer to pay by BACS online, call
THEATRE & FILM
01379 773347 for account details. To submit a listing, email details to info@artseast.co.uk. We need details 8 weeks before the date of the event to guarantee inclusion.
October 6th-10th – Dereham Theatre Company Presents Jesus Christ Superstar. Classic, multi-award winning rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Dereham Memorial Hall. www.dosoc.co.uk, tel: 01362 690969
MUSIC
October 16th - Only Fools and 3 Course Comedy Dinner.
October 11th – Kingfisher Sinfonietta Orchestral Concert at
Evening of comedy and dinner, Only Fools and Horses style.
Framlingham College Theatre. Led by Beth Spendlove and
Friendly party atmosphere with some of the finest comedy
conducted by Elgar Howarth. 6.30pm.
actors. Waldringfield Golf Club, tickets £30. Tel: 01473
www.kingfishersinfonietta.co.uk.
7367688
October 13th – The Colin Mason Jazz Quartet with guest
October 31st – Missy Malone and Friends' Burlesque Revue.
guitarist. Swafham Jazz Club, upstairs at The King's Arms
Scottish burlesque princess returns with a Halloween special,
Coaching Inn from 8pm. Food and drink downstairs from 7pm.
widely regarded as the best of its kind currently touring the UK. Norwich Playhouse. www.norwichplayhouse.co.uk
October 16th – The Choir of St Paul's Cathedral make a rare visit outside of London to perform at Snape Maltings Concert
FESTIVALS
Hall, near Aldeburgh. The concert is jointly in aid of EACH and The Red Cross and has a varied repertoire. 7.30pm. www.aldeburgh.co.uk
October 2nd-5th – Flipside Festival. A celebration of all things Brazilian including literature, music and the arts. Fantastic children's events and tasty Brazilian street food.
ARTS & CRAFTS
www.flipsidefestival.org
October 8th-9th – An Introduction to Paper Marbling. Two day
October 8th-11th – Woodbridge Shuck Shellfish Festival. A
workshop aimed at serious bookbinders and book conservators
fun-filled weekend of delicious riverside feasting. Music and a
with internationally-known expert Victoria Hall. Held at The
range of tasty food. www.thewoodbridgeshuck.org.uk
Studio at Burlingham Hall, Norwich. www.burlinghamhall.co.uk October 10th-25th – Halesworth Arts Festival. In its 14 year, October 14th-November 1st – Norfolk Craft Guild's Autumn
this popular festival offers up a varied programme of comedy,
Exhibition. Talented designer and makers from all around
poetry, music, art, theatre and much more. 22 evening and
Norfolk. Woodturning, jewellery, sculpture, paper craft, textiles,
daytime events. www.halesworthartsfestival.org.uk
fused glass and more. Hobart Gallery at Blickling Hall. www.norfolkcraftguild.co.uk
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Local Arts Scene: Southwold
Southwold: Inspiration for the Arts Famous for its colourful beach huts, award-winning pier,
visual arts, family events, talks, discussions and literature.
imposing lighthouse and wealth of shops and galleries,
Each November, Ways with Words runs a literature festival in
Southwold is seen by many as the jewel in the crown of the
the town which attracts some of the most famous literary
Suffolk Heritage Coast. With numerous independently owned
names to the region. Southwold has a long history of hosting
shops, coffee shops and restaurants - and even its own
summer repertory theatre which is now held from July to
brewery - Southwold is a paradise for both holidaymakers and
September in St Edmund's Hall and offers a varied programme
locals alike.
to suit all tastes.
The town has long provided inspiration for artists, poets and
After a day on the beach or exploring the pier, why not take in a
authors and a great many people who work in the arts live
film at the beautiful Electric Picture Palace which perfectly
locally including author PD James who lived in the town until
recreates the magical atmosphere of the golden age of the
her death last year. George Orwell once lived and worked in the
cinema.
town, writing his novel A Clergyman's Daughter from his parents' home after a severe bout of pneumonia.
Whether it's a beautiful summer's day or a wild winter's afternoon, Southwold is the perfect place for a day out.
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For the love of Southwold As well as being their favourite place, Southwold has played an important part in a number of books created by Alan and Marion Marshall of Norfolk-based Mascot Media. Their collaboration with local artist Mary Gundry to produce the extremely popular ‘Drawn to Southwold’ is the most obvious success, but the seaside town also stars in the earlier Glynn Thomas book ‘East Anglia – A Different Perspective’ and makes several appearances in the Margaret Glass collection ‘Light Through Glass’.
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To be published shortly by the company is ‘Landmarks – The East Anglian Art of Robert Chaplin’. An entire section of the new book is devoted to Southwold’s pier, lighthouse, beach huts and other familiar subjects – interpreted in a very different way through the artist’s highly individual use of line and colour.
ARTSeast has teamed up with Mascot Media to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a copy of their book Drawn to Southwold, Mary Gundry: Portrait of a Suffolk Artist. To enter, just email your name, address and telephone number to info@artseast.co.uk.
Given the love affair between artists and this Suffolk coastal gem, Southwold seems certain to continue making its presence
Closing date: October 23rd, usual terms and conditions apply
in Mascot Media books, thus providing an excellent excuse for regular visits by the writing and editing team.
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Local Arts Scene: Southwold
Literary Stars come to Southwold Running from November 5th-9th, the fantastic Ways With Words Literature Festival offers up its usual eclectic mix of fantastic speakers including Melvyn Bragg, Penelope Lively, Maggi Hambling, Michael Buerk, Paul Heiney, Giles Radice, Polly Toynbee, David Walker, Peter Hennessy and Terry Waite. With subjects ranging from writing fiction, trees, reality
Shirley Williams
television, Elizabeth 2nd, David Cameron and the Holocaust remember her and her affection for Southwold - a town, she
there’s something to interest all visitors.
commented, where '‌every street and every vista holds it own Most events take place in St Edmund’s Church Hall in Southwold
particular charm, delighting eye and mind.'
except for on Monday November 9th when Shirley Williams So whether you want to know more about wine or to discover
closes the festival in St Edmund’s Church itself at 10.30am.
how to make the most of your potential or hear about betrayal
Baroness Williams sits as a Liberal Democrat in the House of Lords and will talk about the Liberal Democrats severe defeat in
and Judas Iscariot, don’t miss the informed and inspiring speakers who come to Southwold for the Ways With Words
the General Election in May and the political scene today.
Literature Festival. One event focuses on the life and work of author P.D. James Tickets can be booked via phone or the website below and you
who owned a house locally and who passed away last
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Spotlight on.... Julie Carpenter of CRAFTCO Q Please can you tell us a little bit about CRAFTCO? Craftco is a contemporary craft shop and gallery, run as a cooperative. It began 28 years ago, when the ceramicist Alice
Q. What different types of crafts or art are on display at CRAFTCO? Most of our stock is useful as well as beautiful. We sell
Palser invited a group of makers to work together, and open a
ceramics and pottery, blown glass, turned wood, chairs, hats
shop in Southwold High Street for Christmas. Everything went
and fascinators, scarves, jackets, bags and baskets, cushions,
so well that the shop has remained open until the present day.
sculpture, mobiles, jewellery, brooches, prints and cards.
Being a member of craftco is like having a second family. I am
Described as 'the best craft shop in the world', we welcome
incredibly lucky to have such amazing friends and colleagues.
visitors or, if you're unable to visit, you can view photographs
As a collective we also have associate members who sell their
on our website or Facebook page. You can join our email list
work in the shop. We value and appreciate their essential
to be notified about the exhibitions and when you can meet
input and it's always nice to meet the makers when they
the artists at their Private Views. Also, most of our makers
deliver new work. We are always looking for new makers of
accept commissions, if there happens to be something you'd
high quality handmade contemporary crafts made in East
like in particular.
Anglia - at present, we particularly need silver jewellery. Our Upstairs Gallery is available to hire with exhibitions usually
Q. What, in your opinion, makes Southwold a special place?
lasting a month. You can read more about us on our new website, www.craftco.co.uk
Q. What is your position at CRAFTCO?
Southwold has a variety of sea and landscapes, and many places to visit, as well as an abundance of venues in which to eat drink and be merry. Here are a few things I might share
I am an artist and a co-director of Craftco. I work part time as
with a visitor friend of mine. We'd definitely relax and walk in
the exhibitions curator and shop manager. Much of my role is
the beauty of nature all around. We'd play Tim Hunkin's
keeping shop and helping things run smoothly. The customers
fabulous machines on The Pier and see his water clock in
are my priority and I always welcome them. There are many
action. Admire the Angels above us in St Edmunds Church.
wonderful people who have supported us over the years. I've
Check out the museums and learn something new. Visit the
seen quite a few children growing up as they play Ron Fuller's
Alfred Cory lifeboat shed and marvel at the bravery of those
circus automata. I enjoy being in the shop, surrounded by
lifeboat men. View the model boats and figureheads in The
beautiful craft work, that is imbued with creative energy. I also
Sailors Reading Room. Cycle down to the ferry and float over
contact makers for more stock and carry out the
to Walberswick to choose a snack from The Black Dog Delhi.
administration for the exhibitions. I design the posters and
We'd play the Juke box in Wow Vintage and be inspired by the
distribute them. If it's a quiet day I might pack some of my
art on show in the Serena Hall Gallery. After all that it must
musician cards into poly pockets, or think about other projects
surely be the moment to have a cuppa and chocolate roundie
I am part of, like designing decor for Folk East, graphic designs
at The Two Magpies cafe. If the time is right we could join the
for Suffolk Artlink, or being Artist in Residence at The William
musicians at The Traditional Music Night in the Harbour Inn, or
Alwyn festival this October.Â
listen to glorious classical music at The Southwold Concert Series. We must also remember to have fish and chips from Mrs T's along the Harbour!
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minute survey Take a few minutes to complete our ARTSeast reader survey to be in with a chance of winning a three-course meal for two at the exclusive Sutherland House Hotel & Restaurant in Southwold.
Sutherland House is a beautiful building in the heart of Southwold. Rich in history, it offers the perfect venue for drinks, meals, functions and an overnight stay. ARTSeast has teamed up with Sutherland House to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a three-course meal for two. To be in with a chance of winning, just complete this page and post to ARTSeast, DBH 21, Diss Business Park, Hopper Way, Diss, IP22 4GT
Winners will be notified by email or phone, usual terms and conditions apply. Prize cannot be taken on a Saturday. Closing date for entries: October 23rd
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ARTSeast Magazine
Interested in the arts? ARTSeast is the only monthly magazine in the region devoted to the visual arts, theatre, music, film, dance, literature and education. We are as passionate about the arts as you are, and would love to bring you that bit closer to the eclectic mix of art happening in our region each and every month.
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