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May the Toys be with you! From March 28th-September 13th, The Time & Tide Museum in Great Yarmouth is home to something out of this world! Brought to you from a galaxy far, far away, this exhibition of over 300 Star Wars toys, original cinema posters and memorabilia is an absolute must see for fans of all ages. In 1977, the first Star Wars film broke box office records. But nobody could have predicted that the merchandising would end up earning more than the film itself. Star Wars toys became the must-have playthings for an entire generation, with an estimated 300 million action figures sold between 1977 and 1985. The exhibition is not only a celebration of classic toys and collectables but also of the iconic design and art work of the Star Wars films. From X-Wing Fighters to lightsabers, these fantastic creations have fired our imaginations and made their mark on our cultural landscape since the first film was released over forty years ago. www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk/time-tide
Celebrating grassroots football at The Apex The Apex Gallery, situated on the first floor of the award-winning entertainment venue The Apex, in Bury St Edmunds, is hosting a new exhibition to celebrate local grassroots football. From February 27th-March 22nd, visitors can enjoy the candid, documentary-style photographs taken by Geoff Price during a challenging season for Clare Town FC. ‘In the Sticks’ chronicles the journey of Clare Town FC during the drama that unexpectedly unfolded during the 2018-19 season. The club survived some deeply challenging circumstances that would have shaken any Premier League club; two changes of manager, a mass exodus of players and even an unplayable pitch. Photographer Geoff Price recently moved to Clare and was inspired to celebrate something that was occurring at a local level and in so doing discovered that in socalled ‘ordinary lives’…everything happens. As it transpired, the photographs marked the end of an era for a club which had enjoyed, for several years, a close-knit, family feel. What unfolded was a process of change, a time of transition. They documented the tribulations but ultimately the creation of a firm foundation upon which to rebuild a first team, going forward. www.theapex.co.uk
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The Norfolk Makers Festival is returning to The Forum from February 8th-23rd offering people the chance to try their hand at weaving, printing, knitting, spinning, embroidery and much more. The free annual event celebrates the county’s local craftspeople, artists and heritage. As well as learning something new, you can see fantastic exhibitions created by makers here in Norfolk. One highlight is the makings of a giant tapestry telling the story of two East Anglian rebellions against William the Conqueror. Taking centre stage in The Forum’s Atrium throughout the festival will be the Ship of Light – a community artwork. During the first weekend visitors can embellish the metal ship fra me with textiles and artwork and create origami boats to put inside. Something slightly cheeky returning for the second year is th e Nudinits, created by artist Sarah Simi. The latest releases of Sarah’s stop-frame animations recounting adventures of the residents of Woolly Bush will be shown in a discreet Nudinit cinema for adults to enjoy. Showing just how rude knitting can be, have a chuckle at Barbara the baker’s firm buns and Robert the builder’s tools. www.norfolkmakersfestival.co.uk
