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Art Group Tells Priory Story
Art Group Tells The Story Of Thetford Priory
Many readers will be familiar with the work of local artist and former art teacher Dan Morgan. What many people might not be aware of is the art group he runs in the town. Access Art Group meets on a Monday afternoon for two hours at The Crossing in Tanner Street and is open to everyone. Their most recent project is a stunning puppet theatre, with puppets and backdrops created to tell the story of the Duke of Norfolk and his fight to keep Thetford Priory open during the dissolution of the monasteries. The group have created the theatre, their beautiful rod puppets and 5 sets using as much recycled materials as possible. Speaking about the project Dan said, “My well known interest in Victorian toy theatres has slightly influenced the design of the theatre, but this has been a group project with everyone working together.”
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The project started when the group resumed in May 2021 and now the group are preparing to take the theatre on tour to venues around the town. “With covid, it’s nice to have things to do, it’s good for your wellbeing.” Explained group member Sean. “You can always learn something new at the group, “ continued Julie. James and Dan said they had been busy writing the script about a period in time that changed Thetford’s fate from a prosperous Monastic centre to a quiet market town. The script features a cast of characters from history including Thetford’s Sir Richard Fulmerston. Another member, Chris said that she has found it a fascinating project and enjoyed everyone being able to take part and make something. “We’ve had a lot of fun together
Chris Sanderson and Dan Morgan with some of the puppets created at the Access Art Group Julie, James, Dan and Sean with the puppet theatre. Chris is behind the scenes controlling the lighting!
being creative, and I’m looking forward to sharing our work with the wider community.” The group are due to take the project to Ancient House Museum for one of the Friends talks this summer.
The art group has been active for 4 years, with previous projects including print making and model making. It is open to all abilities and welcomes anyone looking to improve their wellbeing by being creative. For more information please contact Annette on 01842 818361 or email:
the.crossing@accessct.org
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