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Christmas is all done and dusted and the new year full of promises is upon us, as is issue 21. Will it be a new year, new you approach? How long will you keep your resolutions going? Unsurprisingly, the number one resolution made each year is to lose weight, with only 16% actually continuing with their resolution past 6 months. This issues we have many articles to get your year off to a flying start. Whether it be weight loss, goal setting or taking up a new hobby, we have something to interest you inside. Are you a small business owner and looking at simplifying your Twitter experience? Perhaps reading about Twitter lists will be useful to springboard your social media credentials this year. #nofolkhour is a hashtag that also may interest you, taking place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.30 - 9.30pm. Join in the business chatter and find out the real meaning off SOCIAL media. Perhaps this year you will spend more time with your family on days out? If so, why not take a look at what two of Norwich's most historical buildings have to offer? The Norwich Castle Museum and the Theatre Royal. Both attractions sport changing themes throughout the year, and are equally fantastic family days out.

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CONTRIBUTORS Alex Wiseman, Dale Piggin, Edward Couzens-Lake, Josh Mann, Keri Beevis, Mark King, Paul Kirk, Patrick Arundell, Susan Leigh, Tim Barnes-Clay.

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Whatever your January brings we wish you every success. We hope you enjoy Issue 21.

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Thought Of The Month

By Alex Wiseman

Happy New Year Sometimes New Year's Day seems slightly sad in a way. Maybe we've had too much to drink the night before (and are feeling worse for wear) or it's just the reality that the Christmas period is over and we are just hours from getting on with our lives. For us it's exciting..we make a New Years resolution and see how long we can stick to it - not joining a gym next year though. I want to learn how to dance... watch this space. Be sure to pick a New Years resolution and test yourselves...! Happy New Year

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Contents 48

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Full of absolute dynamic

creative content!

“You Reap What You Sow”

HIGHBALL CLIMBING CENTRE

MOTORING REVIEW New Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC Reviewed

A Brief Guide To Indoor Climbing

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COMPETITION Tickets Up For Grabs

NOVA SILVER Shiny New Year

Swagger & Jacks Razor Down, Man Up...

Iceni Yoga So What's All The Fuss About?

Iceni Health Make Your Goals...

Bodychef Battle Of The Bulge

Redwings Favorite UK Equine Charity

Iceni Motoring New Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC

Highball Climbing Centre A Brief Guide To...

Iceni Fashion Shiny New Year

Royal Theatre Origins Insight...

Fosters Solicitors Lasting Power Of Attorney

Homage to Manet Major Loan Exhibition

Valentine's Day At M&S

Iceni Book Review Professor Porsche's Wars

Lou Lou's Vintage Fair Returning To Norwich

Iceni Columnists Keri Beevis & Mark King

Keys Fine Art Auctioneers 2015 Highlights

Iceni Competition Tickets Up For Grabs

Iceni Competition Daniel Jones DOOM Giveaway

Social Media Twitter Lists

Norfolk Men Say No Online Campaign

Inspired Flower Design Inspired Tips To Care For...

Iceni Fitness When A New Year Comes...

Iceni Horoscopes What Do Your Stars Hold

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SWAGGER & JACKS Issue 21 2015

Swagger & Jacks “Razor Down, Man Up And Have A Grow For 2015” To grow or not to grow, this is the question for 2015 ? Whilst Beards have been massive in 2014, we shall look forward to seeing if facial foliage shall continue to be the ultimate style statement for Gentlemen next year. A Beard at any length gives a Man presence and sophistication, and worn either natural or well groomed, gives a Gentlemen the manliness he needs to take on the world. Well oiled, and moustache waxed, the Beard shall continue to make a statement about your style and define your individuality. Beard shaping and design is a specialty of the Barbers at Swagger & Jacks, and if you are new to the world of Beardhood, or you have a well established Man Mane, your Swagger & Jacks Barber will be able to help you on your journey into facial foliage for 2015.

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BODYCHEF

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Battle Of The Bulge Binned After Less Than A Week • 65 per cent of women consider themselves to be overweight • 10 per cent fail their diet after just 24 hrs • 27 per cent have even put on weight whilst trying to diet • Women in Aberdeen and Norwich spend the most time on a diet With Christmas and the fatty treats poured in, more than a quarter (34 percent) of women planned to go on a diet in the New Year weeks before Chrismas, but new research revealed today by Bodychef shows one in six will fall off the diet bandwagon after less than a week. Bodychef which prepares freshly-cooked meals and delivers them direct to your door, polled 1,000 women to understand the reasons behind why they embark on a diet and the struggles they are faced with. With 65 per cent considering themselves to be overweight, it’s no surprise that women will try to diet at least twice a year. Most women lose an average of 10lbs each time they diet, however 10 per cent fail or cheat after just 24hrs. Lack of motivation (56 percent), not losing weight quick enough (17 percent), having too many social events (18 percent), stress (18 percent) and work colleagues bringing in temping goodies (16 percent) were the most common factors people stated for making them fail their diets. From the women polled, 65 percent said they found the whole diet process confusing, with 27 percent even admitting they were so muddled with what they should and shouldn’t be eating that they actually put on weight. Jayne Ritchie, Joint Founder of Bodychef said: “Our research has told us that 36 percent of women want a diet that is easy to stick to. At Bodychef, we have 15 different fresh diet plans available which are PAGE

delivered direct to your door so there is no risk of confusion about what you’re eating.” Jayne continued: “Each of our plans are tailored to people’s tastes and have been proven to deliver steady and significant weight-loss from the start with many losing up to as much as stone in the first month.” Dieting is a popular past time for women all over Great Britain. The results from the research have shown that women in Aberdeen are the biggest dieters with many spending more than three months out of the year on one. Those in Norwich are not far behind with women spending an average of 95 days watching what they eat.Women in Brighton and Gloucester are the least diet addicts, spending an average of just one month trying to lose weight. The Bodychef diet plans start from £17.98 per day. These prices include delivery and an unlimited amount of plan changes and food exclusions. Bodychef is tailored to a specific lifestyle with no long-term commitment required.

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HIGHBALL CLIMBING CENTRE Issue 21 2015

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A BRIEF GUIDE TO INDOOR CLIMBING For Fun; For Fitness; For Life. WHO CAN CLIMB? Pretty much anyone can go climbing. At entry level it can cater for all ages and abilities, including people with mental or physical disabilities. It’s also considered a ‘lifetime participation sport’. You can start climbing at around age four or five and continue into your eighties and beyond! People of all shapes and sizes enjoying climbing, either for fun, fitness or the friendly social atmosphere. Whilst strength can be seen as the obvious advantage, it’s actually more important to develop good technique and balance. The more efficient you can be through your movement, the more you save your strength. Most people tend to progress quickly with good basic coaching and advice. CLIMBING FOR FITNESS Climbing is a full body work out, engaging your large muscle groups, core muscles and, of course, your fingers, arms and shoulders. It can strengthen your back and climbing regularly can help to prevent back pain as well as increasing strength, stamina and improving body tone. It’s also a mental work out, involving concentration, problem solving and plenty of determination. The hardest part of a climb can sometimes be just figuring out (and remembering) the right ‘sequence of moves’. CLIMBING FOR FUN One of the great things about climbing is the way the climbing walls are laid out.The walls are covered in coloured climbing holds with each line of colours representing a certain level of difficulty. This means people who climb at different levels can climb together in the same area. It makes it fun and social, and because good climbing centres change (reset) their climbing holds regularly, there are always new challenges to take on. CLIMBING WALLS V ‘THE GYM’ Most gyms have lots of equipment, lots of mirrors and lots of people wearing earphones. They can PAGE be pretty intimidating, boring and even lonely

places. Climbing walls on the other hand, tend to be vibrant and buzzy with lots of laughter as well as encouragement and support. Dedicated climbing centres tend to have knowledgeable staff who are passionate about the sport, which means help or advice is always at hand. Thanks to Highball Climbing Centre, Norwich for the info!

Highball Climbing Centre in Norwich is fast gaining a reputation for being one of the best climbing centres in the UK. Over the last 12 months they have continued to invest in and develop their centre, adding more climbing areas and training facilities, as well as hosting The Big Flash 2014 Climbing Festival, which attracted some of the UK’s best climbers and raised over £4000 for charity. www.highballnorwich.co.uk

FOSTERS SOLICITORS

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Fosters Solicitors Lasting Powers of Attorney

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document where if you (the Donor) have mental capacity and you are over 18 years old you can appoint others (the Attorneys) to make decisions on your behalf both when you lack capacity and when you do not.

Is there a particular type of LPA? Yes, there are two types of LPA one for Health and Welfare and one for Property and Affairs. We would advise you to can create both. An Attorney can only act under a Health and Welfare LPA if you have lost capacity. An Attorney can act under a Property and Affairs Power of Attorney if you do or you do not have capacity.

Who can be an Attorney under a Lasting Power of Attorney? An Attorney must be over the age of 18; not be bankrupt (for a Property and Affairs LPA although could be for a Health and Welfare LPA). For a Property and Affairs LPA an Attorney can be an individual or a trust corporation. Any number of Attorneys can be appointed. However it is important to specify how they act. We can advise you about this.

What can an Attorney do under an LPA? An Attorney can do anything under a Property and Affairs LPA that you can do so they can speak eg to banks, decide on investments, sell property. Under a Health and Welfare LPA they can make decisions about your end of life care and decisions about care in general eg who visits you, what clothes you wear, what food you eat.

How are LPAs for Health and Welfare and Property and Affairs created? The Mental Capacity Act 2005 set out strict guidelines on the preparation and registering of LPAs at the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). The LPAs must be in the prescribed form and correctly completed otherwise the OPG could refuse registration and you may lose your registration fee. You will need to sign the LPAs and a Certificate Provider (who confirms that you understand the effect of the LPA) must also sign followed by the Attorneys and any Replacement Attorneys sign. Again, we can provide you with advice and be your Certificate Provider if you are not appointing members of the firm to be your

Attorneys. You will also need to think who receives notice that you are creating LPAs. If you do not give notice to someone, you will require two Certificate Providers.

What are the costs involved? We charge a standard fee for preparation of LPAs. On top of this there is a fee payable to register an LPA currently ÂŁ110 for each LPA. It is possible to have this fee reduced and you should let us know if your income is below ÂŁ12,000 or you receive Universal Credit or you are in receipt of means tested benefits.

How long does it take to prepare and register a Lasting Power of Attorney? Once we have taken your instructions we can prepare the paperwork for signature by you, the Certificate Provider and the Attorneys. We aim to complete this process in two to four weeks but this can take longer for instance if your Attorneys are abroad. Once the completed LPAs and application forms and payment are sent to the OPG. It currently takes them about eight weeks to register the LPA and for them to be returned to us.

Can an Attorney do what they like? Your Attorney must act within the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 when they act on your behalf both before and after you lose capacity. There is very specific guidance in the LPAs for the Attorneys to follow. We can guide you through this.

What if I do not want an Attorney to act after the Power has been registered? You can revoke your LPA at the OPG after registration so long as you still have mental capacity. An Attorney can also choose to stand down.

What do I do now? If you would like to visit us to discuss making LPAs please do contact Fosters Wills, Trusts and Probate team on 01603 620508 or email WTP@fosters-solicitors.co.uk PAGE

ICENI - COLUMNISTS

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The Diary of a Norfolk Family.

Once upon a time when I was young, maybe 16, 17, my friend and I met a group of guys on a night out and we agreed to hook up with them again the following day. One of them was Irish and extremely cute.

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Now this did not go down well with my nan and granddad, who were typical Norfolkians, very old-fashioned and a little (okay, a lot) narrow minded in their views. They were quick to air their disgust at my mother for allowing me to hang out with an Irishman. What if he is connected to the IRA? Mum told them not to be so stupid, but still they were very concerned. A few days later they received a package in the post. Mum got a phone call early morning just after the postman had arrived (because this was the late eighties and the post used to actually be delivered in the morning). Nan: We’ve received a package. Mum: What is it? Nan: We don’t know. We haven’t opened it. Mum: Why not? Nan: We haven’t ordered anything. Mum: Well open it and find out what it is. Nan: We think it might be a bomb. Keri went out with that Irishman. We think he’s conspiring with the IRA and they’ve targeted us. Mum: Don’t be so bloody stupid. Nan: We warned you. We said don’t let her go out with an Irishman. Mum: I’m going to hang up now. Just open the package. Several hours passed. Nan called Mum again. Mum: What was in the package? Nan: We don’t know. We haven’t opened it yet. Mum: Why not? Nan: Because we still think it’s a bomb from the IRA. Mum: You’re idiots. Nan: We’re not. We’ve weighed it. It feels like the right weight for a bomb. (HOW DID THEY KNOW THIS?) And we’ve shaken it. We think we heard ticking. Mum: Just open the package! Nan is still worried she’s been targeted by the IRA, but she is also curious by this point. She tells Granddad maybe they should just open the package and find out what’s inside. PAGE

Above: Mark King

By Mark King

2015 is here and for the first week of the New Year people tend to look back to the previous year, and the events that have passed. There are highs and there are lows in any family life and for us our holiday in Tunisia was one of the high points, and the unexpected passing away of my step-father was the lowest point. In between there are minor things that on a day to day basis will either bring a tear of joy to your eye, or leave you wanting to tear your hair out. That’s family life for you! Looking forward to the rest 2015 you tend to see life with a positive light and to forget the negatives of the past. For me I’m celebrating the launch of my new book, Daniel Jones Doom the sequel to my first book in the series, Frenzy a Daniel Jones Story, and to start work on the new manuscript to my third book. The whole family are looking forward to another holiday and hopefully if things go right on the football pitch to the promotion of Norwich City back to the premiership. Then there are the basics we all look forward to like good health for all the family and our friends and to continuing employment, success, and wealth. As an author of dystopian books you would tend to think that all I can see looking into distance of time is destruction and mayhem, but at the start of this new year I like to think the next twelve months will be a good time not just for me and my family, but for the rest of humanity as well, and with this in mind I wish all the readers of Iceni Magazine the best for the 2015.

www.always-hanging-around.blogspot.com Follow on twitter: @author-king Granddad: You’re not opening that indoors and risking blowing our house up! If you want to open it you take it down to the bottom of the garden. So eventually Nan does. The big scary bomb from the IRA turned out to be some replacement batteries from Asda that my grandparents had forgotten they’d ordered. The Irishman was never mentioned again.

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DOOM - COMPETITION Issue 21 2015

Daniel Jones DOOM Giveaway Daniel’s peaceful life has been destroyed after discovering the hideous truth about the Over-seers – the new masters of humanity. Hiding in centuriesold flint mines from Hunters and from the terrifying Triclops machines, Daniel’s recurring nightmares lead him, once more, into danger. With mankind brainwashed under the false hope of a glorious new life in the Achievement Centre, he must return home through a devastated landscape to save his father from certain death. Daniel reunites with two fellow fugitives - Mary and her young companion Gwendolyn - to undertake a rescue mission so dangerous that death is the only guarantee. Is it too late for Daniel’s family or is it too late for humanity itself? Daniel Jones DOOM, the exciting new sequel to FRENZY a Daniel Jones Story, is another fast-paced, engrossing chronicle of three rebels who once again risk their lives in a vividly depicted world peopled by memorable new and known characters.

We have Three Autographed copies of Daniel Jones Doom to give away: For a chance to win answer this simple question. The bible is made up of many different books including the book of Daniel. Is this book in the New Testament or the Old Testament? Please email your answer and contact details to: competitions@icenimagazine.co.uk by 31st January 2015. Please state in the subject line, ‘Daniel Jones Doom’ There is no cash alternative. Usual Iceni Magazine Rules apply. Editors decision is final.

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INSPIRED FLOWER DESIGN

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Inspired Tips To Care For Your Flowers Nothing brightens up a room quite like a vase of fresh flowers. It goes without saying that we all would like our lovely flowers to last as long as possible, which is why I have put together this easy to follow list of flower care tips so you can keep them blooming for longer... You have just have had flowers delivered to you, now what? • Keep your cut flowers cool, until you can get them into water. • Ensure that fresh flowers are kept away from drafts and extreme temperatures to prevent wilting and the flowers from drying out.

How to keep your flowers looking fresh • Keep your vase filled with water, with all flower and foliage stems submerged. Your flowers will keep for longer and will stay fresher when they can have a drink! • Keep an eye on the water...when it starts to look cloudy its time to change it.

• Avoid placing flowers in areas of full sunlight, such as windowsills, as flowers can wilt due to overheating.

• If your flowers came in a basket, pot or container with foam, add a little fresh water everyday to keep it moist.

• If your flowers came wrapped in plastic, remove this as soon as possible.

• Remove any dead or wilting leaves and stems from your fresh flowers.

• Avoid placing your flowers near fruit or cigarette smoke, as the ethylene gases can have a detrimental effect on them.

Changing the water

• Most flowers will last longer if kept in cool conditions.

• Take all the good flowers out, removing any dead or dying stems. • Clean the vase thoroughly with soapy water. This will remove any bacteria that can cause fresh flowers to deteriorate even quicker. Ensure that you rinse thoroughly. • Replace the water and mix in the flower food sachet provided by your florist, according to the instructions on the packet. • For best results, and to enable to the flowers to absorb the water better, you can cut the stems at an angle with a sharp knife one of two inches from the bottom. Using scissors to do this will crush the stems and prevent water absorption. Cutting the stems at an angle will create a larger surface area to draw up the water. • Remove and leaves that are below the water surface.

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• Place the stems back in the water as soon as possible.

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Old Wives Tales....fact or fiction? Add a few drops of bleach to control bacteria in the vase Bleach is a brilliant disinfectant, however the balance of the concentration to control bacteria can be difficult to achieve. Too little wont be effective and too much can kill your flowers. Once the right levels and balance have been achieved, it will loose its effectiveness very quickly. All said, bleach is fantastic when mixed with some warm water to clean vases!

An aspirin will extend the life of cut flowers

Although aspirin can adjust the pH of the water down, it is said that it doesn't contain any other ingredients to control bacteria.

Mouthwash is good for a vase of flowers

Mouthwash does contain some of the right ingredients to control bacteria, but not the right sugars, therefore the pH is likely to be incorrect and therefore ineffective.

A penny in the vase will extend the life of cut flowers

Its the anti-microbial properties in copper that helps control bacteria, however pennies have not been made from copper since 1942. Even if the penny did contain copper it would not dissolve very easily to prevent the bacteria growing on itself, let alone a vase. Lemon-lime soda or gin is good for cut flowers Although these can slightly change the acidic pH level, it will not last long. It is more cost effective to use a packet of flower food.

INSPIRED FLOWER DESIGN Issue 21 2015

I hope these tips have been useful and that you will enjoy the beauty of your flowers that much longer. At Inspired Flower Design we aim to make every occasion special, so whether it's planning for your big day, a funeral tribute or that extra special bouquet, please give me a call on 07957 090508. Best wishes, Tracey P.S Don't forget, Valentines Day is just around the corner .....call now to order for that special design for your loved one! www.inspiredflowerdesign.co.uk www.facebook.com/InspiredFlowerDesign @InspiredFlowerD

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REDWINGS Issue 21 2015

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Redwings In Norfolk Crowned Favourite UK Equine Charity Success for the UK’s largest horse sanctuary - based at Hapton near Norwich - in the Your Horse magazine annual readers’ awards. Redwings Horse Sanctuary has been voted Favourite UK Equine/Donkey Charity by Your Horse magazine readers. But that’s not all, the Sanctuary’s Head of Veterinary and Care Nicky Jarvis was also voted Ultimate Your Horse Magazine Expert! The Your Horse awards were newly launched for 2014 during the summer and welcomed online votes from readers for five categories: Your Favourite UK Equine/Donkey Charity; Your Favourite Professional Horse and Rider Combination; Your Ultimate Your Horse Magazine Expert;

Your Favourite Cover Stars of the Last Year; and Your Favourite Equine Product. Readers were also able to nominate someone in the equine world who has made a real difference to their lives with horses or the lives of others in a Hero of the Year category. Commenting on receiving the Your Horse accolades, Redwings Chief Executive Lynn Cutress said: “We are absolutely delighted to have won two awards from Your Horse magazine and it means so much that we have been voted for by the readers. Such appreciation and recognition for our work cannot be underestimated so I would like to thank everyone who voted for us. “I would also like to congratulate Nicky on being awarded Ultimate Your Horse Expert, as well as taking this opportunity to thank each and every member of the Redwings team who are committed to ensuring a safe and happy future for all horses, ponies, donkeys and mules”.

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Redwings provides direct care to over 1400 horses, ponies, donkeys and mules with a further 500 living out in loving guardian homes across the country. Please visit www.redwings.org.uk or call 01508 481000 for more information.

ICENI - FASHION

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It’s a brand shiny new year, and what better time to talk about upcoming fashion trends?

Here at Nova we’ve certainly noticed that trend continuing, with a real move towards some of our less traditional pieces. Our honeybee pendant has been a huge hit, and Norfolk blogger Sophie in the Sticks loved wearing her new bee! One of our slightly more edgy pieces is the Death’s Head Moth pendant and earrings, which have built up a bit of a cult following. Just before Christmas we here at Nova Silver launched our newest collection, and we’ve been bowled over by the response. Inspired by a love of Natural History each piece in the collection is crafted in sterling silver and explores the hidden world around us. Part of the range focuses on human anatomy, and features a skull, heart, femur and pelvis.

Credit: @sophieintsticks

The other half of the collection is based around animalia, and contains a bird skull and claw, crocodile

head and the best-selling T-Rex skull. Tooth and Claw makes use of oxidised silver, which highlights the intricate detail of each piece giving an edgier look inspired by the Victorian Gothic. The pieces have proved hugely successful, with world famous beauty blogger Pixiwoo receiving 6.3 thousand likes for a picture of her wearing the dinosaur skull! The collection has proved so popular we’ve been really excited to start designing the next pieces to join it-these are currently in production and will be introduced as part of our new SS15 launches… so watch this space!

Contact Details:

Email: info@novasilver.co.uk Visit: www.novasilver.co.uk

Telephone Trade Enquiries: 01603 305799 Telephone Norwich Shop: 01603 615170

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The magazines and blogs have been full of more unusual jewellery, and it can be a great way to express a more avant-garde side.

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HOMAGE TO MANET Issue 21 2015

Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery Homage To Manet 31st January to 19th April 2015

Exploring the legacy of Edouard Manet: Manet’s influence on British Impressionism and the depiction of women in early 20th century art including work by Edouard Manet, Claude Monet, John Singer Sargent, Philip Wilson Steer, Walter Sickert, Gwen John, Laura Knight, William Orpen, Alfred Munnings, Vanessa Bell and others he major loan exhibition Homage to Manet at Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery, which opens at the end of January 2015, explores the legacy of one of the most important and controversial artists of modern times, the French artist Edouard Manet (1832-1883). Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery’s Exhibition Officer and Project Curator Heather Guthrie said: “Although widely acknowledged as a forefather of modern art and caricatured as the ‘King of the Impressionists’, Manet’s legacy in Britain until now has arguably received less attention. In staging this exhibition we are tracing a network of influences which flowed from Manet and provided the catalyst for the development of British Impressionism.”

Edouard Manet (1832-1883) Portrait of Mademoiselle Claus, 1868 oil on canvas, 128.5 x 87 cm (framed) © Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Central to the exhibition and the undisputed star of the show is Manet’s stunning Portrait of Mademoiselle Claus* recently acquired for the nation by the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. The painting depicts Fanny Claus, a friend of Manet’s wife and a professional concert violinist, wearing an elegant white dress, seated on a balcony. Painted in 1868, the same year that Manet visited London, this is a fully realised portrait towards one of his greatest masterpieces: Le Balcon (The Balcony) of 1868-69 (Musée d’Orsay, Paris). Compelling and enigmatic, the Portrait of Mademoiselle Claus introduces the central theme of the exhibition – how Manet influenced the way future generations of artists depicted women.

As an exhibition, Homage to Manet presents a unique opportunity to look at the Portrait of Mademoiselle Claus within the context of related representations of women. Manet relished painting women. By exploring the connections between Manet and Monet, as well as the next generation of artists working in Britain, notably Sargent, Sickert and Steer, the exhibition invites engaging comparisons to

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be made through their respective depictions of female subjects.

Portraying Women: Art and Knowing and PostManet: Towards the Future.

Moreover, the exhibition then looks at how Manet paved the way for professional female artists of the early 20th century, such as Gwen John, Laura Knight and Vanessa Bell, to be able to represent themselves as thoroughly modern women in the lead up to WWI.

A rare photograph, taken in 1868 by the photographer David Wilkie Wynfield (18371887) during Manet’s brief and only known visit to London introduces us to the artist. Having been ridiculed by the French public, for his controversial paintings of Le Déjeuner sur l’herbe 1863 (Musée D’Orsay, Paris) and Olympia** 1865 (Musée D’Orsay, Paris), Manet was hopeful of a more liberal reception across the Channel. This very direct, engaging portrait may in fact have been intended as a promotional tool to help introduce Manet to the British public.

Focusing on the period from 1860 until circa 1914, the exhibition features approximately 60 works including oils, prints and drawings on loan from national collections, such as Tate, the British Museum, and the National Portrait Gallery, as well as regional and private collections. This exhibition poses the question: what was Manet’s legacy in Britain and how did his vision influence the way other artists depicted female subjects? In order to seek answers, selected works of female subjects are shown thematically divided into sections namely: Homage to Manet; Edouard Manet: Life, Women & Art; Followers & Critics; Impressions on the English; The Innocence of White; Manet, Monet & Sargent; Real Women: Heroines of Modern Life; Le Déjeuner sur l’herbe: A Lasting Legacy;

Indeed from the 1880s younger artists working in Britain, including the American John Singer Sargent (1856–1925), Walter Sickert (18601942) and Philip Wilson Steer (1860- 1942), had begun to follow the inspirational example of their French counterparts. Considering the Royal Academy to be out of touch with developments across the Channel, the New English Art Club (NEAC) was formed specifically to present a radical new platform on which to exhibit. The NEAC subsequently proved instrumental in shifting the way in which painting was perceived in this country until 1910. The exhibition itself takes its title from Irish artist William Orpen’s (1878-1931) work Homage to Manet of 1909, a key work for this show on loan from Manchester City Galleries. Painted nearly thirty years after Manet’s death, this painterly homage by Orpen highlighted Manet’s considerable influence on the artistic milieu of the time and shows how he was regarded as a keystone in the development of modern art in Britain.

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David Wilkie Wynfield (1837-1887), Edouard Manet, c.1868, albumen print on mount with printed surround, 71.1 x 53.2 cm (framed). © Royal Academy of Arts, London; Photographer: Prudence Cuming Associates Ltd

Orpen’s painting shows eminent critics, connoisseurs and artists of the Edwardian art world discussing Manet’s 1870 portrait of Eva Gonzalès, which is hanging on the wall above them (National Gallery, London - Sir Hugh

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Lane Bequest). Among the artists depicted are Philip Wilson Steer (centre) and Walter Sickert (far right) who were to immortalise East Anglia and London respectively through their vision of British Impressionism. One of Manet’s leading disciples in France, who also was to become a major influence on the upcoming generation of British artists, was the artist Claude Monet (1840–1926). Monet’s painting Woman seated on a Bench c.1874 is shown in the exhibition in the section entitled The Innocence of White, close to the elegant and enigmatic painting by Sargent of his niece entitled The Black Brook, c.1908, both on loan from Tate, London. As with Mademoiselle Claus, the women depicted by Monet and Sargent are also wearing white, light summer dresses and portrayed seated outdoors. Other paintings in this section include Philip Wilson Steer’s Girls Running, Walberswick Pier, 18881894 (Tate, London), and George Clausen’s (1852-1944) Children and Roses, 1899, the latter from Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery’s own collection.

Sir William Orpen (1878-1931), Homage to Manet, 1909 Oil on canvas, 197 x 159 cm (framed). © Manchester City Galleries

This grouping of similar subjects invites the consideration of interpretation, style and technique between these three great artists. The white dress was en vogue in Paris during the 1860s and 1870s, thus it is no surprise to see Manet and other artists incorporating the latest fashion statement into their work as a mark of both modernity and also intrigue. Traditionally the white dress had been regarded as a symbol of purity and innocence. Two decades after Manet had scandalised the Paris art world with his provocative paintings of women, Sargent reignited scandal at the Paris Salon when he exhibited his stunning full length painting of Madame X in a daring homage to Manet’s realism. Sargent’s wonderfully fluid studies for this seductively suggestive portrait are shown on loan from the British Museum, London.

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Just as Manet questioned traditional depictions of women and avoided obvious narrative, Sickert and Steer followed this example by painting female subjects in a similarly ambiguous fashion. Like Manet, their own work was deemed to be indecent when judged against the moral code of their time. In accepting Manet’s language of modernity, Sickert and Steer’s female subjects also take us deep into the minds of the artist and his intentions, as for example in Sickert’s Girl at a Window, Little Rachel, 1907 (Tate, London). Manet’s legacy was to herald the emergence of the modern age and a new chapter for women. This was embodied in the self-belief and talents of up-coming women artists such as Gwen John (1876-1939), Laura Knight (1877-1970) and Vanessa Bell (1879–1961). Here the exhibition features a rarely seen painting from Norwich Castle’s own collection, a charming work by Gwen John of Girl in a Blue Dress holding a Piece of Sewing, dated c.1914-15. This painting together with Laura Knight’s Self-Portrait with the model Ella Louise Naper of 1913, on loan from the National Portrait Gallery, London, epitomises the modern woman in this show. John Singer Sargent, (1856-1925) Portrait Studies of Virginie Avegno Gautreau, for the painting ‘Madame X’ in the Metropolitan Museum, New York, graphite on paper, 45.1 x 60.3 cm (framed). ©The Trustees of the British Museum

Unique to Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery, Homage to Manet is an intelligent, thought-provoking, as well as visually stunning exhibition. It succeeds in succinctly summarising Manet’s legacy and reputation as one of the most important artists of modern times.

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Gwen John (1876-1939) Girl in a Blue Dress holding a Piece of Sewing, c.1914-15, oil on canvas, 60 x 52 cm (framed). © Norfolk Museums Service (Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery)

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Professor Porsche’s Wars The Secret Life of Legendary Engineer Ferdinand Porsche Who Armed Two Belligerents Through Four Decades KARL LUDVIGSEN

Renowned as one of the great automobile designers of the twentieth century, Ferdinand Porsche is well remembered for his remarkable automotive designs including the Volkswagen Beetle, Auto Union Grand Prix cars and the first Porsches. Yet there is another side to his extraordinary career that is relatively unknown, for he was an equally inventive designer of aero engines, military vehicles and other machinery of war. In this field too he excelled; the sheer variety and versatility of his contribution is mind-boggling. Professor Porsche's Wars tells the complete story. It discloses intimate details of Porsche’s relations with the armed forces of, first, Austria-Hungary and later Germany under both the Weimar regime and Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich. Author Karl Ludvigsen reveals hitherto-unknown details of the stream of advanced designs for which Porsche and his team were responsible. Included are Austro

About the Author: Karl Ludvigsen is a world-renowned prize-winning historian and author with over sixty books to his credit. His works include in-depth studies of the cars and histories of Volkswagen, Chevrolet’s Corvette, Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. A former vice-president of Ford of Europe and Bond Street industry consultant, Ludvigsen has had a life-long interest in advanced engineering and military history.

Daimler’s pioneering aero engines and incredible road trains. World War Two brought Porsche’s petrol-electric Tiger prototypes, his controversial Ferdinand tank destroyer and the astounding 200-ton Type 205 Maus tank. Germany’s troops rolled on his VW-based Kübelwagen and Schwimmwagen. Ludvigsen also describes Porsche’s creative work on aero engines, tank engines and even a turbojet for the V-1 flying bomb.

Karl Ludvigsen’s richly illustrated account confirms the pre-eminence of Ferdinand Porsche as a brilliant and prolific engineer, one of the most remarkable of his generation. The author assesses in depth Porsche’s contentious role as a key ally of Hitler, his Generals and his Wehrmacht.

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I must say this book was not what I was expecting. It did not tell the story of the legendary sports car designer & manufacturer that we are all familiar with, but one of an innovative, forward thinking engineer, who was an active & influential part of the German "War Machine" during both world wars. His design of the VW Beetle was not a surprise, but his significant involvement in Aero engines, Marine engines, Tanks & even the V1 flying bomb certainly was. Ferdinand Porsche's relationship with Adolf Hitler, post war arrest & subsequent imprisonment as a suspected war criminal also came as a surprise. Not always an easy book to read, with the author frequently going into "technical engineering detail" that the layman will not fully understand. However, this book will appeal to not just those with an interest in engineering, but also those with an interest in the history of the first half of the 20th Century.

Dale Piggin - Norwich

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Keys | Fine Art Auctioneers With the New Year firmly welcomed in and the last of the Christmas decorations waiting to be stowed back into the loft, thoughts often turn to clearing out cupboards and attics and trying to create a bit more space in our homes! Keys Auctioneers 2015 calendar of sales is the perfect place to have those treasured but unused items valued and, if appropriate, to offer them for sale by auction. Offering a full service, Keys provide complimentary valuations on all items and can advise on everything from general household items to china, antique furniture and books, ephemera and antiquarian maps. One of the highlights of 2015 is the Music, Cinema and Theatre Auction which is scheduled for July and will include items from the very old to the very new. Of particular interest are 1950s and 1960s music magazines such as Melody Maker, early and modern theatre programmes and advertisements, early theatrical playbills, early-mid 20th Century cinema posters, musical instruments, 19th Century sheet music as well as sheet music from the 1950s and 1960s. Also of interest are signatures and autographs of stars of stage and screen both past and present, scripts, unique books and items which may have some link to music, theatre and cinema. One-off items are always of interest to collectors and items sold in recent sales include Rolling Stones signatures, which realised ÂŁ300, and a collection of 18th and 19th Century playbills, which realised ÂŁ1850. The auction is already attracting some interesting and varied entries and a valuation day will be held to offer

those who have items they may wish to enter into the auction the chance to come along and receive free advice and valuations from Keys specialist team. For all enquiries or for further details please contact Keys Auctioneers Book & Ephemera Department on 01263 733195 or by email books@keysauctions.co.uk. You can also follow us on Twitter @keysbookdept

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Twitter Lists How You Can Use Them For Your Business We have lists for everything nowadays - work, shopping, presents, housework - their usage is endless. These can be scribbled on scraps of paper or stored in your app of preference but did you know that Twitter has list options as well? Let's be clear from the outset though Twitter lists, by default, are visible to everyone (known as public lists) but there is an option for private lists - so you need to be clear on the purpose of your list and if you want your list and the people you add to it to be seen. Twitter lists, whether created by you or someone else, collate individuals or business Twitter accounts together making it easier to keep track of their tweets and conversations (rather than scrolling through your Twitter feed) in your Twitter account or third party Twitter service like Hootsuite or SproutSocial. These work in a similar way to searching for and viewing the discussions around a #hashtag. What could you use Twitter lists for? Here's just a few ideas: 1. Clients or Competitors: Putting together a collection of your clients or even competitors can help you stay updated of their activities and what they’re sharing, but remember, this sort of list is better to be private. The privacy setting comes up when you’re creating the list. 2. Communities: Create a list of people with shared interests. This is great for the craft related community and can give you insights and allow you to easily engage with them. Invite others to join the list by making the list public and sending invitations out via your social media platforms. 3. Helpful customers resources: Collate a list of resources your customers might enjoy and find useful. For example, if you're into papercraft your customers might appreciate a Twitter list of mail order suppliers and 'How to' resources. If you're a teacher, your students might appreciate a list of industry experts to follow.

So how do you create a list? 1. Click on your profile avatar (its position varies depending on what you're accessing Twitter on) then either choose 'View Profile' and scroll down to 'Lists' or go direct by selecting 'Lists' from the profile drop-down menu. You can then see the lists that you’re subscribed to and the lists you’re a member of. 2. Within the ‘List’ page click the 'Create new list' button, enter a list name and description and choose whether you want the list to be public (anyone can subscribe to the list) or private (only you can access the list). 3. Add a person or company to the list by going to their profile page, by clicking on their profile avatar, and click the gear icon. Then select 'Add or remove from lists' and tick the box of the list you want to add them to. You can remove someone from a list in the same way. Then, depending on whether it's your own list or a list you've been added to, you can see it's subscribers, members and tweets. We've only scratched the surface of Twitter lists, how they could help your business and more importantly help you simplify and streamline your Twitter time. If you need any help with Twitter or your social media management don't hesitate to get in touch @PKirk_designer or at http://paulkirkdesign.co.uk PAGE

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When A New Year Comes Around... ...I like to set myself new challenges. However, I always end up questioning, why am I bothering? Then, the following thought usually crosses my mind: “It would be easier to just give up. No one else will know I’ve failed" While it’s true, (probably) no one else would be none the wiser - there is one key thing that is usually forgotten. You'll know about it! It will bug you forever afterwards (it does with me), and it’ll eat away at you in the future. I'm training for the 2015 London Marathon, and I have to go out of my comfort zone with the long runs I need to do. I'm currently battling the mindset of thinking that I am not built to run long distances (I’ve always been a big lad and battled weight problems). However, the reality is that anything is possible. “Why am I bothering to do this?” For me, I am doing this because I want to prove to myself that I can train myself properly and achieve a good time. For you, you could be doing something to support a family member, or for health reasons or because you are having a competition with someone. Whatever the reason is, you go back to the question: "Why I am doing this?" There is no greater challenge than getting started in something that you have never

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done or thought of doing before. But once you have a clear goal, and you set out your path to achieve that goal. That’s all you need! If there are obstacles along your path that you do not know how to overcome - this is where you speak to someone (like me) who can help point you in the right direction. There are times where I need help - and I make sure I ask for it. Sometimes you have to swallow your own pride. Surely, swallowing your pride is much better than languishing in failure. The key is to make sure you get the right advice from the right people when you need it. But above all, believe you can do anything. When you have that belief, there is nothing to stop you!

Happy New Year Josh Website: www.joshmannfitness.co.uk Mobile: 07879770723 Email: joshmannfitness@gmail.com

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Make Your Goals A Positive Experience By Susan Leigh Setting goals should be a positive experience. They should inspire us and keep us moving in the right direction. But it’s important to set our goals well or we may find ourselves distracted by other people’s agendas, end up allowing their wishes to Susan Leigh hi-jack our own. We can waste a lot of time focussing on something that may not be positive or in our best interests. Let’s look at ways to make your goals a positive experience: Set goals that feel right for you, otherwise it’s hard to remain fully committed. A positive goal continues to motivate us during setbacks and times when nothing seems to be going right. There may be occasions when we need to adjust, adapt, or compromise our plans, but when a goal feels right we can see beyond any short-term difficulties and remain inspired to carry on working with determination towards the bigger picture. ✹

✹ Ensure that some goals add value to you life. You may be

keen to give something back to your community, perhaps feel it’s important to volunteer to help a local project, animal shelter or youth project. You may want to spend time cooking meals for the elderly or homeless, teach adults to read, plant trees, work to support a local amateur dramatic group. Others may find it difficult to compromise and support you in your pet project. At those times you may need to firm and explain how much it means to you.

Failure can be an important lesson and a positive experience as we strive to reach our goals. Mishaps and setbacks can be regarded as part of the process, almost as an opportunity for a practice run or dress rehearsal where we iron out the blips and learn better, more effective ways of doing things. Not every goal will automatically take you where you want to go but moving in the right direction may even introduce a better outcome, a different master plan or a rather interesting detour along the way. And, indeed, failure sometimes brings along completely new, previously unconsidered ideas and opportunities. ✹

Mistakes are an important part of learning new skills and exploring uncharted waters. There’s a saying that a person who never made a mistake never made anything. Staying safe and avoiding risk might be a comfortable place, especially if there is much stress in other areas of our lives, but mistakes can provide positive experiences to learn and move forward, becoming stronger and better equipped for the future. ✹

There are often significant external factors to consider when we decide to set business and personal goals. Responsibilities can weigh heavy as the impact of our actions on our important relationships is revealed. Family and friends may be required to make sacrifices as the financial implications or the demands of any short or long-term commitments are gradually discovered. Some goals may require a significant amount of time to be dedicated to studying and learning new skills, long hours may need to be worked or there could be a requirement to regularly travel away from home. Status, opportunities for career development and level of personal satisfaction may all need to be considered as the side effects of our goals are thought through. ✹

Be sure to give yourself credit at each stage as you progress towards achieving your goals. That way you make it a positive experience as you congratulate yourself on reaching each significant milestone. Whether it’s losing weight, training for a marathon, completing a project, setting up a new venture, determine to set interim markers where you pause, maybe take a break, enjoy some time out for fun, a breather and praise yourself for what you’ve learned and achieved so far. ✹

Remember, it’s often the journey or process of getting from A to B that’s the most satisfying aspect of a goal rather than successfully achieving the final result. Yes, the goal itself provides motivation for all your efforts, but it’s the journey itself that by providing the opportunity to learn, to add quality and purpose to your life is the real gift of any goal. Enjoy and be mindful of what you’re doing rather than swiftly move from one goal to the next. Value the satisfaction that each success brings into your life. ✹

And don’t forget than even if a goal doesn’t deliver what you’d originally hoped for, you’re more likely to have challenged yourself, developed, learned more and had a more interesting time than you would done have without it. Positive goals add value to your life. Susan Leigh is a Counsellor and Hypnotherapist who works with stressed individuals to promote confidence and self belief, with couples experiencing relationship difficulties to improve communications and understanding and with business clients to support the health and motivation levels of individuals and teams.

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ICENI - MOTORING Issue 21 2015

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New Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Plus By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist Tweet Tim: @carwriteups | Visit: www.carwriteups.co.uk The Honda Civic is sharp, not just to look at but also to drive. Handling is precise and steering is direct – and for an oil-burner, the 1.6 i-DTEC has punch. Fair play; the Japanese model used to have a bit of a ‘beige’ image - with the exception of the Civic Type-R. But the 2005 manifestation was drastic enough to change that impression. In 2012 the car went for plastic surgery again and the Civic is now even more aesthetically agreeable - and it’s enjoyable to drive too.

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Inside, the Honda has a lively cockpit arrangement; a small and sturdy steering wheel, as well as funky blue door lining illumination. Its six speed manual gearbox changes up and down like a knife through butter, while stiffer suspension ensures meticulous cornering. Comfort isn’t affected though; as a matter of fact, the latest Civic has better refinement and an unwavering ride - especially at high speed. Fuel economy is extraordinary with the 1.6 i-DTEC Civic. My week driving the EX Plus model along country roads and dual carriageways returned a figure not far off the official average of 76.3 mpg.

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And if that’s not impressive enough, the Honda only produces 98 g/km of CO2. For extreme efficiency you can push the green ECON button on the dashboard. This smart gadget ensures an even swell in torque for a more calming drive and reduced fuel consumption. Obviously an engine is at its most sanitary when it’s not running at all - that’s why idle stop equipment is also fitted. Honda makes cash-saving motoring entertaining too - the Civic’s speedometer lighting alters depending on how weighty your right foot is, or how lingering your gear changes are. It glows blue when the car is at rest and stays that shade during a sudden increase or decrease in speed. It converts to green if you drive it in a thrifty way, and in the intervening time, blue-green lighting shows with tender touches of the throttle. Cabin space is no issue for the Civic, particularly with Honda’s ‘Magic Seat’ logic. Flip up, fold down or tilt back - you can convert the interior at the lift of a handle or the flick of a switch. For instance, the rear seats can be folded down entirely to give a level load zone which is large enough to carry, say, three bikes, three large suitcases or three golf bags.

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In EX Plus guise, the Honda Civic is a very congenial place to be. Paraphernalia includes smart keyless entry and start, semi-electrically adjustable seats, electric windows and climate control. Indeed, the in vogue Civic is a well screwedtogether hatchback. Made by a firm with a celebrated name for dependability and comfort, the motor is one of the best to drive. What’s more; the Civic is produced in the UK together with its well-liked siblings, the Jazz and CR-V. There’s only one drawback – the Civic is expensive. With the flagship EX Plus model, on test here, you’re looking at not far off £30,000. For that amount of wedge you’re heading into premium executive car territory.

PROS

• Good looking • Comfortable • Efficient • Roomy

CONS

• Expensive

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• Max speed: 129mph • 0-62 mph: 10.5 secs • Combined mpg: 76.3 • Engine: 1597 cc 4 cylinder 16 valve turbo diesel • Max. power (bhp): 118 at 4000 rpm • Max. torque (lb/ft): 221 at 2000 rpm • CO2: 98 g/km • Price: £26,460 on the road

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ROYAL THEATRE ORIGINS Issue 21 2015

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Royal Theatre Origins If you were given the opportunity to take a stroll around fifteenth century Norwich what parts of it would you easily recognise? he Castle would be one of the buildings which would remind you of your future home. As would the Cathedral-indeed, were you to take that walk back in time in around 1480, you’d have been witness to the rebuilding of it’s spire, the current stone spire having been commissioned that year to replace the previous one which had been struck by lightning and destroyed by the subsequent fire in 1463. From there, in a City renowned for its Churches, you’d have been able to find that of St Peter Mancroft, completed in 1455. You’ve travelled back in time over 500 years yet you can still feel at home in our fine City. But take a closer look, as you explore, at a building standing, as it did then, in the very shadow of St Peter Mancroft, standing, approximately, where the Forum is today. It’s a humble Inn called the White Swan. Long, long lost to us now but, at the time, the forerunner to a rather more modern Norwich landmark, namely the Theatre Royal. The White Swan doubled up as a playhouse, earning itself the fond nickname at the time of the “Metropolis of the East”. In 1730 it became the permanent headquarters of the Norwich Company of Comedians, retaining that honour until, in 1758, the Company decamped to the first Norwich Theatre Royal building. Yet, rather than letting this defection dampen their thespian spirit, the redoubtable White Lion management stood their ground and continued to put on shows for the eager masses, shows of all types and disciplines which included, in 1762, the opportunity for audiences to view an bullock that was said to weigh over 1400lbs whilst, in 1811, they put on public display an object no less splendid and valuable than Napoleon’s coach. At around PAGE

the same time, the White Swan became the principle centre for cockfighting in the City, that particular form of bloody aggression swiftly being replaced by prize-fighting as the great, good and downright formidable travelled to Norwich from all over the County in order to prove their worth in the ring. elying so heavily on the coaching trade was, however, to prove to be the downfall of the White Lion. With the advent of the railways in the middle of the nineteenth century (Norwich station opened in 1844) that vital passing trade dropped off, people now had no need to stay overnight in the City or even visit its centre, they could come and go by train as they pleased and all within the space of day. The White Swan could not survive on the whims of its resident population alone and it finally, sadly, closed its doors for the last time in 1895. What remained of the original building was demolished in 1961 in order to make way for the library, that building itself being badly damaged by fire in 1994 that also led to its demolition and eventual replacement by The Forum. But what of the Theatre Royal? The original Theatre Royal-or New Theatre as it was first known, was opened in 1758, its site being slightly to the right of that of the present building. As we have already learnt, as soon as it was opened, the Norwich Company of Comedians chose to relocate there from the White Swan which now, in the face of fierce competition from the new building, chose to focus on the sort of bizarre displays and acts previously mentioned, leaving the way clear for the New Theatre to put on what it had been conceived and built for-serious plays and great dramas. The management of the New Theatre were acutely aware of the commercial value and potential of

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their site for, in 1766, the actor cum manager, one Richard Griffith oversaw a new ticketing system at the site which meant that their audiences now had to buy tickets in advance for a specific number of seats within a box. Their prime motive for adopting this process, one not entirely dissimilar to ticketing policies adopted by theatres and other businesses today was to prevent patrons booking an entire box worth of tickets but then not arriving with enough people to fill it. uaranteed sales and the income that went with it was, of course, vital to any theatre - but being seen to have a capacity audience for every event was regarded as being more important. It gave the location kudos within the industry and helped to convince actors and performers from across England to appear at the location as part of their travelling tours as the guarantee of a packed out and noisy, enthusiastic audience was manna to both their pockets and their egos. By 1768 the New Theatre had been given royal assent which meant it was entitled to rename itself as Norwich Theatre Royal. With that and keen themselves to make the most of any commercial advantage they could find, the Norwich Company of Comedians opted to rebrand themselves at the same time, becoming the rather grandly titled His Majesties Servants. In 1826 a new Theatre building was commissioned on the same site, this was built for a cost of ÂŁ6,000, the second Norwich Theatre Royal seeing performances by such distinguished names as Paganini and The Great Blondini (renowned for crossing Niagara Falls on a tightrope) plus a performance of Tom Thumb, brought to the UK and Norwich by the great North American impresario P.T.Barnum. his Theatre stood for just over a century until, in 1934, it was destroyed by fire. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s replacement, the third and present Norwich Theatre Royal was opened in 1935. It remained open for business throughout World War Two apart from a brief period of closure at the wars outbreak in 1939. It went through a major refurbishment programme in 1991; this included computerisation of the box office and the transfer of all administrative staff at

the Theatre onto computers, a major change in both ticketing and management systems that, no doubt, would have got a nod of approval from Richard Griffith, that Manager in 1766 who had introduced new ticketing systems at the original Theatre back then-nothing changes under the sun or, it would seem, in the world of Theatre. orwich Theatre Royal went, despite some difficult years, from strength to strength, winning, in 2004, the Theatrical Management Associations Most Welcoming Theatre Award. More and extensive modernisation followed in 2006/07 before, in 2008, the Norwich Theatre Royal, now in its third reincarnation celebrated its 250th Birthday. It is currently a 1300 seat art-deco Theatre, resplendent and splendid after those extensive renovations, one that ably caters, just as any Theatre should do and as the great tradition demands, for any and all tastes, from plays, ancient and modern through to opera, pantomime, musicals, dance and shows for all the family. As much a treasured gem of our City as its great Castle and Cathedral. Not bad for a City tradition that had its origins in a small, humble and long gone coaching inn that lay in the shadow of a great Church. Edward Couzens-Lake for Iceni Magazine

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LOU LOU'S VINTAGE FAIR Issue 21 2015

Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair Norwich

Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair, winner of the UK’s Best Vintage Fair 2013 & 2014, is returning to Norwich this February! On Sunday 1st February we will be in back in Norwich at the beautiful venue, St Andrews Hall. Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair, voted by the public as ‘The Best Vintage Fair in the UK’ is famous across the UK for its authentic vintage style and vibrant experience. Visitors can take advantage of 50 stalls selling some of the best men and women’s vintage clothing the country has to offer.

Shoppers can take delight in some of the UK’s best vintage traders selling items available from every era from the 1940s right through to the 1990s. Lou Lou’s Fair offers vintage clothing and accessories, collectables, homewares, knick-knacks, furniture, jewellery and much, much more. For a full vintage experience this year we have the lovely Amy from Flamingo Amy Beauty, specialising in vintage hair and makeovers to pamper and preen you into your favourite vintage icons. Then why not pop along to Biddy's tearoom that will again be serving up delicious delights in the pop up tea parlour. We will also have the very talented vintage vocalist ‘Miss Kitty Collins’ entertaining the crowds throughout the day, performing your favourite songs of yesterday!

Lou Lou set up the vintage fair in September 2008 and now takes the Vintage Fair to over 40 towns and cities across the country (and still growing!) She says: "I think it works because people who love vintage are always looking for something new and unique to add to their wardrobe. What we do is take the best traders in the whole of the UK and put them in one place so you know that if the Vintage Fair is in town you have a one stop shop to get the best Vintage goods and accessories that are on the market at that time.”

Join us in Norwich for the full Vintage experience!

Join Lou Lou’s at;

City: Norwich Date: Sunday 1st February. Location: St Andrews Hall, Norwich, NE1 2JQ Times: 11 – 4pm Entry: £2. Under 12s free

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ICENI - COMPETITION Issue 21 2015

WIN TICKETS TO THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN’S REACH OUT SHOW Celebrating 50 years of UK number one hit singles, the Magic of Motown is coming to Alive Corn Exchange, Kings Lynn, Thursday 7th May 2015 at 7.30pm with its all-new Reach Out 2015 Tour and we have two pairs of tickets to see the show to give away. Simply answer the question at the end of this article and send in to win! Britain’s biggest spectacular returns with its an all-new, all-star, Magic of Motown Reach Out show celebrating 50 years of the legendary artists in the UK. Featuring more chart toppers than ever before, starring the music of the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more, the show marks the official arrival of style, sophistication and musical brilliance of the likes of Diana Ross and the Supremes, the Temptations and Stevie Wonder to these shores. Joined by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles and Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, in 1965 the multi-talented Americans famously touched down in Britain for a 42-show nationwide tour. This, coupled with an accompanying appearance on TV’s Ready, Steady, Go! established the recording artistes in the UK. The legend of these great performers lives on live on stage. Five-star performances revive more than 36 back-to-back classic hits with all the dazzling dance moves, glittering costume changes and superb musicianship synonymous with the era.

This year the Magic of Motown Reach Out tour will include more number one hits than ever before in a two-hour spectacular. Come and celebrate 50 years of number one hits with the Magic of Motown Reach Out 2015 Tour. Book now, and reach out for the magic of Motown. Box Office: 01553 764864

WIN TICKETS Iceni Magazine has 2 pairs of tickets up for grabs to see Magic of Motown at Alive Corn Exchange, Kings Lynn on Thursday 7th May 2015.

For a chance to win answer this simple question: How many years of the legendary artists in the UK is the show celebrating? Please email your answer and contact details to: competitions@icenimagazine.co.uk by 31st January 2015. Please state in the subject line ‘Magic Of Motown’ There is no cash alternative. Usual Iceni Magazine rules apply. Editors decision is final.

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NORFOLK MEN SAY NO

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Issue 21 2014

Online Campaign Calls For Men To Say No To Domestic Abuse Online Campaign Calls For Men To Say No To Domestic Abuse The campaign ‘Norfolk Men Say No’ is taking advantage of online technology by setting up a Facebook page to enable men to show their support at the click of a button. Nigel Williams Chief Fire Officer and Ambassador of Norfolk Men Say No said: “As a Norfolk man I am proud to launch the Norfolk Men Say No social media campaign. I am asking for you to join with me and the other good men of Norfolk to say "No" to domestic and sexual abuse. “For far too long, men have not been visible enough in combating the totally unacceptable attitude and actions of those that do this. I want your help in changing this. By saying "No" you are joining with me and other good men, declaring in a strong, unified voice that:1. You actively challenge all such abuse whether perpetrated by men or women and whether suffered by men, women, boys or girls. 2. Such abuse is not committed in your name, with your acceptance or your indifference. 3. Those suffering from such abuse, regardless of gender, will know that good and decent men will be there, alongside them and not the perpetrators. “Remember, abusers rely on good men doing nothing”. The Norfolk Men Say No campaign is based on a two-pronged approach; to empower men to feel confident to come forward and report the abuse they have suffered and encouraging men to say no to domestic and sexual violence. This year men are being asked to get behind the online campaign and like the Norfolk Men Say No

Nigel Williams Chief Fire Officer and Ambassador of Norfolk Men Say No Facebook page to declare they actively challenge all such abuse whether perpetrated by men or women. Men are also encouraged to follow the footsteps of Nigel Williams and post a photograph holding a sign with the words #NorfolkMenSayNo to pledge their support and spread the message online. The page will also form a platform to post a wide range of information which will help to raise the awareness of domestic abuse and support services available in Norfolk. To pledge your support like the Norfolk Men Say No Facebook page and post a picture of yourself holding a poster with the words #NorfolkMenSayNo. Alternatively follow us on Twitter or send an email (norfolkmensayno@fire.norfolk.gov.uk) to show your support. PAGE

ICENI - HOROSCOPES Issue 21 2015

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Horoscopes For January Aries 21 March - 20 April

Libra 24 September - 23 October

A focus on career matters and personal ambitions encourages you to make a start on ideas and plans you’ve been mulling over during the holiday. However, a positive planetary shift will also enliven your social sector, so this can be an unusually sparkly and fun first month of the year. To capitalise, look to start networking or involving yourself in community or group based projects.

You might find yourself in the mood to de-clutter your abode, especially if you can give yourself more personal space. By week three the chances are you'll be ready to explore leisure options and creative opportunities that can really showcase your talents. Meanwhile, as Venus glides into Pisces on the 28th, take time in the last few days of the month for some quiet reflection.

Taurus 21 April - 21 May

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November

Saturn is now finding its way into your zone of shared finances. This will help to put things into perspective regarding your longer term hopes or around shared assets. Along with this, you’ll be keen to expand your knowledge, perhaps by taking up a course or class, or researching ideas that might open new doors for you. Later in the month, Venus can inspire romance to blossom.

New ideas can appeal as you burst into the New Year with options for sharing your knowledge or for studies that can give you a cutting edge. However, you’ll want to apply yourself on the financial front too as you consider ways to budget or increase your earnings. Later in January, getting organized at home could enhance your creativity and perhaps energy levels too.

Gemini 22 May - 21 June

Sagittarius 23 November - 21 December

Certain people may demand a lot of you Gemini, yet you'll find your confidence increases as you rise to any challenges that are lain down. However, your shared finances can benefit from an overhaul, especially where debts or overdue bills are concerned. You could find that others will be uncompromising on what they will agree, yet even so, do look to reach a mutual agreement.

Saturn puts the pressure on you to focus on important goals. He is going to be with you for much of this year, and this will press you to prioritise wherever you can. However, communication is enhanced by the Aquarius New Moon on January 20th, which will be ideal for promoting yourself or finding new, engaging interests. With your ruler Jupiter in retreat all month, do look to conserve your resources.

Cancer 22 June - 23 July

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January

The Full Moon on the 5th of January in your sign, will bring all sorts of relationships into sharp relief, encouraging key issues out into the open so you can clear the air. This is a good time to work as part of a team, get necessary feedback and seek to improve partnerships - whether business or in your personal ties. Later in January, your imagination can really start to peak.

You’ll likely have a plethora of ideas to consider during 2015, yet don’t ignore the gains you can make from tidying up any loose ends that you have already begun. With talk and thought planet Mercury rewinding from the 21st, do be mindful around financial transactions or purchases. The last week of January can see you bonding with one friend much more deeply.

Leo 24 July - 23 August

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February

As Saturn becomes established in your romance sector and zone of pleasures, you may become more serious about your talents and hobbies with a desire to take things further. In addition, you’ll likely be busy at work this month, so do pace yourself to reduce any potential for pressure. This is also a month when you will become more conscious of your health and wellbeing.

With the Sun beginning 2015 in Capricorn, make time to reflect on what’s best for you, especially regarding any New Year’s resolutions you’ve made. Despite this, January will be a much more upbeat, energised and go-getting month than usual because the inner planets spend time with you early this year. Your real spark can come from the New Moon on the 21st.

Virgo 24 August - 23 September

Pisces 20 February - 20 March

Romantic opportunities look scintillating, with a heady focus on your zone of dating and light-hearted affairs. Yet, for you to really be at ease, you must feel emotionally secure. Saturn also asks you now to think more seriously about where you live, who you live with and how. A relocation could be possible this year, or some extra family responsibilities.

Your spiritual sector is strongly activated early this year, and this can see you spending time with more sensitive or kindly souls. Good causes may be especially attractive to you Pisces. Yet, as Mars roars into Pisces on the 12th, this will mean that you might still get some new projects on the go, or take a lead with others. Any fitness resolutions will start to move up a gear from then too.

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