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W Welcome elcome ttoo AAugust ugust ...... This August , The Local Answer are welcoming back something very special... our Photography Cover Competition! If you fancy yourself as a bit of a David Bailey, be sure to read through all the details inside. We can’t wait to receive your entries! Over the next couple of months The Local Answer are going to be at several local events and are looking to run tombolas in order to raise money for our chosen charites. This means we are in need of prize donations – could you help? If so there is more information inside. One of the events in question will be Newent Onion Fayre, which is sure to be a fantastic day out for all the family.. With live music, a food village, over 150 stalls and the famous onion show, there really is something for everyone! Let’s hope the sun keeps shining. And as always you can head over to our What’s On section for all sorts of other events and attractions to keep you and the children occupied this August.
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the BMW i8 Coupé is the doors. They are of a Dihedral design and move forwards and upwards, so add a bit of drama to the car when you open them. The car I drove, by the way, was painted in a sophisticated individual Donington Grey. The interior of the i8 is familiar BMW, but also has that concept feel, like nothing else in the price range. Yes it’s a very low car to get in and out of, so do beware, but that ’s an addition to the special feel. The BMW i8 Coupé is built with an exceptional lightweight concept called LifeDrive architecture. It consists of the Drive module – an a l u m i n i u m c h a s s i s – a n d t h e L i fe module – an ultralight passenger compartment made of high-strength carbon-fibre. BMW say that “Together they create sustainability and a perfect weight balance, delivering unmatched sportiness”; it also means the suspension on the BMW i8 is a little softer and soaks up all the bumps you find on a modern UK B-road. The i8 is, in fact , perfect for the British roads with Dynamic Traction
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Rob R ob SSharp’s harp’s lleading eading rrole ole iin nU Uruguay ruguay cricket cricket Gloucestershire has a very proud sporting history. The county has produced champions galore over the years whether it be in cricket, rugby, swimming, athletics or many, many other sports. The county has also produced its share of top sport administrators but it’s probably fair to say that no-one from this part of the world has ever held the position currently occupied by club cricketer Rob Sharp. You see, Sharp, a player of many years’ standing at Gotherington, is vice-president of the Uruguayan Cricket Association (UCA). And while that is obviously quite a prestigious title, Sharp is also one of t h o s e p e o p l e w h o m a kes t h i n g s happen. Once he gets an idea he is determined to see it through to fruition. And that is certainly the case now that he is vice-president of the UCA . S o m u c h s o t h at at a t i m e w h e n most of us will be looking forward to the Christmas festivities, he will be heavily involved in two T20 matches
he has organised between Uruguay and Argentina, which will take place in Buenos Aires on 16th December. “It’s the 150th anniversary of the first game between the two countries,” said Sharp, a selfemployed Cheltenham businessman who lives in Gotherington. “It predates the Ashes.” These days cricket is more established in Argentina than Uruguay – Argentina are associate members of the ICC and Uruguay are
not , although Sharp is hopeful that might change in years to come. Two days after the double-header, Sharp has organised another fixture – this time in Montevideo,, the capital of Uruguay – when a Uruguay President ’s XI will play a Uruguay Invitation XI. So how did Sharp come to be vicepresident of the UCA? “My wife Alison was born in Montevideo,” the dad of four boys explained. “Her mum was Uruguayan and her dad was English and she came to this country when she was five. “I used to joke with the boys that the only way they would ever get to play international cricket was through their Uruguayan connection.” All four boys – Harry, Joe, James and Alistair – are, like their dad, decent cricketers and they will now realise their dream because all of them will play in at least one of the games in South America. Full story online.
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After the delights of another thrilling W i m b l e d o n , i t m a y b e te m p t i n g to think that that is pretty much it for the sport of tennis in this country for another year. But if you think that you’d be very wrong. In fact, the reality is quite the opposite because these days tennis in Gloucestershire really is an all-theyear-round sport. So says Mike Angell, the chairman of the Gloucestershire Lawn Tennis A s s o c i a t i o n , w h o k n ow s a t h i n g o r two about a sport that has been taken t o a n o t h e r l ev e l by t h e l i k e s o f Federer, Nadal and Serena Williams in the 21st century. “The jewel in Gloucestershire’s crown is the county leagues,” said Angell. “We run a summer league and a winter league and they provide p e o p l e w i t h t h e o p p o r t u n i t y to p l a y competitive tennis all year.”
Gloucestershire are leading the way when it comes to developing the cricket stars of tomorrow – and that’s official. The increasingly popular All Stars Cricket programme – launched last summer – is a huge campaign to bring five to eight year olds into the game of cricket and no county is doing that better than Gloucestershire. Some 50,000 young people around the country have now taken up the ECB-driven course but Gloucestershire – through the Gloucestershire Cricket Board – are the first county to have beaten their target this summer with around 2,500 youngsters now playing at clubs in the area. The GCB’s Chris Munden is the driving force behind the campaign in t h i s p a r t o f t h e wo r l d a n d h e i s u n d e r s t a n d a b l y d e l i g h te d w i t h t h e progress being made.
The highlight of England’s cricketing summer – the five-match Test series against India – will still be very much in its infancy when the new Gloucestershire Northern Senior Football League gets under way in a few days’ time. The league’s big kick-off is on Saturday 4th August with the firstround ties in the Reg Davis Memorial Cup and honorary general secretary J o h n G re e n s a i d w i t h s o m e p r i d e : “We’ve got a full set of fixtures.” That means 16 games – the league i s m a d e u p o f t wo d i v i s i o n s o f 1 6 – and four days later on Wednesday 8th August the second round of the competition, which is named in honour of the league’s former c h a i r m a n a n d p re s i d e n t w h o d i e d some 12 years ago, will be played. For full versions of all these stories and more visit www.thelocalanswer.co.uk
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N New ew CCheltenham heltenham TTown own cchairman hairman A Andy ndy W Wilcox ilcox targets targets ppromotion romotion Andy Wilcox will be flying back early from a family holiday so that he can watch Cheltenham Town’s opening game of the new season. The new chairman wants to see for himself how Gary Johnson’s new-look team get on when they host Crawley Town on Saturday 4th August . It ’s been less than three months since Wilcox , who runs Gloucestershire-based construction company LCI Rail, took over as chairman from Paul Baker who did the job for more than 20 years. And Wilcox certainly hasn’t been standing still since taking over the re i n s a s a w h o l e h o s t o f s u m m e r signings testify.
““The The start start of of a n new ew e era” ra” “Yes, it is the start of a new era,” Wilcox told The Local Answer. “Paul did a fantastic job to get the club to where they are in the Football League. When he took over as chairman no one really thought it could happen, no one dreamt it could happen. It was fantastic.” But now the club are back in League Two – they’ve only been outside the Football League for one season since
winning promotion to the big-time for the first time in 1998/99 – Wilcox is keen for the club to kick on. “I’m ambitious,” he said. “I want to take Cheltenham Town higher. It’s the same in business, I want to do as well as I can.” And Wilcox has certainly backed up those words with actions ahead of the new campaign. J o h n s o n h a s b e e n g i ve n t h e g o ahead to get the players he wants and there’s a definite feelgood factor around the club at the moment . “We’ve bought early and brought some experienced players in,” said Wilcox . “It ’s an exciting time. We needed a stronger core to the squad.” Wilcox and everyone connected with the club are confident things will b e v e r y d i f f e re n t to l a s t t i m e o u t when they ended the season in 17th spot. “We will require a big step up from last season, of course, but if and when t h a t i s a c h i ev e d w e a t C h e l t e n h a m Town Football Club see no reason why we can’t push for promotion to League One,” Wilcox said. “ T h e s e a re a m b i t i o u s t h o u g h t s o f mine but without those dreams we
fail. It’s exactly the same in business. “We have to strive to be the best we can. “I think Cheltenham Town have a bright future. We have a good manager and he’s very keen to do well.” J o h n s o n h a s b e e n a m a n a g e r fo r well over 25 years and has been in charge at Bristol City, Peterborough and Yeovil to name just three clubs.
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pair of clean trainers. No need to book – just turn up on the day. All Tuesdays in August 4-4.30pm. All Thursdays in August (except 2nd August) 10.30-11am. And during the Cider Festival on Saturday 18th August. 10am-1pm and 4-5.30pm. At Patesians Sports and Social Club, Everest Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL53 9LG. For more information: 01242 525665 or wizardssquash@hotmail.com 4 AUGUST FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR Come along to Gloucester Park for a fireworks display. The annual spectacle that is brought to you by the minds behind the London 2012 Olympics fireworks. Music, entertainment, food and drink will be on hand from 7pm to get the party started, before the display at 9.40pm. Gloucester Park, Park Road, Gloucester, GL1 1LH. 01452 207020. www.somac.org.uk 4-5 AUGUST SUMMER JAM – THE BREWERY QUARTER 4th August,1-9.30pm and 5th August, 17pm. A jam-packed weekend of live music, great food and drink. With craft and food stalls, a festival vibe and free entry everyone is welcome! Headlining this year are Just Shup Up and Dance and Kingsley Salmon’s full band (Saturday), with Tux Fizz and Soular on Sunday – plus many more acts! www.thebreweryquarter.co.uk www.facebook.com/TheBreweryChelt CHEESE & CHILLI FESTIVAL The only show in the UK which celebrates both Cheese and Chilli within a festival setting. There is plenty entertainment for all the family including pig racing, food tastings, live demonstrations, wine tasting,
falconry flying display, live music, chilli eating competition and much more. Sandford Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 7HX. 07776 255199. For full details including ticket prices visit cheeseandchillifestival.com/cheltenham 5 AUGUST THE FOREST TRAIL RACE The Forest Trail Race on 5th August is a brilliant running event in the beautiful Forest of Dean. Runners can choose from 10k, half marathon or a full marathon if they want a real challenge! Following on from the success of the Trail Run earlier this year, this is a day out for the whole family with a 1k kids run, entertainment, and activities all day. For full details please visit www.trimaxevents.com RISE ABOVE SPORTIVE Do you want a challenge? Do you want to be part of Mark Cavendish’s official Sportive? The chance to ride with the winner of 30 Tour de France stages? Then look no further and be part of this amazing event. This bucket list ride across the Cotswolds starts and finishes at Cheltenham Racecourse, combining challenging climbs, picturesque villages and breath-taking views of quintessentially English landscapes. For full details visit riseabovesportive.com Cheltenham Racecourse, Prestbury Park, GL50 4SH. 01932 831485. EMMA Jane Austin’s Emma gets the Jenny Wren treatment in the mischievous and madcap adaptation of the classic novel. 6pm. Tickets £10 on the door. Scarr Bandstand, GL16 8JA. For full details please visit www.scarrbandstand.co.uk
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an epic quest to unmask the culprit before Aunt Lucy’s big celebration. 2pm. £6 (family £20). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP. bacontheatre.co.uk 8 AUGUST MARK BASSEY QUARTET Mark Bassey’s musicianship full of melody, wit and delightful phrasing. He effortlessley combines a range of styles from be-bop to blues, to contemporary and pop, and this is reflected in his associations with some of the finest names in Brit-jazz including Julian Arguilles and Clarke Tracey. With another Moreton newcomer Graeme Taylor on piano, plus regulars violinist/vocalist Ben Holder and bassist Paul Jefferies, this promises to be an excellent concert. 8pm. £15 (£12 in advance). Redesdale Hall, Moreton in Marsh, GL56 0AW. www.moretonjazz.co.uk 9 AUGUST NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE NIGHT ‘Diamond’ is the ultimate Neil Diamond tribute, supported by a seven piece band. Come along and enjoy an evening of all his greatest hits! £29. 7pm. Bar and BBQ during the evening. The Greenway Hotel & Spa, Shurdington, Cheltenham, GL51 4UG. 01242 862352. www.thegreenwayhotelandspa.com 10 AUGUST VIVA VOCE A feast of classical favourites, fused with the greatest pop songs of our time,
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12 AUGUST WEDDING FEST Join us for a fun day out with wedding suppliers, a fashion show, Manor House tours, live music and entertainment, BBQ, an outdoor bar and ice-cream! Free entry. From 12 noon. The Greenway Hotel & Spa, Shurdington, Cheltenham, GL51 4UG. 01242 862352. www.thegreenwayhotelandspa.com TETBURY SUMMER SHOW Entertainment for all the family. With the event growing each year the show still clings to the traditional with the marquee boasting a finery of flowers, fruit and veg all grown and displayed by local exhibitors. Also on show will be many domestic offerings including cakes, sponges and jams, floral artistry, and arts and crafts. Full details at tetburysummershow.co.uk Tetbury Memorial Recreation Ground, Tetbury, GL8 8JN. UKELELE DAY A fun family day out with a difference. Featuring lots of local ukulele bands under a covered marquee area, children’s activities, mini market, BBQ, beer and cider. 12pm. Free entry and parking. Taurus Crafts, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney, GL15 6BU. 01594 844841. www.cvt.org.uk/communities/taurus-crafts 15 AUGUST THE CHILDREN IN THE MOON Join The Makeshift Ensemble and their travelling teapot of tales on a magical
celebration of discovery, courage and diversity. A wonderfully visual and original take on centuries old children’s verse, packed with puppetry and live music. 2.30pm. £9. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 16 AUGUST MINISTRY OF SWING The Ministry Of Swing’s unique style is in part due to their varied musical influences; gypsy, classical and folk styles weave their way into a 30s swing and modern bop sound which is exhilarating and compelling. 8.45pm. Prince Albert Inn, Rodborough Hill, Stroud GL5 3SS. 01453 755600. www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk 16-28 AUGUST GIFFORDS CIRCUS To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of circus, Giffords Circus are throwing a summer-long party with 1930s inspired sequinned dresses, tail coats and top hats, talented musicians, Cuban acrobats, Italian gymnasts, and Nell with the wonderful miniature ponies. Full details at shows.giffordscircus.com/events/2018-05 Minchinhampton Common, near Stroud, 01242 691181. 17 AUGUST AN AUDIENCE WITH CRAIG REVEL HORWOOD Craig is renowned for his no nonsense
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1188 AUGUST AUGUST BREAM GARDENING SOCIETY Bream Gardening Society’s 153rd Annual Show at Bream Sports & Social Club by the school (GL15 6JF). Exhibitions of vegetables, plants, flower arranging, handicrafts, domestic and photography. Stalls. Refreshments. Show opens 2pm. Admission £2 – accompanied children free. Visit our website www.breamgardeners.net 1199 AUGUST AUGUST CITIZENS ADVICE AT POSH CAR BOOT SALE As Event Partners, Citizens Advice Cotswold District will be helping with car parking at the very popular Brimpsfield Posh Car Boot Sale, run by the Brimpsfield Music Society, held at the Longdole Polo Club near Brimpsfield from 11am to 3pm. Quality caterers will be on site so you can make a day of it. TEWKESBURY CLASSIC VEHICLE FESTIVAL Tewkesbury’s Classic Vehicle Festival featuring hundreds of beautifully restored vintage vehicles is a fascinating day out for all the family. Highlights include more than 700 classic and sports cars, plus 200 bikes, some dating back over 100 years. There’s also a BBQ, bar, cakes stalls and entertainment plus plenty of stalls to browse around. For full details including ticket prices please visit tewkesburycvf.org Tewkesbury School, Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 8DF 22 22 AUGUST AUGUST COTSWOLD FARM PARK OUTDOOR CINEMA Join us for a movie against the backdrop of stunning rolling hills and beautiful countryside with The Alfresco Film Company. The Lion King from 3pm and The Greatest Showman from 7.30pm. Gates open an hour before the film starts. Entertainment prior to each screening. You are welcome to bring your own picnic, but there will be BBQ food, popcorn, ice cream and sweets for sale at each show. Cotswold Farm Park , Guiting Power, near Cheltenham, GL54 5UG. 01451 850307. www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk 23 AUGUST AUGUST 23 THE GIGSPANNER BIG BAND PLUS KNIGHT & SPIERS Periodically, a pairing of two acts with their own (very) unique identities produces an electrifying musical force that is even greater than the impressive sum of its parts. Their appearances together are a rare but highly sought after affair, thanks to performances of dazzling musicianship and arresting chemistry. The special double bill is augmented by the exciting new duo of Peter Knight and John Spiers (ex-Bellowhead). 7.30pm. £23. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. www.rosestheatre.org 23-25 23-25 AUGUST AUGUST ALADDIN JR An amateur production brought to you by
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The Barn Academy ages 7-13. Featuring all the songs from the classic award-winning film, including ‘A Whole New World’ and ‘Arabian Nights’. For full details please visit barntheatre.org.uk. The Barn Theatre, 5 Beeches Road, Cirencester, GL7 1BN. 01285 648255. 24-27 AUGUST AUGUST 24-27 TADSTOCK FESTIVAL Supporting local youth music initiatives with some great artists too! Brinsley ‘ASWAD’ Forde, Other Animals, John Otway and more. Just £84 for a family of four including parking, three nights’ camping, free kids entertainment and workshops, yoga for all ages and skills. Probably the best value long bank holiday weekend of the year! www.tadstock.org 2255 AUGUST AUGUST GLOUCESTER GOES RETRO FESTIVAL An award-winning Festival of Living History in the heart of Gloucester City Centre. The four main gate streets will be turned back in time – Westgate 1900-1949, Northgate 1950s, Eastgate 1960s, and Southgate 1970 to modern day times. Live music and an appearance by members of the original cast of ‘Allo Allo’. Free event. Gloucester City Centre. www.gloucestergoesretro.co.uk 225-26 5-26 AUGUST AUGUST CITZENS ADVICE AT PHOENIX FESTIVAL Citizens Advice and Friends will have a tent at the Phoenix Festival, held in the Cirencester Abbey grounds, where there will be great live music and entertainment for all ages. Learn how Citizens Advice is helping many people in the local community to find the best solution to their problems by providing free and confidential advice that is open to all. Try out our ‘climb the wall’ game that players of all ages find ‘gripping’. It’s safe, so come and join in! 225-27 5-27 AUGUST AUGUST DEERHURST FLOWER FESTIVAL Please join us for this spectacular event, our theme this year being “A Moment in Time”. Refreshments, stalls, art exhibition, bell ringing available. Entry £7 (under 16 free) 10am-5.30pm. Further details: www.deerhurstflowerfestival.co.uk or call 07719715788. 27 AUGUST AUGUST 27 WINCHCOMBE COUNTRY SHOW The 69th Winchcombe Country Show will be held at Winchcombe Senior School Playing Fields on Bank Holiday Monday 27th August. Come and join us for a fantastic day out for all the family. There will be a traditional flower show, with many prize winning exhibits to see, a wide range of entertainment, a variety of dog demonstrations, local foods to sample and lots of stalls selling local crafts and gifts. From 12 noon. Winchcombe Senior School, Greet Road, GL54 5LB. winchcombeshow.org.uk
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3311 AUGUST AUGUST 80’s MANIA Featuring the music of 25 chart-topping pop stars including Duran Duran, Human League, Culture Club, Wham!, Madness, Madonna, Spandau Ballet, Cyndi Lauper, Bananarama, Erasure, Soft Cell, plus many more live on stage. 7.30pm. From £18. The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. 01684 295074. rosestheatre.org 31 AUGUST AUGUST – 2 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 31 A FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS St Peter’s Church, Winchcombe hosts ‘A Festival of Flowers Celebrating the Church Year’ from Friday 31st August to Sunday 2nd September. 10am-5pm. Friday and Saturday, noon-5pm on Sunday. Refreshments available. Adults £4. Under 18s free. 1 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER MINI MARKET AT CHRISTCHURCH Mini Market at Christchurch on Saturday 1st September 10am – 12pm. Toys, books, tombola, table top, homemade cakes, refreshments. Something for everyone – come and enjoy a time together. Further enquiries to Sheila 07882 985530. Christchurch, Abbeydale, Gloucester, GL4 5EQ. GLOUCESTER DAY A day to celebrate all that is great about Gloucester with fun for all the family. Starting with the Mock Mayor of Barton’s Parade at 11am, followed by the Mock Mayor Making Ceremony at 11.20am, the Thanksgiving Service at 12 noon and the Gloucester Day Parade at 2pm. For music, entertainment and above all FUN, head on down to Gloucester and join in the celebrations. Find full details of the day at gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk 8 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER NEWENT ONION FAYRE
Three stages of live music, food village, street entertainers, dancing, fairground rides, exhibitions, lakeside events and over 150 stands with arts, crafts, plants and more. From fresh local food and produce, lunches and snacks, through to beers, wines, ciders and juice, there’s a lot more than just onions! Free entry. 10am-5pm. Full details at www.newentonionfayre.org 15 15 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER HUCCCLECOTE COMMUNITY CENTRE From 8pm until late we have the talented Micky John Bull performing stand up comedy. Tickets available online www.hucclecote.org.uk or at the Hucclecote Community Centre Office. £6 members, £8.50 non-members. 01452 616289.
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FFilm ilm R Review eview – PPatrick atrick B Baines aines Adrift Adrift It ’s impossible not to feel somewhat weary about films inspired by real life stories when they hit the cinema with such frequency. Often this genre tends to be exaggerated by Hollywood directors who are always keen to put their own twist on events. Fortunately, ‘Adrift ’ is directed superbly and features two actors out of the very top drawer. The film tells the story of Tami (Shailene Woodley) and her fiancé Richard (Sam Clafin) who are travelling from Tahiti to San Diego on a yacht . After being caught in a hurricane, Tami wakes to find Richard injured and her yacht in a sorry state. The chances of rescue are extremely slim, they ’re far off course, and a long way from the shipping lanes. The two main characters have a warm, loving chemistry. The film’s e f f e c t s a re s t a g g e r i n g , t h e s h e e r size of the ocean is captured superbly. There are some incredible shots of sunsets and marine life that are to be treasured. ‘Adrift’ is a really enjoyable watch. Full review online.
Wales, used to be their vegetable g a rd e n , b u t t h e p o p u l a r i t y o f t h e i r h e r b s a n d c h i l l i p l a n t s – w h i c h t h ey used to sell at farmers’ markets – gave them confidence to turn a hobby into a business. Tim continued: “We grow j u s t ov e r 3 0 d i f fe re n t t y p e s o f c h i l l i p l a n t s, f ro m t h e m i l d o n e s r i g h t through to the Carolina Reaper, which is the hottest chilli on earth. I’ve never tried a Carolina Reaper, I’m not brave enough! “The chillies can’t deal with low temperatures, so we keep them indoors throughout the winter. As soon as spring comes we put them in pots and allow them outside. They do take a bit of tending to, but as soon as summer comes it ’s just a case of making sure they ’re properly looked after. We’ve got a large collection of herbs as well that grow really well here. We love what we do, Jane works really hard throughout the year l o o k i n g a f t e r ev e r y t h i n g a s w e l l a s organising the chilli festival.”
Book Book R Review eview – A Aloÿse loÿse ooff D Daylesford aylesfordd Book Book Club Club New New B Boy oy by Tracy Chevalier Shakespeare’s works have been performed and loved throughout the world, and have been re-interpreted for each generation. The Hogarth Shakespeare project , launched in 2015, sees Shakespeare’s works re t o l d b y w e l l k n o w n n o v e l i s t s o f today. Margaret Attwood, Jo Nesbo, Jeanette Winterson have already breathed new life into various plays. T h e f i f t h b o o k o f t h e s e r i e s, N ew Boy by Tracy Chevalier,, author of Girl with the Pearl Earring, is a reworking of the play Othello. Set in a school in Washington DC in the 1970’s the action takes place over the course of one school day. Osei, a diplomat’s son, is the new boy. Dee, is the most popular girl in the year,, both with teachers and pupils. Ian, is the school’s troublemaker. He decides to destroy the friendship between the black boy and the golden girl. This small volume takes on an ambitious project especially setting the action in a school. Full review online.
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W Winchcombe inchcombe Community Community CChoir hoir o open pen tto o aallll Every Wednesday morning members of the Winchcombe Community Choir gather at the Abbey Fields Centre to enjoy their weekly practice. The songs they sing are anything but traditional choir songs though, with a repertoire of world music the order of the day for the 50 members of the choir. I n c l u s i v i t y i s t h e k ey wo rd fo r t h e community choir, who welcome even the most novice singers into their team, something Choir Leader Liz Hooper says sums up the ethos of the vocal group. She said: “We’re a choir that prides i t s e l f o n o f fe r i n g o p p o r t u n i t i e s to everyone. We don’t care if you’ve never sung before, as long as you’re enthusiastic and want to learn you’ll be made very welcome.
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“I belong to The Natural Voice Network and their main belief is that everyone has the right to sing without the fear of being judged or criticised, that’s what we’re all about. We get an awful lot of people who come and tell us they haven’t sung since their school days so it ’s really great to welcome them and give them opportunities to join our choir. People even turn up and tell us they can’t sing. Usually after a few practice sessions their confidence
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has shot through the roof and they are belting out the songs!” T h e c h o i r a r e q u i t e d i f f e r e n t f ro m most vocal ensembles, they don’t sing traditional choir songs but focus more on p e r fo r m i n g wo r l d music , something Liz says is easier to pick up for her members. She continued: “We sing songs from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds. We tend not to sing traditional choir music.
A cchoir hoir tthat’s hat’s u unique nique “We sing a lot of world music, songs f ro m A f r i c a , E u ro p e a n d S o u t h A m e r i c a , w h i c h a re eve r yd ay s o n g s that people sing naturally. The harmonies are very easy to pick up. We do occasionally sing pop songs but it ’s mostly world music which we focus on. It’s fantastic to be involved in a choir that’s unique, we’re not singing songs that any other choirs sing, we like to be original. “Anyone who wants to get involved should come to our Wednesday morning practice sessions. We usually have 45 members turn up every week . It’s not just about the singing – it’s nice from a social point of view for people to get together regularly. We often perform at fetes and festivals, it’s lovely to get out and play new venues.” Full story online.
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