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orwich challen Theatretackles gingsubjectsof the loss andgriefin theirnew reative Mattersseason, whichruns across all three orwich Theatrevenues orwich Theatre oyal, orwich Theatre layhouseand orwich Theatre tage Two. Presentedinassociation with RosedaleFuneralHome, Creative Matters– ossand Griefwill featurea mixofperformances, filmandworkshops to stimulate discussion andmakeconnections throughcreativity. Sam Patel, Head of Creative EngagementatNorwich Theatre, said Grief andlosshavebeen woventhrough thelast fewyears, meetingsome ofus head-onwith thelossof lovedonesdue to the pandemic.Whilethismaynot have touchedall ofusinthesame way,bereavementissomething we willallhave to face.Thisis why this Creative Mattersseasonseeks toprovide asafeand inclusive space to exploreour ownpersonal responses to loss andgrief. Performancesinclude Who theWho,Who,byM C Theatre Company, on March at Norwich TheatreStageTwo.Thisis a one-woman showexploring what happens when youare no longer a daughter.Who areyou And will thepiecesofthe'life-jigsaw' ever fitinthesameway again Thisis a safe,immersive performance where thelinesbetween performerand audience,andperformanceand life,areblurred. All of Me is ashowabout depression anddeath,written andperformed by livier Award nomineeCarolineHorton.It’s anintimateand often absurd exploration of wanting to live, wanting to dieand whatcan happenifwesit together inthe dark. All of Me is agrudgingly hopeful,occasionallyfunny, unapologeticallydarkshowabout darkthings.Theshowtakes place on 0 March at Norwich Theatre Playhouse.

Formoredetailsandthe fulllistingsof events, contact Norwich TheatreBox Office on 01603630000orvisit norwichtheatre.org

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The localbranchofthe Motor eurone isease ssociation M islooking forvolunteers in orfolktojoinasmall,friendly team to help them supportfamilies a ectedbythe disease. Theorganisation needsa secretary, to suitanytimethat an interestedpersonisabletogive, andAssociation Visitors AVs ,who maintaincontactwithpeople living withMND,theirfamilies andcarers. Training,induction andmentoring willbe provided travel directcost expensesarereimbursable. AV udy Burns-Thomson,said Ihave metsomeofthe bravestand mostcourageouspeople. es,itcan be emotional, butthe privilegeof visitingfamiliesintheirhomeand helpingthem alongtheirjourney is so rewardingand worthwhile. If you, or someoneyou know, has askill or interestthatcould supportMNDA’s work,please get in touchwithMalcolm,Branch Chair, on 0 60 60 06 oremail malchubbock hotmail.co.uk.

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The ainsbury entre for isual rts has appointed ago ooper as irector of the entre, and rofessor of rt and rchaeology at the niversity of ast nglia . Professor Cooper has spent more than 0 years working on a diverse rangeofcultural projects around theworld,alwayscentred on thestudy andcommunication of visualandmaterialculture. After 0 years as Head ofthe AmericasSection attheBritish Museum and Director of the Santo Domingo Centre of Excellence for atin American Research, these collaborations have led to a series of innovative exhibitions, artistic commissions and international exchange programmes that challenge traditional museum practice. With a particular interest in using digital technologies to reach new audiences and cut across multiple academic disciplines,his work spansthe subjectsofart,museologyand archaeology.In addition to his booksandexhibitions, he hasalso written andpresented aseries ofBBC documentariesbasedon his research and international collaborations. Professor Cooper said Since its inspired creation in the 0s, the Sainsbury Centre has always been a place that breaks the rules in how Art and Culture should be seen and experienced. I am absolutely delighted to be joining such an inspirational institution

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