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Spring 2013 l Issue 2
The Heritage Triangle Also inside: Cittaslow Diss l Diss Museum- New Season l Meet our new councillor
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Diss Heritage Triangle & Diss Corn Hall Project
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he project to restore the Diss Corn Hall and develop the ‘Heritage Triangle’ area of Diss has made a significant step forward with the appointment of architects and landscape designers. The Diss Heritage partnership project team secured a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund in February to develop its plans further, with the aim of submitting a second application for a further £1.4m at the end of this year. Now the team has appointed Norwich-based firm Hudson Architects to develop the designs for the Corn Hall. Alongside new build projects, the practice enjoys bringing new life to historic buildings and works hard to combine imaginative and contemporary design with sensitivity and respect for heritage. Hudson’s previous projects include Norwich OPEN - a historic former bank building that is now a hugely popular youth venue - named Project of the Year in the 2012 RICS East Awards. The Landscape Partnership has been appointed to design changes to the Heritage Triangle, including creation of ‘squares’ up Market Hill and into St Nicholas Street. These will provide areas where people can stop and enjoy the amazing array of historic buildings around them. The Landscape Partnership has worked on a number of prestigious urban realm projects including the memorial gardens in Norwich and InteGREAT in Great Yarmouth. Sheila King, project manager for the Diss Heritage Partnership said, “We’re confident that we’ve made an excellent choice with our design team. Not only have they the experience and creativity we need, they’re also local people with a great affection for Diss and enthusiasm for this transformational project”. The project team is also undertaking the historical research that will contribute to interpretation boards, exhibitions and more. Work includes investigating the evolution of the old town over the centuries, looking at the industries and people that helped create the landscape we see today. One of the most interesting facts is that the layout of the ‘Triangle’ is unchanged since the early 17th Century – many of the facades have been altered, and some buildings replaced altogether, but a Stuart resident would still find their way around the Triangle as they did almost five hundred years ago.
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Your Views Will you help develop a vision for Diss? Should Diss as a community be able to decide where new houses should go, what areas should be encouraged for employment, what happens to our town centre? Diss Town Council would be very interested in hearing your ideas. Would you like to be involved in the process? In March a working party was tasked to explore the feasibility of a Neighbourhood Development Plan for Diss with the possibility of linking with other parishes to provide a single Plan for the area. Neighbourhood Development Plans are an opportunity for local communities to have a real say over how their area should develop in the future. The Plan would be a legally binding planning document which all decisions about planning applications would have to be based on. It must be developed by the Diss community, although the Local Planning Authority has to be involved in the process to provide advice, to make sure it complies with national and other policies and to hold a referendum. However the very first step of the feasibility study
must begin with you the people of Diss. The question is simple, what in your view would make Diss a better place to live, for you, your family and friends. Please, don’t leave it to others. This is a great opportunity to have your thoughts and ideas heard. In the coming months there will be a number of events organised to allow everyone an opportunity to hear more about and contribute to the development of the Diss vision. If you would like more information, to make a comment or to be involved please contact Diss Town Council on towncouncil@diss.gov.uk; 01379 643848; drop in to the Council Offices at 11 Market Hill, Diss; keep up to date via our website or follow us on facebook and twitter.
New Windows for Diss Youth & Community Centre
As part of the ongoing improvement scheme for Diss Youth & Community Centre, new windows have been installed throughout the building. 4 Town Council News
The windows are double glazed and will improve the energy efficiency of the centre. Funding for the project has come from South Norfolk Council, the Big Lottery Fund and the Norfolk Community Fund. Since taking over the building from Norfolk County Council in 2011 the interior has been redecorated and with the new signage and windows the centre now has a fresh new look. Other work to be completed using the funding achieved include replacing the floor and lowering the ceiling in the main hall to reduce heating costs. A disabled access lift is to be installed in the rear of the building to enable alternative uses for the old showers area. The hall is hired out during the evening throughout the week, however there are some day time and Saturday afternoon slots available. Please contact Diss Town Council on 01379 643848 or email towncouncil@diss.gov.uk to discuss your requirements.
Introducing our New Councillor Ann Hughes Having been co-opted as a Councillor onto Diss Town Council in February this year, I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself. Born in Liverpool where I met and married my husband 35 years ago, we moved to the Isle of Wight in 1981 where we were fortunate to have two sons who later both attended the University of East Anglia. This was the first encounter we had with Norfolk. We moved to Diss last year having chosen it as one of the best places to live in Norfolk because it met all our requirements. We needed Railway links to allow us to see our Family and wanted a town that had a strong community spirit, where strangers wish each other a 'good morning' as they pass by. There were a couple of other Norfolk towns we had in mind, but on visiting Diss in May last year and walking around the Mere and the town centre we were sold. I attended both The Royal Anglian Regiment, Freedom of the Town parade and the Christmas Light Switch On celebrations in 2012. Both events were proof of a strong community spirit. I am aware that Community doesn’t just happen and I wanted to ensure Diss remains a town that people choose to make their home. Having emailed the Town Mayor asking how I might become involved in promoting and supporting the community, I was invited to consider standing for the Town Council to fill a vacancy. I was co-opted on to the Council in February and now sit on three committees: People and Performance, Tourism Leisure and Communities, and Highways. Last month I was appointed to become a member of a working party investigating the feasibility of a Neighbourhood Plan for Diss; this is a very exciting opportunity for the people of Diss to have a real say in what you want locally: what new shops, homes and community we want for our town. More information on the Neighbourhood Plan is included in this issue of Diss Matters. Working with my fellow Councillors, I will use my business experience and enthusiasm to provide a quality, accountable and valued service to our Community. All Council meetings are open to the public. You are most welcome to come along, a list of the meetings including the date; time and agenda is available in this magazine and on the Diss Website www.disscouncil.com/council-meetings. php or by contacting Diss Town Council on 01379 643848. I look forward to meeting you there or out and about in the community.
Diss Town Team Update The Town Team have been working quietly behind the scenes for past twelve months, looking at all the proposals that were put forward when it was preparing the bid for the Portas Pilots funding in March 2012. Using these proposals along with suggestions of its own, a business plan has been developed. Late last year, the Town Team secured ÂŁ10,000 with the support of Richard Bacon MP. Since then it has been working with South Norfolk Council (which holds the funds) to develop proposals that will deliver as much real benefit as it is possible to achieve with this amount of money. It is hoped to be able to start delivering on these proposals within the next couple of months. As soon as approval has been achieved, the full details will be made available through the media.
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Diss Museum – New Season
Children’s Play Areas
Diss Museum is now open again with a completely new set of displays.
South Norfolk Council are responsible for the majority of
The main exhibition is a history of the Corn Hall, plus Life Before Electricity, clay pipes, brushes from the Brush Factory and Lopham Linen and Weaving. The rare medal that the museum acquired at auc-
play areas located on housing estates in Diss which involves maintaining the equipment as well as keeping the areas clean and tidy. Minor works to refurbish the play areas in Scholars Walk, Sycamore Way and Egremont Road will start this month. However the play area in the Bellacre Close estate, off Victoria Road is in need of more costly repairs to bring it up to the required standard and South Norfolk Council
tion can be seen, with informa-
are seeking the views of residents in the estate and the
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surrounding area regarding the future of this play area.
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Initial feedback from some residents has indicated that
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few children use the play equipment at present. However
A wall display commemorates the 800th anniversary of the legendary murder of Matilda Fitz Walter by order of King
South Norfolk Council would like to know the views of the wider community on the two following options:
John who features on Diss Town sign in Mere's Mouth. The museum is open on Wednesday and Thursday after-
1. Refurbishment with similar equipment as at present.
noons, all day Friday and Saturday and Sunday afternoons
2. Removal of the play equipment and the site grassed.
from May. Please email your views to ghoward@s-norfolk.gov.uk or Admission is free although donations are very welcome.
phone 0808 1682000
South Norfolk Council - Take part in this year’s Your Neighbourhood Your Choice
On-Street Parking in Diss
South Norfolk Council has been improving the services that matter most to you in response to last year’s innovative scheme, Your Neighbourhood Your Choice, and they need your help again. Building on last year’s success, this year more than £800,000 of New Homes Bonus money is being allocated to help improve services in your neighbourhood. There are many ways you can get involved, from becoming a volunteer to helping deliver some of the improvements in your area, or simply by taking part in the survey regarding what you think is really important in your community. Your views really can make a difference – in response to last year’s survey, South Norfolk Council has been working with you to deliver projects such as the Handyperson Scheme, job clubs for young people and making our roads safer with Speed Awareness Machines (SAMs). So get involved and have your say on what services matter to you most in your community. For more details log on to www.south-norfolk.gov.uk/ neighbourhoods or call 0808 168 2000.
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Diss Town Council’s Highways Committee often receives complaints regarding problems caused by on-street parking in various locations around the town. However if there are no parking restrictions, ie yellow lines, in place no action can be taken by South Norfolk Council’s Civil Enforcement Officers who are now responsible for the enforcement of on-street parking restrictions. Examples of this could be where vehicles are parked on very narrow roads causing hold ups in the flow of traffic or close to junctions. Requests for new parking restrictions are dealt with by Norfolk County Council which has to put in place a legal Traffic Regulation Order before new restrictions become enforceable. This is a lengthy process taking up to two years and costs in the region of £2,000. The length of time it takes and the cost are the same regardless of however many changes to the existing Traffic Order are required so it makes sense to submit all suggestions for new parking restrictions for Diss in one go. A working group has been set up by the Highways Committee to gather information on the changes needed and they would like to hear from anyone who knows of particular areas which would benefit from the new parking restrictions or indeed the removal of existing yellow lines which are no longer appropriate. Please email: towncouncil@diss.gov.uk or write to the Town Clerk, Diss Town Council, 11 Market Hill Diss IP22 4JZ including as much information as possible about the problem and the location.
Diss Community Partnership to lead the way for Cittaslow
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he Diss Community Partnership (DCP) has come forward to take over responsibility from the Town Council for running projects and events under the Cittaslow branding ensuring that Diss will continue as a member of the internationally recognised movement of ‘slow towns’ i.e. slow food, good living, strong community and quality of life. The move follows a decision made at a special Council meeting on 30th January that the Town Council would not renew the annual Cittaslow membership subscription unless a group came forward to express an interest in working with the Town Council to promote Cittaslow in Diss. The Cittaslow movement started in Italy in 1999 with an aim to encourage towns to focus on the quality of life and everything local. Diss became a Cittaslow town in 2006 and since that time a number of projects and initiatives have been implemented in the town, made possible by a grant from the European led Leader + funds, which with matched funds totalled £146,000. The grant enabled the employment of a Cittaslow Coordinator who organised the delivery of a number of projects in the town including the installation of new Welcome to Diss boards in the Market Place and Park, a publicity leaflet and grants to many local community groups. It was hoped that the Co-ordinator would be able to find additional funding to continue this work but unfortunately no further funds were secured.
Following the end of the Leader + funded projects in 2008 the Town Council’s Tourism and Leisure Committee (formerly the Cittaslow Committee) have endeavoured to maintain the momentum of the Cittaslow movement in the town. However with very limited funds and a lack of volunteers coming forward to apply for grants and develop projects some Town Councillors questioned the advantages of being a Cittaslow town and whether the money spent on the annual subscription could be better used in other ways. At the special Council meeting called to discuss future Cittaslow membership there were a number of members of the public present in support of Diss continuing as a Cittaslow town. They spoke of the advantages of membership which was not just to encourage tourism but also to promote the Cittaslow principles of slow food, good living, strong community and quality of life. It was acknowledged that other Cittaslow towns had active groups to organise Cittaslow projects separate from the Council, and it was thought that this option could be the way forward for Diss. To assist with the transfer of responsibility the Town Council will pay the membership subscription for a further 12 months but, after this time liability for paying the fees will rest with the DCP. However the Town Council will work with the DCP to assist with projects and events as required. Anyone who would like to get involved should contact Jacob Ecclestone on 01379 644949 or email: ecclestones@btinternet.com
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Take Pride in Diss - The Big Clean up
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his year the big clean up weekend will be on 8th and 9th June in order to make the town sparkle in time for the biggest events in the town’s calendar, Proms in the Park and the Diss Carnival, on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June 2013. This year we hope to make the Big Clean up bigger and better and build upon the success of the event last year. All local businesses will be invited to participate in the Taking Pride in Diss window sticker campaign for 2013 and we will be introducing a “see it? report it!” scheme to encourage local people to report any problem areas where some extra TLC is needed. This will give us the opportunity focus on areas the community is concerned about over the big clean up weekend and inform the correct people of any areas that may need special attention in the future. The Take Pride in Diss campaign is aimed at improving
the quality of cleanliness of our lovely town. The Big Clean Up is our opportunity to tackle it together and target those areas that don’t always get regular attention. We are asking you as members of the community to come together with us and give a helping hand. We will be meeting at the Diss Youth and Community Centre in two shifts, the first from 10:00am -12:00pm and the second from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Refreshments will be provided for all volunteers and all we ask is you bring your gloves and get stuck in! If you would like any more information then please do not hesitate to contact us and look out for more information in the press and on the public notice boards throughout the town. We are also available online at www.disscouncil.com or join us on twitter using #takingprideindiss hashtag If you see anything you want to report please use the form below or use the ‘contact us’ link on the website.
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Cycling on Pavements – the rules Walking and cycling are healthy activities and good for the environment and most people obey the rules and are considerate to the needs of others. However we sometimes get reports of the problems caused to pedestrians by cyclists who ride on pavements and footpaths. This practice can be dangerous and distressing particularly to elderly and disabled people, young children, those with visual impairment and dog walkers. Most of us would not object to some exceptions, where elderly or young cyclists might be frightened to go on the roads in certain areas. It may be that people are unaware of the laws relating to cycling on pavements so here are the facts: riding a bicycle on a footway is illegal and incidents can be reported to the Police who have the power to issue Fixed Penalty Notices
or perpetrators can be prosecuted through the courts with a maximum fine of £500 plus liability for any damages caused. The rules relating to shared cycle/footways such as the one in Victoria Road require cyclists and pedestrians to keep to their side of the marked track. Cyclists should take care when passing pedestrians, especially children, elderly or disabled people, and allow them plenty of room and must always be prepared to slow down and stop if necessary. Cyclists who do not observe these rules could be prosecuted for inconsiderate or careless cycling with a maximum fine of £1,500. If you see anyone cycling in a reckless or anti-social manner on a footway these incidents should be reported to the Police on 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Winter Gritting in Diss Spring is here at last and as the weather gets warmer it can be hard to remember the long cold winter which brought weeks of snow and icy conditions making getting around on frozen pavements and roads very difficult for many people. Although Norfolk County Council are responsible for gritting roads it would be impossible, due to the time it would take and the cost involved, for all the 5965 miles of roads in Norfolk to be treated. Therefore resources are confined to the priority gritting routes covering A, B and some C class roads, commuter and major bus routes and as far as is possible one route into all villages. The County Council do not normally treat cycle ways or pavements, although those alongside the carriageway do benefit from some treatment overspill from the road. However, footways in the main shopping areas of Market Towns are sometimes treated during long periods of ice and snow where resources permit. As part of Diss Town Council’s Extreme Weather Policy, Town Council staff carry out gritting of some pedestrian
areas in the town centre such as Mere Street, Market Hill and the Market Place with the County Council providing the grit, however again because of the time, cost constraints and insufficient staff it is not possible to extend this to all estates and residential areas in the town. If you experienced particular problems with snow and ice in the road or estate where you live this winter it may be worth considering getting a grit bin for residents to use to keep the road and pavements clear. Grit bins have to be installed by the Town Council and must be sited in a position agreed by Norfolk County Council who will keep the bin filled. However the cost of the bins has to be met by local residents as the Town Council does not have a budget for providing grit bins in residential areas. Bins cost around £170 which can be more affordable if shared between a number of households in an estate. For more details on how to get prepared for the next big chill contact the Town Council on 01379 643848 or email towncouncil@diss.gov.uk
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APRIL - MAY 2013 Film
Arts Award Exhibition
- The Guardian Running time approx 60 mins. www.johnhegley.co.uk Saturday 11 May 2pm Tickets £5 / Children £3 (4+ yrs)
Dear Reader If you❛had any doubt that the very best art, theatre, music comedy and film is coming to Diss Corn Hall, you have only to look through this season’s programme to be convinced. Our musical highlights include an extraordinary treat for jazz fans when the sons of the legendary Dave Brubeck present Brubecks Play Brubeck, a musical celebration of their father.
Come and walk around the streets of our ‘Diss Appearing Triangle’; give us your thoughts on this area of our town; perhaps you will bid for one of the buildings in the secret auction? Alongside the model which we used as a set for some animated film making, you will see photographs of dancers, animals, emotions and murals, together with painting, poetry and sculpture from this enthusiastic group of young artists. 4 April - 28 May Box Office hours - 11am4pm Mon-Fri & 11am-2pm Sat. Free Music Film
The Master
The Roving Crows
Talking of international legends, we’re privileged to be showing the work of one of the titans of 20th century art, Henry Moore in an exhibition of 30 Years of Printmaking. In our usual full and varied programme of films, we have a number of Oscar winners – Argo (Best Picture), Silver Linings Playbook (Best Actress) and a host of others which received multiple Oscar nominations. Another exhibition not to be missed is the work of the Diss Corn Hall Arts Award group which will include perspectives of Diss as you’ve never seen it before!
Back to the Oscars, with this multi-nominated tour de force – a film about cults from the cult director of There Will Be Blood. Hoffman is The Master, a charismatic L Ron Hubbard figure who uses his crazy ‘healing powers’ on an alcoholic invalided out of the US Navy in 1945 (an equally powerful performance from Joaquin Phoenix – Johnny Cash in Walk the Line). Their mutual attraction makes for a brilliant, mysterious drama. Wednesday 1 May 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50 Comedy
A special treat in our line-up for our increasingly popular Saturday Club events will be the visit by the startlingly brilliant and funny poet John Hegley. These days Corn Hall shows quite often sell out, so make sure to book early if you don’t want to miss out.
Angela Sykes Diss Corn Hall Manager
The Stand-up Poetry Club – featuring Joel Stickley Join host Luke Wright (Latitude’s poetry programmer and resident Radio 4 wordsmith) for a night of witty verse featuring Joel Stickley, the Poet Laureate for Lincolnshire and the author of 100 Ways To Write Badly Well. His work has been featured on BBC One, Radio 4 and Channel 4 as well as at Glastonbury, the Edinburgh Fringe and the Cannes Film Festival. He is a member of critically-acclaimed poetry collective Aisle16, whose show Poetry Boyband was named Time Out Critics’ Choice of the Year 2005. Running time 2hrs. www.lukewright.com www.joelstickley.com Friday 3 May 8pm Tickets £8 / Students £6 The Saturday Club
John Hegley – Animal Alphaboat
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Performance poet John Hegley’s unique approach to poetry, dance and song will enchant children and adults with his genius and silliness in this interactive show for families. ‘(Animal Alphaboat is)... one of the ten best kids’ shows at the 2012 Edinburgh Festival’
Multi-award winning original folk-fusion outfit, The Roving Crows are fast becoming legendary for their high energy, their musicianship and their unrivalled ability to connect with their audiences. The Crows’ line-up boasts fiery fiddle playing, trumpet, guitar, drums and vocals and an irresistible blend of Celtic vibe and influences from jazz, ska, folk, klezmer and blues. Their impressive awards haul for 2012 includes Best Folk Act at the Exposure Music Awards and Top Celtic Rock Band and Top Fiddle Player at The Irish Music Awards. ‘Great party music... I love that band’ Paul O’Grady, BBC (April 2012) ‘Really individual Celtic folk rock group’ Mike Harding, BBC Radio 2 (Nov 2012) Running time 2hrs. www.rovingcrows.com Saturday 11 May 8pm Tickets £10 / Concessions £8 Film
Argo (15) Directed by Ben Affleck, 2012 USA, 120 minutes. With Ben Affleck, John Goodman, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin 1979. The American embassy in Iran is invaded by revolutionaries, but six employees manage to escape to the Canadian embassy. Enter Tony Mendez (Affleck) a CIA expert with a bizarre plan: posing as a film producer – complete with sci-fi script and production sketches – he’ll smuggle the six back to safety. Based on a true story, Argo combines nail-biting tension with Hollywood-inspired farce. Highly entertaining and seven Oscar nominations. Wednesday 22 May 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
JUNE 2013 An exhibition in Diss Corn Hall Gallery 1-29 June Box Office hours - 11am-4pm Mon-Fri & 11am-2pm Sat. Free Art
Henry Moore – 30 Years of Printmaking
SOON often overshadowed Callas the artist in the popular press. However, her influence was so enduring that, in 2006, Opera News wrote of her: “Nearly thirty years after her death, she’s still the definition of the diva as artist – and still one of classical music’s best-selling vocalists.” ‘There are no false notes in Anna Korwin’s superb performance... Unmissable’ What’s On in London ‘Astonishing...for an hour and a half La Divina lived again.’ Western Daily Press ‘A one woman tour de force which literally captivates the audience’ Putney and Wimbledon Times Running time 1hr 30 mins plus interval. Thursday 6 June 7.30pm Tickets £9 / Concessions £8 Film
Silver Linings Playbook (15)
and featuring Dave O’Higgins (saxophones) For over 50 years, Dave Brubeck was a giant of American jazz, exciting millions of fans with his inimitable improvisation and rhythms. In the 70s and 80s his sons Darius, Chris and Dan – all fine musicians in their own right – recorded and toured worldwide with Dave as Two Generations of Brubeck and The New Brubeck Quartet. Now, following the death of their father in December last year, they have come together to play the music that made him a legend of modern jazz. With special guest saxophonist Dave O’Higgins, this extraordinary evening of music will include Brubeck classics like Take Five and Blue Rondo a La Turk, as well as a few of their own popular compositions. Running time 2hrs 10 mins incl interval. Saturday 22 June 7.30pm Tickets £19
One of the greatest sculptors of 20th century, Henry Moore was an active printmaker for most of his career. This exhibition brings together etchings and lithographs from the last 30 years of his career. Although they explore his familiar themes of the reclining figure and the mother and child, there are some unexpected aspects of his work – including illustrations of the Prometheus myth from the 50s to images of sheep around his Hertfordshire home in the 1970s. Evening viewing Wednesday 5 June 6-7.45pm David Case, formerly a director of Marlborough Fine Art and a leading expert on Henry Moore prints, will give a brief introduction to the exhibition at 7pm.
Dixey Rucelli and her dancers bring the passionate and vibrant Flamenco dance to the Corn Hall this summer. Accompanied by expert musicians including top classical Indian singer Rajesh, whose voice compliments the Flamenca music with soaring and effortless vocals, this will be an authentic and dynamic show for all lovers of dance. Friday 5 July 8pm £10 / Concessions £8
An Evening with Helen Fraser An entertaining miscellany of fascinating memories and music from stage and screen by the actress who co-starred with Tom Courtenay in Billy Liar, appeared in television series like The Likely Lads, One Foot in the Grave and Bad Girls and has trodden the boards at the National Theatre and in the West End. Sunday 28 July 7.30pm £10 / Concessions £9
Finding Alice
Directed by David O Russell, USA, 122 minutes. With Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro Russell’s dark, quirky comedy casts Cooper as a bipolar ex-teacher adapting to life after psychiatric hospital. Desperately trying to rekindle his relationship with his wife, he meets a girl (Lawrence) with problems of her own who offers to help, but only if he helps her in return. As their love/hate deal plays out, a bond forms between them. Intelligent and sparky performances, and an Oscar contender.
Film
Sightseers (15)
Tucked In Promotions present The Golden Cowpat
Theatre
Callas
Something is shimmering and shining in the far corner of the cow field on Hector’s rundown farm. Something that leads Hector and his naughtiest cow, Betty, on an adventure across the magical land of Mandari... Come on a journey with award-winning Tucked In for an amusing and moving tale of temptation, greed and friendship. Join in with catchy songs, bid for a Golden Cowpat in a hilarious auction and even choose the story’s ending! Running time approx 1hr. www.tuckedin.org.uk Saturday 15 June 2pm Tickets £5 / Children £3 (4+ yrs) Music
Brubecks Play Brubeck With Darius Brubeck (piano), Chris Brubeck (trombone & bass), Dan Brubeck (drums)
A fun-packed family show based on the Lewis Carroll books. With music, sing-along-songs, plenty of audience interaction and the characters we all know and love! Thursday 8 August 2pm £7 / Children £5 (2-10yrs)
Lady Windermere’s Fan DOT Productions present Oscar Wilde’s comic thriller packed with intrigue, jealousy and brilliant oneliners.
Wednesday 12 June 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50 The Saturday Club
By Jean-Yves Picq, Directed by Richard Digby Day A sensitive and candid portrayal of the legendary opera singer, Maria Callas, based exclusively on interviews given by her throughout her life. Born in New York of Greek parentage, Callas first established herself as an exceptional singer in Italy, and went on to win worldwide acclaim. Her search for perfection, her unique vocal prowess and acting genius led her to be dubbed “La Divina”. Her dramatic life and personal tragedy have
Zambra Flamenca
Directed by Ben Wheatley, 2012, UK, 90 minutes With Alice Lowe, Steve Oram, Eileen Davies The term black comedy doesn’t quite do justice to a glorious film – with traces of Mike Leigh and Alan Bennett – that somehow manages to send up psychopathy. Macabre, violent, hilarious: this unlikely critical success features a couple on a homicidal caravan tour of Northern English tourist attractions. Their new relationship flourishes, but at what cost? Wednesday 26 June 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50 Music
The Bootleg Shadows In aid of the East Anglian Air Ambulance A unique tribute concert that encompasses The Shadows amazing career from 1960 up until the early 80s and includes their fantastic hits such as: Foot Tapper, Apache, Wonderful Land and many more. Running time approx 2hrs. Saturday 29 June 7.30pm Tickets £15 / Concessions £14
Thursday 8 August 7.30pm £12 / Concessions £10
Vicar of Dibley The Seagull Rep are back, this time with an adaptation of the Dawn French sitcom and featuring the episodes The Arrival, Songs of Praise and The Easter Bunny. Perfect summer fun for all the family. Thursday 22 August 7.30pm £10 / Concessions £9
Austen’s Women Dyad Productions. Lizzy Bennet, Emma Woodhouse and Marianne Dashwood are brought to life in this brilliant and illuminating one-woman show. “A startling feat of performance, portrayal, writing and direction... strongly recommended” Fringe Review Thursday 5 September 7.30pm £11 / Concessions £10
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Meeting Dates All members of the public are welcome to attend all meetings of the Town Council which are held at Diss Corn Hall. Because the Council Chamber is not yet fully accessible, we will be happy to move the venue of the meeting to accommodate the needs of those with mobility problems with advance notice. Full details of meetings and agendas for discussion are available from the Town Clerk and are published on the public noticeboard outside the Council Offices five days in advance of the meeting.
APR Policy & Finance Committee Meets at 7.15pm
17th
Tourism, Leisure & Communities Amenities & Properties Committee
3rd 17th
Highways Committee People & Performance Times 4.30pm
5th 1th 15th
5th 19th
OCT
NOV
11th
16th
27th
7th 3rd 17th
4th 18th
7th
12th special
DEC
JAN
6th 2nd 2rd 16th
25th
10th 15th
Meets at 7.15pm
SEP
4th
24th
10th
Full Council
AUG
3rd
22nd
Meets at 2.00pm
JUL
19th
3rd
Meets at 7.15pm
Meets at 6.30pm & 6.00pm bi-monthly
JUN
1st
Meets at 4.30pm
Planning Committee
MAY
8th 4th
6th 20th
4th 11th
8th 22nd
27th
29th
9th
17th
18th
15th 20th
11th special
22th
These dates may be subject to change please check the Town Council Notice Board, website www.disscouncil.com or phone 01379 643848 If you have any issues that you would like raised at a meeting of the Town Council or one of its Committees, please contact one of your local Town Councillors (details below). For matters relating to South Norfolk District Council (based at Long Stratton), please contact your local District Councillor and for County Council matters (based at County Hall, Norwich), please contact your local County Councillor. If you need assistance, the staff at the Town Council Offices will be happy to direct you to the appropriate elected Councillor.
Contact details
For full details on who’s who at Diss Town Council, please visit our website www.diss.gov.uk or contact the Council Offices
Town Councillors’ Contact Details NAME
ROLE
ADDRESS
Bardwell, Mike
Policy & Finance (C)
120 Prospect Cottages, Shelfanger Road, Diss IP22 4DX 651343
TEL NO
EMAIL ADDRESS mike@bikerbardy.plus.com
Dewhurst, Elizabeth
Highways (VC)
17 Riverside Maltings, Diss IP22 4RA
641480
edewhurst@gmail.com
Howard, Neil
Deputy Mayor, Amen & Prop (C), Tourism, L&C (C)
58 Field House Gardens, Diss IP22 4PH
643699
neil@nhoward58.wanadoo.co.uk
Hughes, Ann
11 Winsor Court, Diss, IP22 4UG
641749
ann.hughes@btinternet.com
Kiddie, Keith
17 Walcot Road, Diss IP22 4DB
644750
keithkiddie@gmail.com
Kitchen, Adrian
14 Roydon Road, Diss IP22 4LW
642468
adrian_kitchen@hotmail.com
Mason, Julian
People & Peformance (C)
25 Lord Road, Diss IP22 4JA
642446
julian_mason@btinternet.com
Minshull, Graham
Town Mayor, Policy & Finance (VC)
13 Thomas Manning Road, Diss IP22 4HL
640179
towncouncil@diss.gov.uk
Olander, Simon
Planning (C), Highways (C)
5 Sycamore Way, Diss IP22 4ZD
641007
olander007@aol.com
Palmer, Anthony
8 Gainsborough Avenue, Diss IP22 4YR
640925
TonyPalmer6@aol.com
Pilsbury-Gaunt, Oliver
Tourism, Leisure & Communities (VC)
16 Sycamore Way, Diss IP22 4ZD
641308
oliverpilsburygaunt@gmail.com
Rackham, Harold
Amenities & Properties (VC)
Repton, Denmark Lane, Roydon IP22 4BL
308348
haroldrackham@talktalk.net
15 Victory Court, Diss IP22 4GN
643935
kwalker15@hotmail.co.uk
Walker, Kyle
District Councillors’ Contact Details for Diss Kiddie, Keith
District Councillor
17 Walcot Road, Diss IP22 4DB
644750
keithkiddie@s-norfolk.gov.uk
Palmer, Tony
District Councillor
8 Gainsborough Avenue, Diss IP22 4YR
640925
tpalmer@s-norfolk.gov.uk
Walden, Glyn
District Councillor
6 Walcot Rise, Diss IP22 4PD
644013
gwalden@s-norfolk.gov.uk
4, The Old Coaching Place, Diss IP22 4NR
642740
jennifer.chamberlin@norfolk.gov.uk
County Councillor’s Contact Details for Diss Chamberlin, Jenny
County Councillor Web Blog: www.jennychamberlin.wordpress.com
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