100% Norfolk

A show about the population of Norfolk… starring the population of Norfolk.  And you could be part of it!

We’re on the hunt for 100 men, women and children from across Norfolk to take part in performances of 100% Norfolk during the 2012 Norfolk & Norwich Festival.  But we’re not looking for just any 100 people.

Together, they need to be as representative of the county’s total population of 862,000 as possible. So, with 51% of the county’s population being female, we need to find 51 women and girls to take part. Other criteria will include age, location and place of birth, so by the time we’ve found our cast of 100, it will accurately represent the make-up of the entire population of Norfolk.

As well as individuals, we are also interested in groups or clubs taking part together. It will be a great opportunity for you to share your particular interest or skill and don’t worry you do not need to have experience of being on stage either.

The 100% Norfolk cast will then come together to create a unique show, combining personal stories and revealing insights into what it’s like to live in Norfolk in 2012. A must for anyone who loves the place they call home, 100% Norfolk will be an illuminating and uplifting celebration of our county and our people.

If you or your group are interested in taking part or if you would like anymore information then please contact 100percent@nnfestival.org.uk  or 01603 8777765

Louise Dennison
Project Manager, Participation & Engagement
Norfolk & Norwich Festival

Bolshoi Symphony Orchestra at Hippodrome

Wednesday 11th May is a big day for Great Yarmouth and the Norfolk and Norwich Festival as in the evening there will a wonderful performance from one of Eastern Europe’s great orchestras, the Bolshoi Symphony Orchestra, performing three Russian masterpieces at the historic Hippodrome at 7.30pm as part of the programme. For tickets please contact the Norfolk and Norwich Festival on 01603 766400 or book online at www.nnfestival.org.uk/nnf11

Also on Wednesday 11th May SeaChange Arts presents Gramoulinophone by French Street Arts Company 2 Rien Merci as part of the Norfolk and Norwich Festival 2011 programme. Since its creation in 1999, the company have explored the odd world of clown-like language as they combine the traditions of street arts and contemporary circus.

Inside a beautiful yurt tent, three mysterious characters perform contemporary circus tricks and physical comedy with a few surprises thrown in! Come and discover the secret of the Gramoulinophone in Great Yarmouth Market place at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 5pm. Entry to the show is free but there is limited seating inside the tent so make sure you arrive at least 10 minutes before the show to get your tickets.

“Gramoulinophone is a unique and comedic show and we are very excited to host it in Great Yarmouth as part of the Norfolk and Norwich festival programme,” said Joe Mackintosh, Chief Executive of SeaChange Arts. “This is the beginning of a long term relationship with the Norfolk and Norwich festival where we will work in partnership to promote high quality art outdoor arts, with a particular focus on street arts and circus, across the county.”

Norfolk and Norwich Festival

What a shame that there are no N&N Festival events taking place in Great Yarmouth this year!  Last year there was an early music recital in the Elizabethan House Museum which was an absolute delight, and previously there has been an event at the Hippodrome. 

The Festival brochure is now out and there’s lots to tempt one into Norwich, but I still think it is very disappointing not to have anything happening in Great Yarmouth.  The Festival takes place between 7th and 22nd May -go to  www.nnf10.org.uk for a programme and information.