And young writers from primary schools in Fylingdales and Helmsley won joint first prizes in a story writing competition.
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| Music competition winner Richard Bracknall |
has gained a nation-wide reputation for its live-event and film programmes, which has grown over time. The venue, which has a 140-seat auditorium and 40-seat studio/exhibition space, has provided film screenings, live music, theatre performances, comedy clubs, art exhibitions and workshops/classes to tens of thousands of people since opening its doors.
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Friday, 30 November 2012
Helmsley School winner in National Park competition
A Guisborough sixth former won a prestigious musical composition contest last night (November 28) at an event celebrating the National Park’s 60th birthday.
And young writers from primary schools in Fylingdales and Helmsley won joint first prizes in a story writing competition.
The National Park asked the budding composers and authors to create pieces of work inspired by the North York Moors.
And young writers from primary schools in Fylingdales and Helmsley won joint first prizes in a story writing competition.
Friday, 5 October 2012
Local authour Ian Johnson talks about his first novel 'The Witcher Keys'
In the wonderful Lion Inn atop the North York Moors local author Ian Johnson describes the remarkable background to his first novel 'The Witcher Keys'.
Ian, who is also a construction manager, was working on an old house that tenants had repeatedly quit complaining the house made them feel ill. Looking into what the problem might be led Ian to uncover ..... well.... let's let Ian tell the story:
The novel is published by The Book Guild on October 25th and, as Ian says in the film, there will be a launch at the Lion Inn next month.
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Ian, who is also a construction manager, was working on an old house that tenants had repeatedly quit complaining the house made them feel ill. Looking into what the problem might be led Ian to uncover ..... well.... let's let Ian tell the story:
Sunday, 6 February 2011
West Yorkshire Playhouse seeks 21 new writers
New writing and West Yorkshire Playhouse have always been synonymous with one another. This year, successful course So You Want to be a Writer?, returns and to celebrate the Playhouse’s 21st Birthday, 21 people from across Yorkshire, who share a passion for writing will be able to take part in this free course, meet like minded people and be inspired and challenged. The deadline for applications is Friday 11 February.
This free course has been developed and co-ordinated by West Yorkshire Playhouse to encourage everyone with a passion for writing, regardless of experience, to explore and develop their talent. A series of workshops will be held at the theatre, where writers will have the opportunity to gain some invaluable advice from one of Leeds’ most successful writers Mark Catley among others. The course will run from 7 March – 9 May with a showcase of work on Thursday 21 April.
All aspiring writers should apply. Applicants must submit a one page letter describing themselves, why they want to write and why they want to join. Applications must be no more than a single sheet of A4 paper - the deadline is 11 February. Applications are to be sent, via post, to Alex Chisholm, Associate Director (Literary), West Yorkshire Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7UP.
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