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18th - 20th September 2015

The 2015 LAF Team, led by myself, have now had time to sit down and evaluate the 2015 Lindfield Arts Festival.

With a small team and despite no dedicated artistic director, we can say that this year's contained Festival was a resounding success in more ways than one. We have had consistently good feedback from those connected to the Festival, performers and local residents, most of whom attended. There was a varied, exciting programme which, with the back drop of Lindfield's iconic High Street, showcased local talented actors, musicians, dancers, authors, artists and more.

Once again Lindfield Arts Festival is very grateful to their commercial sponsors particularly Barratt Homes, the charity support from local Rotary groups, Lindfield Preservation Society and The Comber Trust, local District and Parish Councils' grant funding, Friends of the Festival and local traders that enabled the Festival to go ahead by providing the necessary financial support.

In practical terms, there are a host of thank-you's to be offered to the army of volunteers including the hard-working Team LAF 2015 for their practical help before, during and after the Festival days' events. We were delighted that the Lindfield Bonfire Society were able to provide much needed refreshments for the record number of people attending the Arts & Crafts displayed in the King Edward Hall.

We very much appreciated your support this year, and hope that we can look forward to your continued interest for the 2016 Lindfield Art Festival.

Yours sincerely

Geoff Heath

Chairman of the Trustees

The Team LAF 2015 will be dressing the village High Street. Bunting, signage and posters will be appearing down the High Street.

The Butcher, King Edward Hall and the Junction all have the big banners advertising the Lindfield Arts Festival.

Preparations are all in hand for Saturday and Sunday's festivities. Not forgetting the Comedy Night in the Bent Arms on Friday night.

Come along and see us. Your Arts, Your Village and we need you.

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SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

TIME

VENUE

PERFORMER

TITLE

DETAILS

11.00-12.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Cavan Wood

Sir John Betjeman

Readings from Sir John Betjeman's poetry

12.00-13.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Cavan Wood

Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Exploring the life of German theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer who was involved in the plot to kill Hitler, using his letters, poems and writings

 

Sir John Betjeman

Sir John Betjeman, CBE (28 August 1906 – 19 May 1984) was an English poet, writer, and broadcaster who described himself in Who's Who as a "poet and hack". He was Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1972 until his death.

He was a founding member of the Victorian Society and a passionate defender of Victorian architecture. He began his career as a journalist and ended it as one of the most popular British Poets Laureate and a much-loved figure on British television.

Betjeman's poems are often humorous, and in broadcasting he exploited his bumbling and fogeyish image. His wryly comic verse is accessible and has attracted a great following for its satirical and observant grace. Auden said in his introduction to Slick But Not Streamlined, "so at home with the provincial gaslit towns, the seaside lodgings, the bicycle, the harmonium." His poetry is similarly redolent of time and place, continually seeking out intimations of the eternal in the manifestly ordinary. There are constant evocations of the physical chaff and clutter that accumulates in everyday life, the miscellanea of an England now gone but not beyond the reach of living memory.

Cavan Wood has been a Head of RE since 1993. He has written textbooks for Heinemann on Judaism and Buddhism as well as for the Think RE series. He is a regular contributor to Secondary Assembly File and a reader in the Church of England.

Tickets are free, however, tickets are allocated due to limitations on seating capacity. Please register your place below.

top endTeam LAF 2015 are getting very excited.  There are only a couple more days to go before the sixth [yes Sixth] Lindfield Arts Festival kicks off.

Each year has had a different theme and focus and this year proves no exception. The High Street will feature prominently on Saturday as a backdrop to local performers.  Listen out for the church bell peals to open the Festival.

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We're starting off with the Comedy Night and after a good night's rest will prepare Lindfield High Street for its traffic free day of fun and frolics.  The Plays will be one of the main features but don't forget the workshops happening around the Village and the activities, performances and art and craft displays.

Sunday has the Barefoot Players in the Lindfield Primary School performing their 'Little Women' whilst there will be a band playing in the Stand Up to round the Festival off.

Sue PearsonSaturday and Sunday in the King Edward Hall have a wonderful exhibition of Arts and Crafts.  Surely there'll be something for everyone and it's not too early to shop for Christmas is it?

Lots for everyone to see and do - join us. enquiries@lindfieldartfestival.com 

 

SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

TIME

VENUE

PERFORMER

TITLE

DETAILS

10.00-10.30

United Reform Church

Blackthorns School Choir

The children from Blackthorns will be singing a variety a songs including a selection from Mary Poppins. We welcome all to come and sing along with us or enjoy listening to the children.

10.00-11.00

Barratt Homes, Sales Office, Heathwood Park

Homesmiths

Children Design Workshop

An exciting workshop for children to come and explore the world of interior design

10.00-11.00

Peter Voigt, Lindfield High Street

Peter Voight Ltd

Introduction to Violin Restoration

Here is a chance to learn the skills required to repair violins

11.00 – 11.10

All Saints Church

The Ballard of Friar Tuck

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

11.20 – 11.30

Outside Osbourne Cottage

Perfect Shadows

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

11.30-12.30

Barratt Homes, Sales Office, Heathwood Park

Homesmiths

Children Design Workshop

An exciting workshop for children to come and explore the world of interior design

11.30-12.30

Limes Restaurant

Daisy White

All About You

Bring your book, whether it is a first draft, or a complete paperback to discuss marketing/agents/PR and publishing in a personal one-to-one with Daisy

11.40 - 11.50

The Toll House

Look Away

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

12.00-13.00

The Bent Arms Garden

African Drummers

A lively performance by the Lindfield based African Drumming Group

12.00-13.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Cavan Wood

Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Exploring the life of German theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer who was involved in the plot to kill Hitler, using his letters, poems and writings

12.00 - 12.10

The Stand Up Inn

Mr Dickens

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

13.00-14.00

Paolinos

African Drummers

A lively performance by the Lindfield based African Drumming Group

13.00-14.00

United Reform Church

Ensemble Reza

Concert

Come and join the popular Ensemble Reza for a short concert of music from around the world.  Our tantalising programme of music will have you dancing to Argentinian Tangos and Viennese Waltzes as well as relaxing to other beautiful melodies from across the world.  Introduced by the charismatic music director Pavlos Carvalho this is a concert not to be missed.  

13.30-14.30

Barratt Homes, Sales Office, Heathwood Park

Homesmiths

Interior Design Session for children

An exciting workshop for children to come and explore the world of interior design. This workshop is now cancelled

14.00-14.30

Limes

Daisy White

The Author ‘A-Z’

A light hearted presentation by Daisy on the things that matter to authors and how to cope with them!

14.00-15.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Margaret Nicolle and Linda Grace

A Women Living in the Shadow of the Second World War: Helana Hall’s Journal from the Home Front

A presentation about Helena Hall’s life during the Second World War

14.00-14.30

Outside the Red Lion

Dance2Tone

Popsteps performance

Exciting and unique dance performances by local school children

14.00-15.00

Peter Voight, Lindfield High Street

Peter Voight Ltd

Introduction to Violin Restoration

Here is a chance to learn the skills required to repair violins

14.30 -14.40

All Saints Church

The Ballard of Friar Tuck

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

14.30-15.30

William Allen Hall, Lindfield Primary School

Point4

Drama and Dance Workshop

Take part in a ‘Point4’ drama and dance workshop for 5-10 year olds as we explore musical villains! Mwah ha ha ha!

14.30-15.30

Upstairs Room, Bent Arms

SK Dance

Burlesque Workshop

SK Dance teaches women the art of burlesque by learning a dance routine whilst using props and embracing your inner diva! (Ladies over 18 only)

14.30-15.30

Outside Lindfield Medical Centre

Lindfield History Project Group

History of Lindfield

A group guided walk exploring the history of Lindfield

14.50 - 15.00

Outside Osborne Cottage

Perfect Shadows

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

15.00-16.00

Community Hall, Lindfield Primary School

African Drumming Workshop

An introduction to African drumming. Cost £5.00. (14 years+)

15.00-16.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Margaret Nicolle and Linda Grace

A Woman Living in the Shadow of the Second World War: Who was Helena Hall? Come and meet the authors and find out more

An informal opportunity for people to come and chat to the authors, look at the display about Helena Hall and her work and buy the book

15.00-16.00

Barratt Homes, Sales Office, Heathwood Park

Homesmiths

Interior Design Session for children

An exciting workshop for children to come and explore the world of interior design. This workshop is now cancelled

15.00-16.00

United Reform Church

in Choir

inChoir is a singing group which members join just for the sheer joy of singing who will perform songs from the last couple of years charts alongside a song celebrating its fiftieth birthday - plus anything in between  

15.10 – 15.20

The Toll House

Look Away

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

15.30 – 15.40

The Stand Up Inn

Mr Dickens

Lindfield Promenade Plays – watch out for the actors

15.30-16.30

Upstairs Room, Bent Arms

SK Dance

Burlesque Workshop

SK Dance teaches women the art of burlesque by learning a dance routine whilst using props and embracing your inner diva! (Ladies over 18 only)

15.30-16.30

Limes Restaurant

Daisy White

All About You

Bring your book, whether it is a first draft, or a complete paperback to discuss marketing/agents/PR and publishing in a personal one-to-one with Daisy

15.30-16.30

William Allen Hall, Lindfield Primary School

Point4

Drama and Dance Workshop

Take part in a ‘Point4’ drama and dance workshop for 10-14 year olds as we explore musical villains! Mwah ha ha ha!

16.00-17.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Sue Russel

How to write a Thriller

Talk providing potential authors a few pointers in the direction and to help them avoid the most common pitfalls

16.30-18.00

Stand Up

Same Day

Live music from this 5 piece alternative indie rock band based in Brighton known for their exciting "rocket fuelled" live performances with dynamically booming melodies, riffs and lyrics

20.00-21.00

All Saints Church

Mid Sussex-Sinfonia

A classical concert with amazing performances of some popular and well-known music

Tickets £10.00 Concessions £5.00

On sale from Carousel Music & SWALK

20.00-22.00

The Bent Arms

Vinyl Capris

Update: Unfortunately, Vinyl Capris are no longer able to join us for the Arts Festival. 

SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER – ALL DAY

TIME

VENUE

PERFORMER

TITLE

DETAILS

10.00-17.00

The Stable, Tiger Rooms

Laura Morgan

Alex Wilson Memorial Exhibition

A memorial exhibition of Alex Wilson's abstract art to support and promote Dementia UK.

10.00-16.30

All Saints Church

Lego Exhibition

A Lego exhibition of bible stories and create your own model to promote in order to support the refurbishment of All Saint’s church bells

10.00-16.30

Tiger Lounge, Tiger Rooms

Art and Craft Activities for Children

Drop in sessions for various art and craft activities for children

10.00-16.30

Full Spectrum

Full Spectrum

Kirlian Hand Aura Photography

Have your hands photographed and analysed. Drop in sessions for ages 10 and over.

11.00-17.00

King Edward Hall

Various

Arts & Crafts Fayre, Womens Institute and David Hill's Photographic Exhibition

Talent local artists and crafts people showcasing their work

This event has been kindly sponsored by Lindfield Chiropractic Centre

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SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

TIME

VENUE

PERFORMER

TITLE

DETAILS

16.00-17.00

The Crypt, Tiger Rooms

Sue Parussel

How to write a Thriller

Talk providing potential authors a few pointers in the direction and to help them avoid the most common pitfalls

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Karla Forbes first began writing books when she was twelve years old. Heavily influenced by Ian Fleming, she wrote about guns, fast cars and spies. Naturally, she knew nothing of her chosen subject and was forced to use her imagination to make it up as she went along. These books, half a dozen in total, ended up being thrown out with the rubbish. Several years later, she dabbled in a futuristic sitcom and a full length horror story. Although both of these efforts were also consigned to literary oblivion, at least no one could have accused her of being in a genre rut.

She began writing properly more than ten years ago and her first book, The Preacher was published on Amazon in July 2011. Twelve books in total are available to download from the Amazon kindle book store. Other books will follow at regular intervals. She writes about ordinary people who find themselves in extraordinary situations and she aims for unusual but scarily believable plots, often with a surprising twist.

She lives in Haywards Heath with her husband and bull mastiff and has discovered that the secret of keeping them both happy is regular meals, praise and affection. They split their time between the UK and Germany where their favourite haunts are the Harz mountains and Bavaria.

Tickets are free, however, tickets are allocated due to limitations on seating capacity. Please register your place below.

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SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

TIME

VENUE

PERFORMER

TITLE

DETAILS

14.00-15.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Margaret Nicolle and Linda Grace

A Women Living in the Shadow of the Second World War: Helana Hall’s Journal from the Home Front

A presentation about Helena Hall’s life during the Second World War - Sponsored by Masters & Son 

15.00-16.00

Tiger Hall, Tiger Rooms

Margaret Nicolle and Linda Grace

A Woman Living in the Shadow of the Second World War: Who was Helena Hall? Come and meet the authors and find out more

An informal opportunity for people to come and chat to the authors, look at the display about Helena Hall and her work and buy the book - Sponsored by Masters & Son 

 

A Woman Living in the Shadow of the Second World War: Helena Hall's Journal from the Home Front. Edited by Linda Grace & Margaret Nicolle.

Miss Helena Hall lived in the village of Lindfield, which was in East Sussex until local government reorganisation in 1974. She was sixty six years old when World War Two started. She was a skilled artist, flag maker and embroiderer before moving to Lindfield in 1920, where she continued these crafts and became involved in many aspects of village life, including being librarian and member of Women's Institute, Bonfire Society, Horticultural Society and amateur dramatics.

Sunday 20th September

Lindfield sign

TIME

VENUE

PERFORMER

TITLE

DETAILS

15.00-16.00

William Allen Hall

Lindfield Primary School

Tim Stanton

Lindfield Soldiers at the first big push - Battle of Loos, September 1915

Talk featuring a number of soldiers from the Lindfield/Haywards Heath area

Daisy White

SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

TIME

VENUE

PERFORMER

TITLE

DETAILS

11.30-12.30

Limes Restaurant

Daisy White

All About You

Bring your book, whether it is a first draft, or a complete paperback to discuss marketing/agents/PR and publishing in a personal one-to-one with Daisy

14.00-14.30

Limes Restaurant

Daisy White

The Author ‘A-Z’

A light hearted presentation by Daisy on the things that matter to authors and how to cope with them!

15.30-16.30

Limes Restaurant

Daisy White

All About You

Bring your book, whether it is a first draft, or a complete paperback to discuss marketing/agents/PR and publishing in a personal one-to-one with Daisy

Please book your place on one of the sessions using the form below or from SWALK on Lindfield High Street.