OLYMPIADTHE FELSTED

Sporting and Cultural Events � January – July 2012

A unique programme ofprofessional and school events to celebrate the Olympic year. We look forward to welcoming you to Felsted.

“Living the Olympic and Paralympic Values”

Lord Sebastian Coe, KBEChair of the London 2012 Organising Committee

A unique programme ofprofessional and school events to celebrate the Olympic year. We look forward to welcoming you to Felsted.

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SPONSORSHIP

We are delighted to announce that The Felsted Olympiadwill be sponsored by Woop Studios.

Woop is a collective of four friends who share a fascinationwith graphics, collective nouns, words and images. Two of the team, Mira Mina and Eduardo Lima have spent the lastdecade as graphic designers on the Harry Potter films. You may already be familiar with some of their creations such asthe Marauders Map and The Daily Prophet along withhundreds of other graphic props seen in all the films. Theother Woop founders are Harriet Logan and Mark Faulknerwho are both parents of children here at Felsted.

Woop has a fantastic online gallery where original limitededition prints are available to purchase framed or unframed – www.woopstudios.com. Since its foundation Woop has made a commitment to education and philanthropy.

Woop’s debut book “A Zeal of Zebras” brings a colourful andeducational alphabet to life and for adults and children alike– whilst their forthcoming A–Z Flash Cards feature beautifulimages for the younger, more “aspirational” reader. On thecharity front we draw particular attention to the work they are doing with The London Zoo to raise money for the 300Sumatran Tigers left living in the wild.

MUSIC

Neil Hannon of The Divine ComedyFriday 24 February: 7.30pm

Grignon Hall Tickets: £15

Come and enjoy this well-known artistNeil Hannon, from the pop band TheDivine Comedy.The band hasreleased tenstudio albums

since the 1980s, including the recentalbum Bang Goes the Knighthood.Their single National Express was atop ten hit. Neil has written themusic for a new musical theatreproduction of Swallows andAmazons which is currently on amajor national tour.

World Cultural CelebrationMusic and dance from around the world

Sunday 22 January7.00–9.00pmJazz and refreshments from 6.00pm

Lord Riche Hall

Audience Tickets: £10

Zimbe!, a brilliant fusionof traditional African songand jazz will be performedby the Felsted choirs andsingers from the Felstedcommunity. ComposerAlexander L’Estrange, whowill be present on thenight, has chosen songsfrom all over Africa and arranged them wonderfully withthe instruments of the jazz ensemble.

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Julian Lloyd Webber Cello recitalFriday 2 March: 7.30pmGrignon Hall

Tickets: £15

Son of the composerWilliam Lloyd Webberand brother of AndrewLloyd Webber, music isin the bones of thisbrilliant cellist. Comeand enjoy the maestro inaction, playing theBarjansky Stradivariuscello, dated c.1690.

“It would be difficult to find better performancesof this kind of repertoire anywhere on records oftoday or yesterday or tomorrow.” GRAMOPHONE

Swing into SpringAn Olympic extravaganza!

Saturday 3 March7.00pmRoss Hall Tickets: £12.50

Swing into Spring is a wonderfulevening of Jazz, Swing and World

Music performed by our very own talented Felsted PreparatorySchool pupils. Seating is informal but you may book tables often. Refreshments can be purchased from the bar.

Sinking of the TitanicA Combined Art and Music Multi-Media Installation

Monday 5 – Saturday 10 March9.00am–6.00pm FREE admission

Felsted Music School

A combined light and music multi-mediainstallation commemorating the centenary ofthe sinking of the Titanic. This exhibition, bysenior school pupils, will be on view for youto enjoy for one week only.

St John PassionJ S Bach’s Passion Story

Friday 16 & Saturday 17 MarchFelsted Chapel (Friday)

St Mary’s Church, Maldon (Saturday)

7.30pm Tickets: £10

The Felsted Orchestra and CombinedChoirs will perform this powerful and profound musical setting of thePassion Story.

DRAMAFelsted Preparatory School presents

High School MusicalPerformed by Year 7 and 8 pupils Directed by Tony Harries

Tuesday 31 January, Thursday 2& Friday 3 February: 7.00pmRoss Hall FREE admission

A story of thwarted love, basketballand baking, as Troy and Gabriellaattempt to find love despite the bestefforts of their friends to keep themapart.

Opera on a Summer's EveningSaturday 7 July: 7.30pmGrignon Hall Tickets: £15Picnics from 6.00 pm, performance from 7.30pm

Pack your hamper and enjoy a picnic on the stunning GrignonHall lawn – gazebos and extravagance are encouraged! Theevening will include a performance of Gilbert & Sullivan’s‘Trial by Jury’ and Operatic Arias by Felsted School pupils andprofessional singers. An all day workshop is taking place onFriday 6 July – if anyone is interested in taking part pleasecontact Mr James Lowry, Director of Music on jdl@felsted.org

or 01371 822687.

The Paper Birds Theatre Company presents

ThirstyMonday 6February: 7.30pmHunt Theatre Tickets: £12Age Guidance: 13+

Weaving together real stories and booze-based confessions,Thirsty tells the story of one night in nightclubs, relayingtales from the happy hours to the early hours. Fusing livemusic, brilliant text and physical theatre, The Paper Birdsexamine the binge drinking culture in the UK and asks in a highly provocative manner why, as a Nation, we are sothirsty.

“Imaginative and thought provoking.” THE SCOTSMAN

Scamp Productions presents

Private Peacefulby Michael Morpurgo

Tuesday 21 February4.30pm Hunt Theatre Tickets: £15 Age Guidance: 8+

By popular demand the multi-award winning productionof Private Peaceful returns to Felsted for one performanceonly! Private Peaceful relives the life of Private TommoPeaceful, a First World War soldier awaiting the firingsquad at dawn.

Felsted School presents

TEECHERS by John Godber

Wednesday 1 & Thursday 2 February: 7.30pmHunt Theatre Tickets: £6 Age Guidance: 12+

Teechers vigorously evokes life at a modern comprehensiveschool. Mr Nixon, the new drama teacher arrives to findthat life at the school will be a massive challenge. Cynicalcolleagues, obstructive caretakers and naughty students allcombine in an hilarious blur of quick witted and loveablecharacters.

“An infinitely touching, intensely acted account of a young First World War Soldier’s final day.”

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Gag Reflex presents

The Boy with tape on his faceMonday 27 February7.30pm Hunt TheatreTickets: £12 Age Guidance: 12+

Every once in a while, something magical reminds us thatwe all have an inner child that must be fed. The Boy WithTape On His Face is a character with universal appeal.Delightful, wry, many-layered and hilarious, he has createdone of the most enjoyable shows you are ever likely to see.

“Chock-a-block with brilliantly executed stunts and clever crowdinteraction, bringing out the inner child in us all.” MAIL ON SUNDAY

A Felsted Community Theatre Productionin association with Felsted School

A Midsummer Night’s dreamDirected by Alasdair Duncan Produced by Joanna SugdenPerformed by the Felsted community

Friday 9 & Saturday 10 March7.30pm Ross Hall Tickets: £5

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one ofShakespeare’s most popular comedieswith magical transformations andinvisibility spells all rolled into one.

This community production aims to giveas many people, both cast and audience,their first taste of Shakespeare.

Wisebirds present

An Olympic EffortWritten, directed and acted by Jenny Burrett and Dawn Tibbitts

Wednesday 25 April4.30pm & 8.00pm

Ross Hall Tickets: £5 Age Guidance: 6+Wisebirds celebrate the tradition and values of the OlympicGames in their original and inimitable style. Panto like, 6–96year olds will learn, laugh and love the sporting surprises!Come and see for yourself!

Felsted Preparatory School presents

The Amazing mauriceDirected by Joanna SugdenPerformed by Year 5 and 6 pupils

Friday 18 May: 7.00pmRoss Hall FREE admission

Sir Terry Pratchett’s ingeniously upended tale of the PiedPiper has a roving band of highly intelligent rats as itsheroic protagonists. Matthew Holmes’ script and songscapture the plot in a captivating musical for children toperform and everyone to enjoy.

Scamp Theatre & Watford Palace Theatrepresent

Tiddler and other terrific Tales

Tuesday 12 June4.30pmHunt Theatre Tickets: £12

A magical collection of Julia Donaldson’smost popular titles including Tiddler,The Smartest Giant in Town, A Squashand a Squeeze and Monkey Puzzle.Brought to the stage spectacularly by theteam that brought you Stick Man andPrivate Peaceful.

An absolute treat for ages 3+ and their families.

Scamp Theatre presents

SWAMP JUICEThursday 17 May: 4.30pmHunt Theatre Tickets: £12Age Guidance: All ages (but some scenes may scare very small children)

Using mind-blowing shadow puppetry, acclaimed Canadianperformer Jeff Achtem brings his astonishing award-winningshow about life in a swamp, with a stunning jaw-dropping3D finale.

“A joyous hour of five-star DIY genius.” THE TIMES

ARTThe

Art ExhibitionWoop it up at a Celebration Preview!Friday 1 June: 6.00pmDrinks and canapésPlease email prepadmin@felsted.org to receive an invitation.

Monday 4 June2.00–6.00pm Public Preview

Monday 11–Monday 18 June9.00am–5.00pm Public Viewing

Lord Riche Hall, Music School and Cromwell CentreFREE admission

An exhibition of art by WOOP Studios. Prints celebrating thecollective noun from the designers of Harry Potter.

The exhibition will feature some of the lesser-known collectivenouns for animals, such as an aurora of polar bears and anembarrassment of pandas!

Meet the designers at the Preview. Limited edition prints willbe available for sale throughout the exhibition at a specialFelsted price.

Soak up this fun and educational exhibition which can also be viewed and purchased on www.woopstudios.com

“A lexographical delight!” HARPERS BAZAAR

Felstedian artwork will also be on display.

Swifter, Higher,Stronger

Digital PhotographyCompetitionCreate a digital image on theOlympic theme of ‘Swifter, Higher,Stronger’. It can be a still or movingshot, either poignant or action.Selected entries will be printed and

judged by Jon Jones, Director of Photography for the TimesMagazine; Aidan Sullivan, Director of PhotographicAssignments for Getty Images; andHarriet Logan, an award-winningphotographer and a FoundingDirector of Woop Studios.

Essay CompetitionProduce an essay of 1,500–2,000words with ‘Swifter, Higher,Stronger’ as the title. An Olympicwriting challenge for all ages.

Poetry CompetitionWrite a poem with ‘Swifter, Higher,Stronger’ as the title. See if you canachieve a poetry gold!

Deadline for all competitions: 1st JunePrizes for different age groups.Please apply for an application formfrom prepadmin@felstedprep.org

OLYMPIC COMPETITIONS

World Book Daycelebrating Olympic HeroesAn ebook of Olympic Heroes will be produced byFelsted pupils to include the 19 Felstedian Olympicheroes of past years.

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OlympicHeroes

Felsted’s relay will start with a lighted torch from within theFelsted Olympic stadium, where its own PreparatoryOlympics will be held on Saturday 23 June.

Felstedians are renowned for their passion and excellence insport with many reaching county, national,international and Olympic heights. Felstedianscompete regularly in hockey, rugby, netball,cricket, tennis, rounders, swimming, athletics,cross country, golf, basketball and more.

Celebrating paralympiansFelstedians will have a chance to watch andplay Boccia with local Paralympic GoldMedallist Dan Bentley, see wheelchair tennis

in action and attend theParalympic Games.Wheelchair racer NikkiEmerson will also bespeaking at FelstedPreparatory School SpeechDay. These opportunities

create empathy, understanding and pure admirationthrough experience.

Felsted Sports CampsFelsted runs its own professional cricket andswimming camps during the school holidaysfor all local children to get involved – detailscan be found on our website www.felsted.orgor on 01371 822634.

SPORT

Roger Black, MBEOlympic Team GB Silver and Gold Medallist

Felsted’s Olympic Torch Relayand Opening CeremonySaturday 23 June

Felsted is a Global Memberof the Round SquareOrganisation of 80 topschools around the world,

who share a commitment beyondacademic excellence, to personal developmentand responsibility. Felstedians are able to takepart in exchanges with partner schools from around the world.

INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK

Felsted Model United Nations Conference

Sunday 5 & Monday 6 FebruaryFelsted is hosting its third Model United Nations Conference,

replicating debate aboutthe world’s most pressingconcerns.

The Lent MarathonA chance for all to set a tough personal targetand try and see it to the end over forty days andforty nights.

Felsted celebrates the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

Monday 4 JuneFurther details on how to take part can be obtained from the School Office on 01371 822610 or admin@felstedprep.org.

SPIRITUAL

COMMUNITY

Courses and CampsFelsted runs a number of activities and workshops formembers of the community to get involved. This includesthe new In Motion Dance Academy which offers a newgeneration of classes in ballet, tap and jazz. Please find details on our website www.felsted.org or contact our Courses Officer on courses@felsted.org or 01371 822634.

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World Cultural Celebration *Sunday 22 January7.00–9.00pm Lord Riche Hall

High School MusicalTuesday 31 JanuaryThursday 2 FebruaryFriday 3 February 7.00pm Ross Hall

Teechers*Wednesday 1 FebruaryThursday 2 February 7.30pm Hunt Theatre

ThirstyMonday 6 February7.30pm Hunt Theatre

Private PeacefulTuesday 21 February4.30pm Hunt Theatre

neil Hannon of The Divine Comedy*Friday 24 February7.30pm Grignon Hall

The Boy with Tape on his FaceMonday 27 February7.30pm Hunt Theatre

Julian Lloyd Webber Cello Recital*Friday 2 March7.30pm Grignon Hall

Swing Into Spring*Saturday 3 March7.00pm Ross Hall

A Midsummer Night’s Dream*Friday 9 MarchSaturday 10 March 7.30pm Ross Hall

St John Passion*†Friday 16 March7.30pm Felsted ChapelSaturday 17 March7.30pm St Mary’s Church, Maldon

An Olympic Effort – Wisebirds*Wednesday 25 April4.30 & 8.00pm Ross Hall

Swamp JuiceThursday 17 May 4.30pm Hunt Theatre

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The Amazing Maurice*Friday 18 May 7.00pm Ross Hall

Tiddler and other Terrific talesTuesday 12 June 4.30pm Hunt Theatre

Opera on a summer’s evening*Saturday 7 July Grignon Hall7.30pm (picnics from 6.00pm)

ONLINE BOOKING:www.felsted.org/olympiad* 10% discount for Old Felstedians. Please call to book.† 10% discount not applicable for Saturday performance.

For free events please call us to register your attendance.

All enquiries:Box Office ✆ 01371 822619boxoffice@felsted.orgAll profits will go towards Felsted School projects

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