**UPDATE**

We commissioned each of our writers to compose a piece in response to their Art Alive experience. You can find them here on our blog.

Various Locations, 23rd – 25th May 2009, 10am – 4pm

We have commissioned three writers to work on a variety of prose and poetry exercises and workshops in beautiful Norfolk churches as part of the Art Alive project, where 25 of the most historic churches across Norfolk will be opening their doors throughout the bank holiday weekend. All experience levels are welcome and there is no need to book for anything – just turn up, tune in, and have fun.

Click on writer’s name for workshop details

CAROLINE GILFILLAN will be at ST MARY’S, EAST RUSTON, a 14th century church with its unspoilt contemporary paintings of the evangelists.

SARAH BOWER will be at ST MARK’S, TEN MILE BANK which has been subject to an amazing restoration project.

MOLLY NAYLOR will be at ST MARY’S IN HAPPISURGH. St Mary’s tower is 110ft high, and will offer excellent inspiration for those without a fear for heights!

The general programme in each church is as follows:

Sat 23rd:

Children’s workshop 11:00am

Adult’s workshop 2:00pm

Sunday 24th:

General Workshop 2:00

Children’s Poetry Trail (Molly Naylor only) 1pm

Monday 25th:

General workshop 11:00am

Poetry Picnic 1:00pm – bring along a picnic and a poem (penned yourself or by your favourite poet.)

For further workshop details please click on the writer’s name (above).

Please note, some of the workshops may be based on a short walk around the graveyard.  If the weather is inclement it may be wise to dress accordingly. For more information on events above contact Sam on 01603 877177 or sam.ruddock(at)writerscentrenorwich.org.uk
For more information on the full Art Alive programme please visit the Diocese of Norwich website.

For more information on this event and separate church activities visit the Diocese of Norwich website or view their downloadable leaflet .