from the Festival Director - Sidmouth Folk week

Saturday 4th August
201 9:30-10:50am Blackmore Contra/Square Dance Beginners Workshop with Frances Oates and
Gardens Marquee Mollie Koenigsberger. A chance to learn the basics to stand you in
good stead for the rest of the week. W £8
202 9:30-10:50am Methodist Social Dance Workshop A ‘sweet and ayry activity’ – dances from the
Church Hall John Playford editions of the Dancing Master 1651-1686.
With Andrew Shaw and Barefoot. W £8
203 9:30-11:00am Bulverton North West Morris Workshop with Earlsdon Morris Men. Traditional clog
Marquee morris dancing from North West England, including dances from Clitheroe,
Colne, Preston and Whalley. No previous experience required. W £8
204 9:30-11:00am St Teresa’s Karelian Dance Workshop – Skylark & Artforge from Karelia, a region of
Church Hall Russia, teach some of the communal dances of their homeland. W £8
205 9:30-11:00am Woodlands Hotel Storytelling Circle for adults. Come and hone your storytelling skills, or
just sit back and listen. Hosted by Tom Goodale. Collection
206 11:00- Dukes Duke Box Live Music from a selection of local young artists. Collection
207 11:00-12:00pm The Hub Dance Display with Lancashire Wallopers, Seven Champions
Molly Dancers, Windsor Morris. Collection
208 11:00-12:20pm Blackmore Square Dance Workshop Intermediate with Mike Courthold and Mollie
Gardens Marquee Koenigsberger. ‘Squares with attitude’– Don’t try these at home! W £8
209 11:00-12:20pm Methodist Social Dance Workshop ‘The Newest and Best Dances’ – dances from
Church Hall the Henry Playford editions of the Dancing Master, 1687-1703. With
Andrew Shaw and Barefoot. W £8
210 11:15-12:45pm Bulverton Southern African Dance with Black Umfolosi. Suitable for all ages and levels.
Marquee No need to bring anything, except your Wellies for the Gum Boot Dance! W £8
211 11:15-12:45pm St Teresa’s Morris Workshop An introduction to Kirtlington Morris with Nigel Holt.
Church Hall Intermediate/advanced level-dancers need to be familiar with morris steps
and figures. Bring along dance shoes and hankies. W £8
212 11:30-12:30pm Bedford Hotel An Hour Or So with Stream of Sound. Introduced by Bill Crawford. £8
213 11:30-1:00pm Ham Marquee Opening Welcome Concert with Debby McClatchy, Exmouth Shanty
Men, Somerset Young Folk Musicians at Halsway Manor, Roots
Acoustic and Sidmouth Town Band. MC. Barry Goodman. Free to everyone
214 12:00-2:30pm The Volunteer Inn In The Tradition A traditional pub session hosted by George Frampton
with special guests. Collection
215 12:00-2:30pm Anchor Garden Ceilidh with Tickled Pink. Caller Fee Lock. Supported by The Anchor Inn Collection
216 12:40-2:00pm Methodist Social Dance Workshop of contemporary Contra Dances from
Church Hall this side of the pond with Chris Turner and Masquerade. £8
217 1:00-2:00pm Blackmore
Gardens Marquee
Private Reception for all booked dance groups.
218 1:00-2:30pm St Teresa’s Bal Basics & Etiquette with Kerry Fletcher. Come and learn the basic European
Church Hall European dances to get you ready to swirl and twirl around the dance floor throughout
the week. Try out the schottische, mazurka, bourrée and Italian polka. For beginners to
explore the basic dances and develop confidence in couple dancing. W £8
219 1:30-2:15pm The Hub Folk Orchestra North Devon led by Nick Wyke and Becki Driscoll. Collection
220 1:30-3:00pm Arts Centre Shooting Roots – Tutors Meet & Greet Come meet your colleagues for Sidmouth.
There will be time to make ready for the week ahead and prepare a super-short
taster workshop for the following event.
221 2:15-3:35pm Methodist How To Dance Social and Ceilidh – all you need to know but were too scared to ask!
Church Hall With Madeleine Smith and Mollie Koenigsberger. A basic guide in 5 workshops for
complete beginners and those with some experience. Different aspects will be
covered every day, but there will be lots of overlap and time for questions. W £8
222 2:30-3:00pm Anchor Garden Dance Display with Jake Jones and Dan Eccles, Jig Crew. Collection
223 2:30-3:45pm Methodist Start The Week A taster concert with Babylon Lane, The Weatherby Quire and
Church Peter Wilton. West Gallery, Shapenote music and British community songs. £8
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