This year’s DVC production was Aladdin, performed on the 19th, 20th and 21st February to packed houses in the Village Hall.
Brilliantly adapted from the original Panto story by Chris and Caroline Hutton, with the former directing as well, the show was much enjoyed by all, the cast and back-stage crew as well as the audience.
Special recognition must go to the many people who contributed behind the scenes and made such a difference; the Art Group members who painted the scenery, the team that ran the lighting and special effects. The musicians, led as usual by Sue Altarelli, did a great job.
At the last moment, one of the players with a leading part, Caroline Guthrie – Jasmine, was unfortunately taken ill, but Beth Barrett stepped in brilliantly. Of course, playing opposite her husband must have helped.
The Programme, with details of everybody involved, and a Review by “OldStager” can be seen on the
Website.
A very good time was had by all who attended Saturday’s Annual Village Quiz at the Village Hall.
As usual, Denise and Peter Grant did a great job, asking the questions, distributing spot prizes and keeping us all in order.
Perhaps the only disappointing aspect of the event was the fact that the winning team came from outside the village yet again. Calling themselves the “Border Terriers”, it seems they tour the Waveney Valley taking part in villages quizzes, and winning many of them.
Ten teams took part. In second place was "We're Behind You" and the Wooden Spoon went to "No. 5".
Residents may have noticed all the news about the resignation of the MP for the Gorton & Denton parliamentary constituency in Greater Manchester. This is one of the
Other Dentons
It was expected that Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, would step down and contest the by-election. He is seen as a potential challenger to the Prime Minister, However, the Labour Party has now ruled this out.
January 17th is nearly here. Members of the Black Hand Cyder Society will be gathering to ensure a good crop of apples again this year.
From time immemorial apple growers and cyder makers have come together as near as possible to the 17th, the traditional date for the
Wassailing ceremony.
This pagan custom includes the Wassailing Song and prayers to the gods so that all local apple trees are suitably blessed and productive.
BHCS members will thus be in attendance at Great Green Farm on the 17th and performing the required ritual. Suitable liquid refreshment will of course be provided,
UPDATE
75 people turned up for the celebrations. Excellent food and drink was provided and a great time was had by all.