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Hayling Island u3a meetings

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Pantomime

Exploring the history of pantomime from its earliest origins in the Middle Ages to the lavish spectacular productions of today. The stories, the characters, and the traditions – he has many tales to tell… Oh yes, he has. Wayne is a professional actor, presenter, MC and speaker. He has written, directed, and produced several shows …

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Behind the scenes on centre court

Starting with how the All-England Club was formed Alan Chalmers will recount how the Wimbledon championships are run and, through anecdotes of players and celebrities, he will explain a typical day on Centre Court. For 40 years Alan was responsible for the seating arrangements and security of the competitors, their guests and journalists on Centre …

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Hayling at war

Richard Coates will use an illustrated talk to describe Hayling’s contribution in both WW1 and WW2, including: In WW1, acting as a training ground for army machine gunners In WW2, being a decoy to lure German bombers away from Portsmouth Its role as an anti-aircraft site, and how it was destroyed by a German raid …

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Grace Darling and the fine art of saving lives at sea

Darling’s daring rescue of steamship passengers off the Northumberland coast in 1838 brought her international fame. Learn about her bravery and short life at the age of 26 and the artistic contribution that has helped to keep her in the public eye. James Taylor is a former curator of the National Maritime Museum.

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Not Father O'Malley

Roger Browne recounts growing-up in a Catholic family in Salford and the music that inspired him to learn the piano. Told through facts, amusing anecdotes, and music. Roger is a pianist with Manchester jazz band since 1995, he is the president of Stockport Operatic Society and Artistic Director of Manchester Athenaeum Drama Society.

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