A celebration of English tradition will take place at The Higgins Bedford, to mark St George’s Day, on Saturday April 22.
Memories Of Morris 11:00am – 12.30pm
There will be a discussion group in the Higgins about how Morris dance in Bedfordshire has changed over the past fifty years followed by displays by Hemlock Morris.
The talk will be led by Lydia Saul, Keeper of Social History, and Chas Leslie, curator of the recent Innovation and Tradition: 40 years of Morris display at The Higgins Bedford.
Participants are invited to hear from Barry and Gill Goodman, former members of Redbornstoke Morris and Bedfordshire Lace Morris in a panel discussion as they share memories of these changes and reflections of their experiences of Morris.
Chas will also share some of his research into Morris dancing in Bedfordshire. Contributions and questions from the floor will be welcomed.
Followed by:
Celebrating St George 1.30pm – 3.00pm
Entertainment for the all the family
See St George take on the Valiant Knight… Marvel as they joust and fight in mortal combat… Weep as the Old Mother laments her dead son¬ Wonder at the Doctor’s cures… Celebrate as St George is brought back to life!
A display of Morris dancing in the courtyard by local teams Hemlock Morris, Red Cuthbert Morris and Golden Hare Morris, each with its own unique approach to Morris. The entertainment will culminate with a traditional mummers’ play by the Barfront Guizers in which St George (Hooray!) and a Valiant Knight (Boo, Hiss!) argue over who killed the dragon.
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