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Stephen Fry on Norwich’s bid
The actor Stephen Fry has written a blog on why Norwich should win City of Culture 2013. The winner will be announced tomorrow evening. Norwich is up against Birmingham, Derry and Sheffield. Read More…
Film maker reveals what judges saw
This short video was part of Norwich’s bid to become the UK City of Culture 2013. It was created by a 20 year old producer, who runs his own media company. Martin Watters explains how they hoped to impress the judges. Read More…
Moore on show
Two new exhibitions open at the Sainsbury Centre today. “Unearthed” is a display of over 100 figurines, including a controversial Goddess found at Grimes Graves. Meanwhile in the upper gallery an exhibition of Henry Moore textiles will run until the end of August. Read More…
Guide to city’s sculpture
Tucked away in south Norwich are public sculptures few are aware of. Now a trail has been put together to act as a guide.
City of Culture could attract over £200 M
Norwich’s bid to become the UK City of Culture 2013 has been submitted today. While the precise details are being kept under wraps, the bid includes world premieres, pop concerts and mass street feasts over the year. If Norwich wins, it could be worth over £200 million to the local economy. Read More…
Take a peek at Norwich’s artists
Artists across south Norwich are opening their studios to the public over the next couple of weeks. Whether you like sculpture or textiles, it’s a chance to see behind the scenes. Read More…
Artists shown the door
Story idea: Rupert Malin
A group of artists based in a former shoe factory on Hall Road have been told they have to leave. They’ve been given 3 weeks to vacate the premises, 48 hours after they stage a major exhibition. Read More…
Artist fights for Norwich landmark
A local artist wants to protect Norwich’s last remaining windmill. John Broadbent, says views of Peafield Mill should be retained, as the city grows around it. The mill is the subject of one of his oil paintings, which hung in the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts until recently. Read More…
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