Saturday 4th June will see a showcase of dance, music and drama out in Ryde High Street as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
The Arts Council’s Let’s Create Jubilee grant was awarded to Ryde Business Association through the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Fund.
Take part in and experience the arts, culture and creativity
Darren Henley, Chief Executive at Arts Council England said,
“The Let’s Create Jubilee Fund is a wonderful example of our ambition to give everyone the opportunity to participate in and experience the arts, culture and creativity – made possible thanks to National Lottery players.
“This June, we’ll see communities across England coming together to celebrate a historic milestone for this country. I’m excited to see these projects brought to life in villages, towns and cities across the country as our wonderfully creative communities celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.”
The grant has allowed a number of Ryde organisations to combine their efforts, seeing the New Carnival Company, Monkton Arts, Ryde Arts, and Riboleau Street Studios involved.
Thompson: Entertainment and activities in the heart of the town
Zoe Thompson, Chair of Ryde Business Association said,
“We were very happy to be successful in obtaining this grant. With the amount of creatives working in Ryde it made sense that we look at bringing what we can ‘ONTO THE STREET’ for part of the celebrations.
“Having entertainment and activities in the heart of the town, means people can enjoy what is going on as well as supporting our local businesses. We hope people will come to Ryde and spend the whole day here, grab some lunch, do some shopping and enjoy the celebrations too.”
Not too late to get involved
There is still time for people to get involved – if you would like to take part in the dance performance, suitable for children and young people of all abilities, or you would like to head into town for some busking, then please contact: [email protected]
Those heading to Ryde on Saturday 4th June will be able to see:
‘Elizabeth in Wonderland’ – Roaming Theatre. A specially adapted performance where the Queen comes to tea! See if you can spot them around the town.
‘Back to the Future – The next Generation’. Community dance performances taking us through the last 70 years, with a skateboard display too. Scheduled in Co-Op Square.
‘Cheeky Monkey’. One half of the very popular duo comes to Ryde to showcase his circus skills. Co-Op Square 2pm, and finale in the High Street 3.15pm
Flag Making – Join the New Carnival Company at their base in 13b Union Road, to make your Jubilee Flags. 11am -3pm
‘Art in the Garden’ – Arts and Crafts market at St Thomas Rest Garden.
‘Community Mural’. Riboleau Street studio artists will be waiting for you at Minghella Square so you can input into the design of a community mural. Help them identify textures, silhouettes and shapes, which will then be incorporated into the final works later in the month.
FINALE – Head to the High Street at 3pm, bring your flags and Jubilee dress ready to dance in the streets and enjoy Vectis Brass Band.
In addition to the ONTO THE STREET activities in the town, you can also get your ‘Ticket to Ryde’ and enjoy the free entertainment at Eastern Gardens.
News shared by Zoe on behalf of Ryde Business Association. Ed
Image: Harry Grout under CC BY 2.0
