A wave of entertainment will break over North Devon this summer – and it all starts this month!
The Wild Shore promises to soak audiences in excitement, intrigue, song and swims – all within the North Devon Coast National Landscape.
The Wild Shore is a magical, marine, multi-event participatory experience running from May through to October, created by acclaimed outdoor theatre specialists Burn the Curtain in partnership with Beaford Arts.
The Wild Shore’s packed programme of events – including outdoor theatre shows, wild swims with wild stories and ‘treasure-making’ workshops – begins with two FREE music sessions in the North Devon village of Alwington this month.
The Wild Shore is funded by Arts Council England, Beaford Arts, Rootnotes and The Fenton Arts Trust.
Music from The Wild Shore – FREE workshops
Audience participation is key to any Burn the Curtain production and two free music workshops taking place later this month are helping to create songs and music for The Wild Shore programme.
Both music workshops are led by North Devon musician Becki Driscoll, and take place in Alwington Village Hall, Fairy Cross, Bideford, EX39 5AW.
- Rhythms from The Wild Shore happens on Wednesday 28 May between 10am and 3pm
This workshop is perfect for families with children aged five and above. Instruments are provided (or bring your own), no experience needed – just bring your curiosity, energy, and a packed lunch!
Begin with a visit to the shoreline, where the sounds, sights, and rhythms of the coast will inspire your imaginations. Then, head to Alwington Village Hall to create original music that will later become part of The Wild Shore’s magical outdoor theatre show.
- Songs from The Wild Shore happens on Friday 30 May between 10am and 12.30pm
This creative workshop of music-making inspired by the sea encourages participants to compose original pieces that will become part of The Wild Shore live outdoor theatre show.
The workshop is a space to collaborate, experiment, and respond to the rhythms of the coast with an experienced folk composer. Bring your own instrument (or just your voice!), and your musical imagination.
This workshop is open to anyone with some musical experience – whether you play an instrument or sing. You don’t need to be a professional (although professionals are very much welcomed), just comfortable exploring and creating music with others.
Further events on The Wild Shore will be announced shortly. Get tickets for all events from The Wild Shore here: https://beaford.org/events
Sign up here to find out about The Wild Shore and other Burn the Curtain events: https://burnthecurtain.co.uk/contact/
