Performances
Electric Palace Cinema, Harwich
Family Friendly
Free Event
About
3 East of England's coastal towns have been exploring a question with their local communities - What role does the shifting coast play in shaping our collective dreams?
Working alongside talented writers and digital artists, local voices have captured the essence of these ever-changing landscapes through heritage walks, creative workshops, and storytelling – uncovering 150 unique stories and images.
From Harwich’s Electric Palace Cinema to Orford Ness’s wild beauty and Great Yarmouth’s evolving shoreline, 52 participants and 8 volunteers have dedicated 100+ hours to storytelling and creative expression.
Their stories will take shape through digital content and silk pennants – part of the Beach of Dreams national commission, The Beach of Dreams Silks – unveiled in free, family-friendly events and walks from 28 – 30 May across the 3 locations. These pennants, symbols of shared history and creativity, will remain in their communities as a lasting legacy.
In Harwich this performance will involve a promenade performance, the Beach of Dreams pennants on display and screenings at the Electric Palace Cinema. Full details to follow.
Please note the event will take place at multiple locations and this event page will be updated with more details closer to the time.
Funded by Historic England.
Address
Electric Palace Harwich, King’s Quay Street, Harwich Essex CO12 3ER
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Access & Accessibility
Wheelchair users can access the cinema from the street by a ramp (1 in 12) to the disabled access. On arrival please request a member of staff to open this door for you. Seating in the Auditorium for wheelchair users There are four places for wheelchair users near the front of the seating block and there are handrails down both aisles. Toilets The toilet for disabled people is located at the screen end of the cinema Induction Loop The cinema has installed an induction loop for use by individuals with hearing impairment. Assistance Please ask the manager or any available member of staff for assistance if you require it. We will be happy to help wherever possible. Please note this accessibility information only applies to the Electric Palace Cinema - other venue information will be added nearer to the event date.