Wellington News

The election results in the Telford and Wrekin constituencies certainly provided some drama. At one point it was expected that the Telford Count would be reported at 1am, but this was delayed. In fact the Wrekin Count was finished before the Telford result was declared. In the event, both declarations were made by Chief Executive Victor Brownlees by around 2am. Somewhat earlier than in previous elections, it must be noted.

Comedian Stephen K Amos’ top-selling show, ‘The Feelgood Factor’, coincided with Oakengates Theatre’s celebration of the first anniversary of ‘A Night Less Ordinary’, the Arts Council scheme which provides free theatre tickets to people under 26.

One of the young people commented, “The show was great and we really enjoyed it. I think the scheme is a brilliant idea as it gives younger people a chance to experience different areas of culture which could broaden their interests.”

Horsehay Amateur Drama Society
This well-established, award winning theatre group launched a spectacular summer arts extravaganza comprising One-Act plays which ran for three performances. Despite the recessionary blues and the summer holidays, it was well-supported by their patrons and they have been rewarded with a definite hit and a possible for inclusion in next year’s repertoire season.

Eight young people have successfully completed the Arts Council’s bronze award as part of Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Youth Offending Service’s efforts to help them back into mainstream education, training or employment. The group took part in a summer arts college run as part of a joint scheme between the Youth Justice Board and Arts Council England.

The college provides a structured programme of arts-based activity during the summer holidays using Arts Enrichment resources including dance, drama, visual and music genres.