Capturing Market Cross, The Guildhall, The Corn Exchange, Cathedral, Bishops Garden, a visit from the Queen in 1956 and nautical family scenes from Itchenor, Bosham and Bracklesham Bay.
The event will be introduced by local historian Alan Green. A wistful delight and a great way to spend a Saturday morning! We thank the New Park Centre for this event collaboration and the BFI and Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton for the use of their archive materials.
Sat 12 Sep 09:45
This film is a free screening but will still need to be booked.
Stage to Screen... to Silence: Chichester’s Lost Theatres & Cinemas
Following the screening, Alan Green will lead a free 90-minute guided walk through the hidden entertainment history of Chichester. Step back in time and uncover the hidden stories of Chichester's lost theatres, cinemas and concert halls. Discover forgotten venues, fascinating characters and the rich entertainment heritage that once shaped the city's social and cultural life. A must for anyone with an interest in local history, theatre, film or architecture.
It will start and end at the Café Bar at New Park Centre and will last 90 minutes. Bookings for the walk must be made in advance by emailing operations@newparkcentre.org.uk.