One of the most sensational murder stories of the 19th Century occurred in Polstead in Suffolk in 1826. The murderer was eventually caught, went on trial in Bury St Edmunds and was very publicly hanged outside the town’s gaol the following year. Hearing the voices of the wicked young squire, Maria Marten and her father bring this fascinating story to life.
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Bryan is a seasoned speaker for U3As, Probus, Rotary, History Societies,, etc. With a background in professional theatre and drama lecturing, he has worked in Theatre, TV, and TIE, taking educational theatre to schools across East Anglia.
Bryan’s presentations are rather unique. He is a great storyteller and in some of his pieces he introduces audiences to the voices of various characters. Indeed in others he plays the whole piece in character, giving a flavour of life in earlier times. Currently a pearly. King telling his evacuee’s story, a butler from the Victorian/Edwardian period and a dear old Suffolk gardener, complete with an authentic Suffolk accent. He is kept busy with his talks and performance pieces but is always happy to help out at short notice if available.
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