Prof. Germaine Greer will join a panel of speakers on 8 July to celebrate the life and achievements of Sylvia Pankhurst (1882-1960). The event will be part of a festival in Sylvia Pankhurst's honour to include a biographical play and an exhibition, revealing some lesser-known aspects of her life and work.

The festival will take place in Woodford, Essex - Sylvia's home for some 34 years - and marks the 80th year of her son Dr Richard Pankhurst, OBE. Dr Pankhurst and his wife Rita will be taking part in the celebrations.

The Indefatigable Miss Pankhurst

A programme of talks, & an exhibition 'A Journey through Sylvia's Life'
Sunday 8 July, 1.00-5.45 pm
Exhibition & Bookstall open 1pm, with tea & coffee.
Talks begin 2pm
Bancroft's School, High Road, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 0RF

The exhibition 'A Journey through Sylvia's Life' and an afternoon of talks with a range of perspectives will offer a new insight into Sylvia Pankhurst, her many campaigns and achievements on the world stage, and her life in Woodford. Organised by the Redbridge Museum with the cooperation of the Museum of London, the Exhibition will display a variety of items spanning Sylvia Pankhurst's long and fascinating life. Her early career as an artist and designer will be represented by examples of her paintings and other work.

Speakers:

Prof. Germaine Greer, writer & broadcaster
Very Revd Dr John Arnold, OBE, former Dean of Durham
Prof. Patrick Wright, writer & broadcaster
Rita Pankhurst, academic & campaigner
Linda Perham, politician
Shirley Harrison, writer & biographer

Tickets £16(*) £11 jobseekers / full-time students / reg'd disabled

'VIP' Dinner

Sunday 8 July, 5.45-7.30 pm
Prezzo Restaurant, Elmhurst, 98-106 High Road, South Woodford, London E18 2QH

A three-course 'VIP' dinner plus coffee at Prezzo Restaurant in Woodford's elegant historic mansion, Elmhurst, will follow the Bancroft's event. A limited number of tickets will be available and the meal will be timed so those who have tickets for the evening play needn't be rushed.

Tickets £22.95(*) Transport can be provided between Bancroft's and Elmhurst by minibus for an additional charge of £4.

Who Is Sylvia?

Fri, Sat, Sun 6-8 July, 8.00 pm
Redbridge Drama Centre, South Woodford, London E18 2RB

The première run of the biographical play adapted by Bridget Wood from Shirley Harrison's book, Sylvia Pankhurst: a Maverick Life. Directed by Althea Stewart. With Bridget Wood as Sylvia Pankhurst.

Tickets £8(*) £5 jobseekers / full-time students / reg'd disabled

(*) Triple tickets (the talks & exhibition, the VIP dinner and the play) are available for the bargain price of £43.50 (concessions £37.50) but early purchase is advised as these are limited.

Tickets may be bought online through http://www.westessex.net, or download and fill in the attached form (pdf 426 kb) and send it with your cheque and stamped addressed envelope to the address given.

For further information

The Sylvia Pankhurst Festival acknowledges the kind support of the Redbridge Arts Council

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