Kynren – an epic tale of England!
The pageantry begins
Setting the scene
A charioteer leads the procession
Standard bearers
And the support act!
From one local extravaganza to another! Last week, the Tall Ships. This week, I give you Kynren. Performed by a cast of locals and volunteers, in the grounds of Auckland Castle, Bishop Auckland, I was enormously impressed. A history of England, the action was fast-paced. I apologise that many of my shots are blurred. Please follow the captions.
A pleasant evening stroll leads down to the grounds
Beyond the lake, the Tribune awaits
And ‘cast members’ enjoy a snack
A dramatic sunset heralds the performance
Children arrive with paper birds
And shepherds
Making a run for it!
Lookout duty
Halt! Who goes there?
Intruders?
Ceremonial reception
Marching
Jousting- too quick to catch!
Dancing fountains
Banners aloft, it’s time to go
For an hour and a half the action unfolded before our eyes, building to a crescendo of lazer beams and fireworks. It was beautifully done.
Astounding moment when Stephenson’s ‘Rocket’ chuffs in!
And then the riders gallop wildly past
Followed sedately by coach and horses
A very grand affair
A crescendo of fireworks and dazzle
And then a hush, as the smoke fades to pink haze
2,000 years of history, myth and legend, performances run until 15th September. Meanwhile, Debbie has some exciting news to share in her Six Words this Saturday. Why not join her? Have a happy weekend!
restlessjo 
How glad to read your descriptions … soothe my soul with your photos and travel me !! Be always good !!!!!!!
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Bless you hon xx
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We would enjoy seeing a spectacle like this. Fantastic.
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It was a brilliant evening’s entertainment, Carol. 🙂 🙂
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Wow, you have some great stuff going on up north, this must have been so exciting. I always hear about things down here after the event. Howa tricks with you? x:-)x
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It’s the third summer for this show so they must be doing something right, Gilly 🙂 🙂 Good, thanks! We were with friends in Hexham on Friday, Streets of Brass in Durham on Saturday, walking today and seeing our Algarve friends in Knaresborough tomorrow. Rounded off with tea in Leeds with James. All go! 🙂 🙂 You?
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Was für ein Spektakel !!!
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It was a wonderful evening’s entertainment, Ernst 🙂 🙂
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Looks a wonderful production Jo – such a community effort by the looks of it too! 🙂
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An enormous effort by all concerned, Rosemay. And all the helpers along the way were so cheerful too 🙂 🙂
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What a magnificent way to tell the story of one’s country.
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Non-stop action and a darn good night, Ann 🙂 🙂
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Quite an extravaganza Jo! Looks amazing
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The opposite of your peace and quiet, I think, Tina 🙂 🙂
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How wonderful! I love that children perform in this amazing pageant, too.
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It’s wonderful that the community get together like this. They should be proud. 🙂 🙂
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