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New outdoor exhibition space opens at New Wolsey Theatre

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Four giant exhibition cubes have been installed outside the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich to showcase local initiatives and celebrate the town. The first exhibition features 'love letters' to Ipswich from local residents.

Why it matters: The semi-permanent installation creates a new public space for promoting local projects and good news stories about Ipswich, accessible to residents, visitors and theatre-goers 24 hours a day.

The big picture:

  • The exhibition space consists of four cubes, each with space for four display panels

  • Local community group Ipswich.Love is the first to use the space

  • The installation aims to enhance the area and showcase town initiatives

Four giant exhibition cubes have been installed outside the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich to showcase local initiatives and celebrate the town
Four giant exhibition cubes have been installed outside the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich to showcase local initiatives and celebrate the townIpswich Central

What they're saying: "Thanks to the New Wolsey Theatre for allowing use of this space, an outdoor exhibition will be on permanent display here to brighten and enhance this space in the town for residents, visitors, football fans and everyone who walks by to enjoy," says Lee Walker, CEO of Ipswich Central.

Miranda Acres of Ipswich.Love added: "With many visitors and theatregoers coming to our town from all over the UK, this public display is a great way to share the love that we all have for Ipswich."

Between the lines: The project represents collaboration between several local organisations:

  • Ipswich Central provided the exhibition space

  • New Wolsey Theatre offered the location

  • Hudson Signs handled installation and printing

  • Ipswich.Love created the first display

What's next: The space will continue to showcase initiatives that enhance the town, with exhibitions rotating to feature different local projects.

The bottom line: The new exhibition space transforms an unused area outside the New Wolsey Theatre into a community focal point, showcasing what makes our town so special.

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Double victory for St Joseph's as young debaters shine

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St Joseph's College students demonstrated exceptional public speaking prowess, claiming victory in both intermediate and senior categories at a prestigious local debate competition.

Why it matters: The double win at the Ipswich East Rotary Club 'Youth Speaks' competition secures both teams places in the Norwich debating chamber finals next month, showcasing local talent on a regional stage.

The senior team, comprising Ben (Captain), Alex (Proposition) and Ademide (Opposition), tackled whether science and logic make religion and superstition irrelevant
The senior team, comprising Ben (Captain), Alex (Proposition) and Ademide (Opposition), tackled whether science and logic make religion and superstition irrelevantSt Joseph's College

The details:

  • The college hosted the competition on Wednesday, 29 January 2025.

  • The intermediate team of Megan (Captain), Clara (Proposition) and Holly (Opposition) debated whether artificial intelligence helps or hinders human society.

  • The senior team, comprising Ben (Captain), Alex (Proposition) and Ademide (Opposition), tackled whether science and logic make religion and superstition irrelevant.

What they're saying: "Working with these students and developing their oracy and public speaking skills through debating is such a joy!" said Dr Briege Rice, Stretch and Challenge Coordinator and History and Politics teacher at St Joseph's College.

"These skills are vital in every field, fostering confidence, clear communication and critical thinking. The standard of debating was very high, and we are very proud of this extraordinary achievement of our students," she added.

The intermediate team of Megan (Captain), Clara (Proposition) and Holly (Opposition) debated whether artificial intelligence helps or hinders human society
The intermediate team of Megan (Captain), Clara (Proposition) and Holly (Opposition) debated whether artificial intelligence helps or hinders human societySt Joseph's College

The bottom line: The competition, supported by the Rotary Club, continues to foster key communication skills amongst young people through its Youth Speaks initiative, with St Joseph's teams now preparing to showcase their talents in February's finals.

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