People make Transition happen

27th May 2010 at the Forum Theatre  - This event has now happened, but info will stay here for a little while anyway

Coverage of the event

Rob Hopkins gives his report on the event on the Transition Culture blog. An audio recording of his talk can be found on Transition Evesham Vale website.

We welcome your feedback of what you liked about People Make Transition Happen, and what could have been improved.

The publicity

Be inspired by how we, as individuals and communities, can respond to the opportunities and challenges of tackling climate change and our dependency on oil.

Guest speakers

• Rob Hopkins

  Rob Hopkins, founder of the Transition movement.

• Russell Carrington, local young farmer and activist just back from his world study tour.
• Laura Spiers - youth activist

Films

Satish Kumar

• Satish Kumar, ecologist and Earth Pilgrim sends his message of hope 
• PEOPLE MAKE TRANSITION HAPPEN a great new compilation of individual films featuring local food, community, education, transport,energy & schools’ eco projects. It captures inspiring local initiatives taking place around the district.

Entertainers and performers

Taking place before, during and after the main programme

• Downside Up the English Symphony Orchestra's own very special duo.
• Ollie Mealing currently one of the UK's most exciting up and coming performers to have picked up a pack of cards. His technical abilities have made him a rising star in the world of magic.
• Voices Unlimited Our local choir with a difference - passionate, enthusiastic and 110 strong!
• Powick Community Choir - great community choir led by Tom Wells.
• Beggars Glee Choir Recently formed and going places, led by Emma and Izzy.
• Sam Eden Local singer and songwriter.

PLUS many stalls and displays from Transition groups and allied organisations.

We gratefully acknowledge support from Malvern Hills District Council, Malvern Hills Partnership and Malvern Hills AONB.