Plough Arts Centre celebrates 50th anniversary

An arts centre in Devon is holding an exhibition to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

The Plough Arts Centre, in Great Torrington, has invited members of the public to add their memories of the centre to a story box.

An exhibition, Magical Memories, is taking place in its gallery from Friday until 31 May.

Centre CEO Emma Martson said: "There's tonnes of memories here and we'd love the community to get involved."

There is also a 50th anniversary pantomime due to be performed on 11 and 12 April.

Actor Emlyn Harris said one of his main reasons for moving to Great Torrington was because of Plough theatre.

He said: "It's wonderful to be part of something that's so important ... 50 years is quite incredible.

"The wonderful thing about this panto is just the young people who are involved in it, the youth theatre; it's how I sort of started in theatre and it's such a great way to get out there and mix with a community."

Bella, who is taking part in the pantomime said: "I love theatre because, at this point it is my life, it's just the most amazing thing - I think it's a creative outlet... and through it I've made so many friends."

Evie, who is also also in the pantomime, added: "The Plough is really important to me.

"I've been coming here ever since I was little and I'm also really into acting as well, so I thought it was a great opportunity."

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