Some spontaneous feedback
well done Jo and team what an achievement - its
was fantastic. Incredible experience and
what an audience! I could really see how
well it was all supported - wonderful.
best
Barbara
Barbara Santi
awen productions CIC, Director | Producer
Godolphin was absolutely brilliant we thought,
the best Shallal production we’ve seen and great that so many people came to watch,
Lin and Ian While
Questionnaires
written responses below
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6. Were there any barriers to attending the event?
not to far to walk and good amenities
i had a lift
local position, easy to park, beautiful setting
walking and not knowing
8. Did you enjoy the event?
Wonderful concept - very moving
It was beautiful inclusive creative
wonderful - so inclusive
9. Why?
lovely people, lovely music, lovely place, lovely story, lovely
atmosphere
everyone was so happy
it was magical and looked lovely
wonderful
The “play’ was moving ( not in
the least sentimental, funny, and very professional.
very evocative
I found it moving, loved the veils tableau,
dancing music, inclusive of all.
uplifting, fun
It really moved me
Impressive emotional content
Loved seeing our daughter perform
wonderful Shallal!
so focused
it broke boundaries
wonderful performance- very moving
It was very moving, creative and entertaining
with lovely music
Shallal lets us see what beautiful things people
can do. No barriers.
Variety of humour, serious, costume, great
inclusive
So impressed by how you bring out the expression
from your friends (totally unexpected on house visit from Australia)
Fantastic dancing and perfect setting
because of the inclusion aspect
inclusive and fluid
Celebrating the Natural History of my Ancestors
so high quality
informative and well acted
creativity and team work
The monologue was ongoing, the venue very
special
It was different and very expressive
beautiful setting, great interpretation,
fantastic theme
combination of music and dance in beautiful
setting
different
it all fitted so beautifully- music and movement
all
ALWAYS UNIQUE
interactive/entertaining
had everything sad funny emotional
great to see such an inclusive show
It showed fantastic talent
so moving, lovely music. Well done all
Everyone worked so hard despite any disabilities
beautiful music, beautiful to see them in this
setting
much more wonderful to see this group rather
than professionals in this space
the dancers moved beautifully
It was exquisitely beautiful
the expressions/movement spoke volumes
Because the dancing was good and the acting as
well
inventive and inclusive
It was inspirational
entertaining and inclusive
UPLIFTING
Beautiful. inspiring!
made me cry lovely
beautiful venue, beautiful dancing, mesmerising
and funny
so innovative and moving
10. Did the Event highlight any local heritage themes for you?
yes a lot 11. never been here before
Being an old manor house enhanced the performance
never been here, liked the connectivity
Unable to put the energy into words
it shows what Godolphin House would be like in the past
stories of Godolphin
Ancient Doorways and Architecture
Bal maidens and mining - a local tradition
wonderful to embrace Cornish heritage
Godolphin a great venue
Themes throughout the show and songs highlighted different relevant historic events
I haven’t been to Godolphin before
It is an old house
story of Lady Godolphin
History of Godolphin House
Godolphin
11. Please explain
They used the site beautiful. They made it more
attractive
History of the house
Not always sure what it was all about but all
was so enchanting
Conjured up feeling of the past ( i.e. Pre- WW1)
and the value of artefacts which go with it.
Sir William Godolphion died when he fell off his
horse
Conjured up a vision of times gone by
history of mining, Godolphin house history
yes a little 10. a bit go Godolphin History was
included
great music original dances
The buildings history
Godolphin History - possible version
story of godolphin
local heritage
Godolphin House History, Mining above and below
stairs
learning about history of Godolphin
History of Godolphin family
made me aware of the history of Godolphin House
never knew this place existed
mutual support and publicity
Lady Godolphin a joy
needed to know background
History of Godolphin House
not sure- arrived after it started
unexpected story telling
encouraging to see that people with special
needs have the opportunity to express themselves
unsure what they are
12. Did the Shallal event enhance your experience of the location?
They brought histories to life
weather /situation
See per war quote,brought house to life in a
gentle convincing way, Far more vivid /convincing/authoritative than Living
History
seeting and costume relating to the period
enhanced experience of location
very atmospheric
stories - it brought the building to life in a
magical way
13. Please explain
Gave the dance a context
superb place
its utterly beautiful
a great venue
PERFECT- BEST EVER
yes a little 12. know the place well
Enhanced tales of the location
Outside experience, garden, trees against house,
sunshine and shade.
Perfect back drop for a great inclusive event
It was a lovely experience
Brought some life to the area
wonderful grand setting
Brought it alive
it is beautiful - here would like to return
Right People, Right Place, Right Time
reminded me of Glormangast
lovely relaxed event
The utmost respect shown to the buildings and
surroundings
references
The house and those who lived in it came to
life. It was a haunting experience
new place for us (we’re other end of Cornwall)
great use of the space, will definitely come
alive for me, make next visit
very complimentary to the environment
such a backdrop lent towards all movement etc
house /pillars /garden whole area
The columns and brickwork gave an excellent
backdrop. Sitting on a circle was excellent
a wonderful setting
Felt we were not alone ( Eileen Herzberg was
here)
brilliant location beautiful setting
topics gave some perspective
The performance totally suited the environment
The pillars raised entrance and green circle
It was very clever
special sunny beautiful
Lovely walk through the woods
Godolphin House
14. Did the event enable you to increase your understanding of inclusive arts?
I had never considered inclusion to dance
so inclusive
know bit more of what can be achieved
yes a
little
well used to it
15. Please explain
They were so professional and talented.
As always!
Not sure reply 14. I am an ex-professional
theatre, then start Falmouth School of art and “lead” not
best word but something like that - where we have two handicapped regular
dances
Working together all ages and abilities
creative.
Always need to see these events in person to
fully understand
So full of talent
it epitomised inclusivity
incredible diversity
It was wonderful to see all the performers
together as equal
I alreadty understand inclusive arts but it’s always a joy to see and have it
reinforced
yes increased understanding of inclusive arts
The interaction between able and lessable was inspiring
loved the way able worked with less able
Too much write here
already familiar
First time with expressive dancing
awareness of different levels of
ability/mobility etc working collaboratively
Visually ‘see’ people
with a disability but in the performance their disability is almost invisible “ How it should be”
can see what can be achieved
Everyone being equal and able
As i haven’t experienced many inclusive arts events - only Echoes dance co .
very much enjoyed it and want to thank the cast for their hard work and
professionalism :)
Everyone regardless of availability played an
integral and important part
Enhanced knowledge. Great to see all involved
my wife runs an inclusive cornish dance co. it
shows people who wouldn’t
have a chance to perform in public
just love seeing everyone together exploring
universal themes of humanity - we are all the same at heart
I was particularly moved by the performance of 2
paralysed women. Incredibly beautiful
nothing can prevent expression from the soul
everyone all abilities to a high standard
Shallal are always inclusive exemplary
cast members including with learning
difficulties
16. Would you come to a Shallal event again?
Absolutely
Enjoyed it very much
Enjoyable to watch
Its rare to see ‘inclusive arts’ so often the performances are for the converted not the “public”
to support and encourage
It was very unusual and to support people we
know ( Apex and Creative Brain)
if in area and available
we don’t
live in the area
if i have a lift with a friend
17. Any other comments
Very moving
wonderful
wonderful
such a worthwhile experience for both cast and
audience
Full of admiration. Worthwhile. Keep up the
fight( which it must be) despite ‘philistine
un-imaginative government
Shame it was only one performance at Godolphin
House
FANTASTIC!
It is great that NT are onboard with this
project - may there be more at Godolphin
and other NT venues.
wonderful
45 min good length Variety of song and spoken
word. Variety of dance. Loved the horses
best show yet
Best Shallal show in along time
Thank you
What an amazing charity!
Great direction and management choreography in
keeping with Shallal and funding
Looking forward to next one
Thank you for an amazing show
Excellent!
was as unexpected addition to the day, so very
pleasing …PL17 8PH
well done!!
well done
Thank you
very good - inspiring- sorry missed first half
very enjoyable
we enjoyed the performance
All beautiful. Thank you.
thought it was “brilliant”
Bravo Brilliant
It was an amazing production and both fun and
moving. We had tears at the end.
Keep going
more please
Really enjoyed the whole show, fantastic!
Well done to all involved
Thank you for a truly lovely experience
It was very good and i enjoyed it a lot
Congratulations on a superb performance
need clipboards to rest this form on or pens!
needs more organising
loved it
it was all so lovely
