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FAQ Below you will find some answers to common questions regarding the Henley Youth Festival. |
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When is the next Henley Youth Festival? |
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It will be held on 8th - 15th March 2008. Look out for posters and pamphlets coming soon. |
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How can I get involved in the Henley Youth Festival? |
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The Henley Youth Festival is open to all children up to the age of 18 who live in Henley or in the surrounding villages of South Oxfordshire, and /or go to school or college in Henley or attend one of the schools that feed into Chiltern Edge or Gillotts. If you've entered the HYF before but have moved out of the area then check with us first before applying.
Every year we run a series of workshops, events and competitions for young people to take part in. It is always held during a week in March. Information is available on this website and specific information on Performing Arts and Competitions together with entry forms are also available through schools and the Henley Library.
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How is the Henley Youth Festival funded? |
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The Henley Youth Festival is a registered charity and is funded
through sponsorship and donations. We also charge for some shows and events to cover costs. |
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What competitions are available? |
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There are Competitions in writing, chess, photography, art, design and film. For some Performing Arts (Music Makers Solos, Young Dancer and Young Singer) trophies donated by the Rotary Club of Henley-on-Thames will be awarded to performances which deserve special recognition at the Gala night. We have asked the Henley Town youth council to come up with ideas for a further competition.
There will be several inter-school sporting tournaments taking place - tag rugby, netball, 5 a side football, hockey and the cross country event. Teams for all these events are organized by schools. Click on Sports for more information.
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Can I enter more than one competition? |
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Yes |
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What performing Arts events will there be? |
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All the usual performing arts will be happening next year. Young Performer, Young Dancer, Music Makers Solos, Music Makers Groups, Young Singer as well as the Festival Gala. We are also holding a Gig Night.
This year there will also be a Schools Cantata: 'Along Came Man' by Linda Marsh. This children’s cantata talks about the world we share with the animals and plants and how we want to ensure our world is a healthy one.
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How long should my performance be? |
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Details are included on the page about your particular event. |
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Do I provide my own backing track / CD / accompaniest? |
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Yes and please make sure your tape/CD is well labelled and the sound is good quality.
If you require a piano accompanist for piano then we can help out with plenty of notice, for a fee. |
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How will I know where to go and when? |
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Once your entry form has been received , the contact person for that event will write to you to let you know where to go and what to expect. Click on Contacts for more information. |
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What happens if I miss the closing date? |
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Phone the contact name dealing with the competition and speak
directly to them - allowances can be made for individual circumstances. |
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Are refreshments available? |
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At most events, yes. Food and drink are not allowed in the Kenton theatre
- but refreshments are allowed in the foyer. |
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How do I get a ticket for an event? |
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A booking form for tickets will be available on this website from mid January 2008 and the box office is open 2 weeks before the start of the Festival week and remains open throughout the week itself. Click on Tickets for more information. |
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Is there parking available? |
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Parking is available for events held at the River and Rowing Christ Church Centre and the Henley College. For events at the Kenton Theatre there is limited on-street parking (metered) and plenty of free parking in the evenings in the evenings in the Waitrose car park in Henley. |
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How can I help? |
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We'd love your help - the HYF is run by a great team of volunteers
- there is always something to do, so please contact us if you 'd like to get involved. |
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Where are the event venues ? |
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Click on Map for more information. |
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How do I obtain a photograph of my child performing/competing? |
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A photographer will be present at most events during the Festival. Photographs will be available to purchase on a restricted website shortly after the event. To purchase photos, please email hyfphotolink@btconnect.com. |
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Will a photo of my child appear on this website? |
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Photos and video of performers and competitors may be used in promotional material and on this website. Should you have any objection to your child's photo or video of your child being used, please notify us by email to emma.lt@btinternet.com. |
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What does the Youth Festival do to ensure the safety of participating children? |
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e Henley Youth Festival has been running for several years and Event Organisers have a wealth of experience to bring to the festival to ensure that all activities take place in a supervised, safe environment. It is the intention of the HYF Trustees and Steering Committee to maintain the strong 'safety culture' that exists throughout all festival events. A 'Staying Safe' Policy, has been developed to ensure this, which is available on request from helenmc.hyf@googlemail.com. |
