Made in England - Teaside; A Travelling Tearoom

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Teaside; A Travelling Tearoom

Meet Rose, Alberto, and Bill who led members of the public into a world of funny, bizarre and poignant tales about what it's like to be in England. They also encouraged peopls to share and record their own stories.

Just how dramatic is a cup of tea? We rely on tea in times of need, times of celebration, and sometimes the tea can actually be the event.

As part of the Made in England project across the north east, a performance company used actors playing characters from all walks of life to help pursuade people to share their stories over a relaxing brew.

See photos and meet the characters

The cast travelled in a caravan decked out like a 1940's tea room. The cosy cushions and flocked wallpaper added a confidential and conspiratorial air. Some came in for two minutes - some twenty - and all enjoyed a tasty cuppa and a natter.

Pictures from the Tea Side tea party!

Led by Rose, Alberto, and Bill, the members of the public delved into a world of funny, bizarre and poignant tales about what it's like to be in England.

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