High school pupils took advantage of the magnificent surroundings at a local 16th century moated manor for their summer concert.

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Debenham High School’s annual production took place at nearby Crow’s Hall, where parents, carers, family and friends enjoyed a picnic in the grounds, as they listened to music and watched the lower school perform The Tempest in a restored Tudor barn.

East Anglian Daily Times: The summer concert in full swing. Picture: CHRIS GROVERThe summer concert in full swing. Picture: CHRIS GROVER (Image: Copyright Christopher Grover)

Younger pupils explored themes of power, revenge, sibling rivalry, colonialism and deceit – with some laughs along the way.

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With delivery ‘in the round’ the pupils, tested their theatrical skills under direction from drama teacher Max Hardcastle.

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Headteacher Julia Upton said: “We say farewell this year to a group of very talented musicians in Year 11, but there are many more in the wings ready to take the stage in the years to come.”

East Anglian Daily Times: A moment of high drama in The Tempest. Picture: CHRIS GROVERA moment of high drama in The Tempest. Picture: CHRIS GROVER (Image: Copyright Christopher Grover)

The school thanked Caroline Spurrier for her generous welcome, and use of the grounds for two evenings.

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East Anglian Daily Times: The production took place inside a restored Tudor barn. Picture: CHRIS GROVERThe production took place inside a restored Tudor barn. Picture: CHRIS GROVER (Image: Copyright Christopher Grover)