Sewell Barn Theatre space for presentations, meetings and other private hire uses. Originally the barn belonged to Clare House which was owned by Philip Sewell, a local benefactor, from 1864 to 1906. Anna Sewell, author of the children’s story "Black Beauty", was Philip’s sister and lived in the White House, Spixworth Road, Spixworth. Philip owned a mare called Black Bess which used to draw his carriage along Spixworth Road and it might be supposed that Bess was the original inspiration for Black Beauty, and the barn a prototype for Black Beauty’s stable. The book was published by Jarrolds in 1877. Philip Sewell died
James Sewell Ballet four life lessons of Communication, Coordination, Cooperation, and Discipline through an interactive dance demonstration and lecture program. JSB’s First Chance Dance Program offers reduced-price mainstage performances to families with young children. These programs consist of an informal, 60-minute Saturday morning showing that provides young audiences an introduction to the dance community. In addition to these programs, James Sewell Ballet also emphasizes mentorship activities with local dance students as part of its residency activities. The majority of works performed by James Sewell Ballet are the choreography of artistic director James Sewell. Since 1990, James Sewell Ballet has performed over 70 of