Nimisha Parmer showed us the story of the Battle of Bosworth using the ancient Indian dance style of Bharat Natyan. Her son, Aayush, accompanied her on the drums.
I took to the floor next, performing a rather tongue-in-cheek interview between a modern day reporter and the Witch of Daneshill. It's all in my book if you'd like to buy one - The Children's Book of Richard III. I went on to explain how a King's body came to be under a car park in Leicester.
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| Me playing the part of the Witch of Daneshill |
Our grand finale was Richard Buckley, head of Archaeology at Leicester University, the man who led the dig that discovered Richard III's body. He gave us a fascinating insight into what the dig was like and then produced a 'King' in full period armour with sword, dagger, halberd, the lot. It was not only the kids who were excited. We were all fascinated by this King-cum-knight in almost shiny armour.
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| Richard Buckley on the left with a halberd |
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| Richard Buckley demonstrating how a dagger was thrust through Richard III's skull (as you can see he didn't really do it!) |
There are plans for repeat performances so if you missed this one then watch this space for the announcement of our next Richard III extravaganza.
