THE newly formed Watchet Children’s Drama Club have been learning new skills rooted in ancient Chinese culture. 

They spent a day of designing and making their own shadow puppet theatres using cardboard boxes, garden canes, translucent paper and household lamps.

Working in groups, they created entertaining stories and performed them to a delighted audience. 

"It was wonderful to introduce the children to another aspect of drama and performance", said Pete Stevenson, chairman of the club.

Judy Robinson, club secretary, said, "The joy on the children’s faces as they performed their plays brought tears to my eyes.”

The club meets at 4.45pm on Thursdays at Knights Templar School, usually during term time, and all children aged five to 13 are welcome to join. More details from Pete Stevenson, [email protected]