Our Sturts Farm Community drama group, run in partnership with Forest Forge Theatre, presented their end of term sharing to family and friends on Wednesday 9 July. They started with a re-enactment of the well-known tale of The Three Little Pigs, ending with a punchline about the value of hard work in building such a resilient brick house! All very apt given that across the farmyard were some very gorgeous piggies in their brick houses.
This was followed by a beautiful rendering of a poem that the group members devised during the term in rehearsal. Below is a typed-up copy of their script for you to enjoy.
Sturts Farm—a family of friends
Sturts Farm—a family of friends, Who love and care, for one and for all.
We’re farmers, gardeners, shopkeepers too, We cook, we clean, and enjoy a nice brew. There’s art, there’s drama, the occasional moo! Coming together—that’s what we do.
Animals plenty, like sugar and spice— Pigs, cows, and chickens, And teeny-tiny mice.
We learn, we grow, we find our own way, With choices to make, and freedom to play. Independence shines in all that we do, From wild woodland walks to board game crew.
There’s work to be done and plenty of play, With bushcraft and archery to brighten the day. From FarmFest joys to silent disco nights. With all these experiences, we reach new heights.
Sturts Farm—that’s us, come and say hi, We’ll greet you with smiles and a homemade pie.
Sturts Farm—a family of friends, Who love and care, for one and for all.
The Sturts Farm Community drama group performing their poem in the beautiful barn where they rehearse weekly
Our Sturts Farm Community drama group meet during term time on Wednesdays 2.30-4pm at a barn on site at West Moors, Ferndown in Dorset.
About Sturts Farm Community
The Sturts Farm Community, part of the Sturts Community Trust in Dorset, is a Camphill Community that has been providing land-based work opportunities, individualised support, and supported living for adults with learning disabilities for over 30 years. Located on a 90-acre organic biodynamic farm, the community focuses on sustainability and offers various social initiatives, including farming, horticulture, and home care.
