Pre Production- Script
This post contains my script. I originally did not have one or intend to write one but my audience feedback has told me that this is something that would be worthwhile including. As said on other posts, I did not want a narration over the entire video. Instead, short sections of narration will be included that give the video more context but don't remove the focus from the visuals.
SCRIPT- SUNDERLAND CULTURE PROJECT
Introduction to the piece 0:00-0:31
Sunderland
We are one of the three big cities in the North East of England and are coming together to make a big change within our community.
We have plans to advance- creatively, collaboratively and culturally. With places, buildings and monuments that are rooted deep within Sunderland's history, take a journey through the city's past, present and future to find out why we are bidding for City of Culture 2025.
Sunderland's past- 0:32- 1:41 (approx 50 sec)
Ship building, coal mining, glass blowing.
Sunderland built a name for it's self in all of these areas, and is home to the National Glass Centre.
The city has been shipbuilding since at least the 1300's. Sunderland had a reputation for this for over 6 centuries. The shipyards may now be no longer in operation, but that doesn't mean we have forgotten the mountains of history and heritage that has come from it.
Monkwearmouth Colliery also left a mark on our history books. For over 150 years, Sunderland was well known in the coal mining world.
According to a recent survey, over 60% of Mackems know of a shipbuilder, world war soldier or coalminer in their family history. We are keeping the memory of these people alive. Dedications of these extraordinary people are displayed in places such as the Sunderland Museum.
Drive around City 1:42-3:26
Sunderland is definitely one for tourism and sightseeing. Penshaw Monument, Seaburn beach and the Stadium of Light are a few local favorites.
In August 2018, Sunderland opened its new 'Northern Spire' bridge. This was a £133 million investment.
The city has also invested in transportation such as the Tyne and Wear metro service. We are currently transforming the seaside through new street furniture, planters and paving.
The seafront is home to a sandy beach, seaside promenades, two amusement arcades and two 4 star hotels.
And, of course, you can't talk about Sunderland without mentioning our Netflix-famous football club. Fans have been on a roller coaster journey with the team, but loyalty has always remained. The clubs average attendance stands at over 30,000.
Starting in 2018, 'Sunderland Til I Die' became a hit on Netflix. It gave insight into the clubs ups and downs across 2 seasons and 14 exceptional episodes.
Creative and future advancements 3:26- 4:40
The city is constantly developing. A plan is in place to go through a complete development by 2030. It is being described as transforming into
"a dynamic smart city with more and better jobs, a low-carbon economy and a great choice of housing."
More music and performance venues are also sprouting up. They give regular people the opportunity to be creative or watch events that celebrate and showcase this.
Not forgetting the Sunderland Empire, which has been at the heart of music performances for the city since 1907. The Edwardian theatre has adapted to be able to host shows that are world famous such as School of Rock, Miss Saigon, Wicked and so many more.
Ending 4:40-5:05
Who are we? We are excited by our heritage. We are creative. We are connected. And we are a city with a compelling culture.
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