Toys Are Us

Inspired by humour and absurdity derived from the everyday, Rhea is fascinated by community and the unique ways it presents. She collects objects, photos, film and sound from various archival sources - with the intent to repurpose. Rhea has orchestrated a world of almost familiar through her work.

‘Toys Are Us’ invites visitors into a suspended reality where toys talk. But do we like what they say? Inspired by the many staring oddities found in local Emporiums and charity shops, it is no secret Ramsgate has a long term love affair with forgotten objects.

Expect an animated short film, including visuals and field recordings collected in Ramsgate.

“It was interesting to explore differences in dialect, examining the cadence of voices and pairing movement with this. Both the audio samples and toys/ceramic statues that are featured in the film, have both a familiarity and historical distance about them. This created an unexpected synchronicity between the characters and voices. It made me laugh.”.

Instagram: @rheanurice

Website: rheanurice.xyz

Audiences should expect to observe and engage with sound, the toys will be in the room with us & larger than expected.

Further Information

All ages welcome

Free to access (no need to book). 10 people per installation.

Trigger warnings:

Flashing imagery but no strobe lights.

Some topics containing adult humour.

Venue accessibility:

This installation is situated on the lower ground floor of the gallery. The steps are modern and even under foot. Pushchairs can be left in the gallery upstairs. The gallery and staircase is well lit by overhead lighting, but the lighting for the installation will be dimmed.

Please contact event organisers for details on access and carer tickets.

Transport links:

Paid for parking in nearby car park and roads around the harbour.

10 min walk from Ramsgate Train Station.

The Loop bus route 2 min walk.

Toilets:

Toilet available on the lower ground floor.

Refreshments:

Drinking water available.