The proposed merger between South-East Essex College and Thurrock and Basildon College is set to go ahead after approval has been granted by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.

The merger of the two colleges will take place on the 1st of January 2010, and the new combined college will be known as “South Essex College of Further and Higher Education”.

“Unseen 1963″ is an exhibition showcasing a collection of Black and White photos taken at Southend and Romford Odeon cinemas back in their heyday of theatre shows.

Image © Derek Cross

Artists include The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Dusty Springfield, Cliff Richard, The Kinks and many more.

Image © Derek Cross
“Unseen 1963″ starts on Saturday the 7th of November till the 29th November 2009 at the Atelier Gallery, 96 The Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea (opposite the Grand Hotel).

Limited edition prints will be available for sale direct from the gallery, and there will be an opportunity to buy charity raffle tickets for a chance to win a print. Profits of the raffle go to Southend Hospital Radio, serving the patients at Southend Hospital.