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engage/enquire International Conference 2011

Posted: 27 Oct 2011 06:37 AM PDT

WorkInProgressThe engage/enquire International Conference has become a major annual event that brings together over 200 arts and education professionals from the UK and other countries.

This year from the 14 – 16 November 2011 the big event will be held at the Turner Contemporary and the Winter Gardens, Margate.

Theme

During a decade of increased investment, the number and visibility of artists working with participants has grown rapidly. Posts and activities have flourished in this changing cultural landscape. A curatorial interest in artists' projects that actively engage the public has led to much discussion in the sector.

'Work in Progress' will explore and reflect on artists' participatory practices and consider strategies for working in the visual arts and learning in a restricted economic climate.

  • How does artists' practice provide opportunities for participation?
  • Who are educators and artists collaborating with, and to what end?
  • What do participants want and expect from engagement?
  • Are we getting culture in, or getting culture out?
  • Are our arts organisations sites of reception or sites of production?
  • Do we all – educators, curators, artists and participants – have a shared understanding of what participation is?

Programme

With a range of international speakers and a new round-table format providing increased opportunities for lively discussion and debate, the event will be a chance to refocus, network with colleagues and bring fresh ideas to your practice.

To find out more and to make your booking please visit: http://www.engage.org/conference/

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Posted: 04 Nov 2011 03:42 AM PDT

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Date for State of the arts: artists shaping the world is announced

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:00 AM PDT

Arts Council EnglandThe long-awaited State of the arts, the national conference for the arts and culture sector, has been announced by the ACE last week to take place on 14 February 2012 at The Lowry, Salford.

The event will be hosted by Arts Council England in conjunction with the BBC, The Lowry, Salford City Council and Manchester City Council.

An exciting programme of presentations and debates from a diverse array of key figures will be announced on the ACE website shortly. This year's conference will also feature significant opportunities for pre-event digital involvement and engagement, and an evening of pre-conference arts activities produced by Manchester International Festival on 13 February.

The ACE will release another announcement when bookings open. This event is aimed at senior level management from arts and cultural organisations, artists and senior figures involved in the arts from agencies, local authorities, higher education and the media. Keep your eyes peeled on http://www.artscouncil.org.uk for further announcements.

East Midlands Visual Arts Network announces its new website

Posted: 01 Nov 2011 02:10 PM PDT

The East Midlands Visual Arts Network (EMVAN) has developed a new website – now live – for the use and benefit of the region's visual arts sector. www.emvan.net has been conceived...

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Posted: 02 Nov 2011 11:31 AM PDT


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New Directions - The NRTF Showcase 2012 at Warwick Arts Centre

Posted: 01 Nov 2011 06:51 AM PDT

On the 15th and 16th June 2012 the NRTF (National Rural Touring Forum) will launch a bi-annual showcase festival curated by China Plate and hosted at Warwick Arts Centre.
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Art, music and mulled wine Chipping Campden 4/5/6 Nov

Posted: 02 Nov 2011 05:17 AM PDT

The Cotwold countryside is looking amazing this Autumn, and this weekend the historic Art and Crafts village of Chipping Campden is the venue for an exhibition by professional group...

Slap Night presents Sicknote

Posted: 02 Nov 2011 05:33 AM PDT

November 19th, 7.30pm.
BACK TO WORCESTER BY POPULAR DEMAND, THE WORCESTER ARTS WORKSHOP PRESENTS: SICKNOTE Come and move to some breakbeat, electro punk from Cardiff.... 'Underground Techno Punk,...

Radio: Developer, G Media

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 08:00 AM PDT

Developer Opportunity - Know someone? Recommend them and if they get the gig, we'll give you £250!

We are seeking a developer to join the growing team at our office in Sheffield.

We work in radio, an exciting and vibrant industry, and we're looking for someone who brings ideas and passion to match.
You should know a thing or two about mobile app development, be that iOS, Android or both.

Plus we'd love it if you knew your way around Linux and Windows servers. Design, PHP and SQL skills will come in handy too.

Our clients expect us to innovate in technology and creativity, so we work fast to introduce new concepts and services. The successful candidate will need to be motivated to prioritize and meet deadlines, seek challenges and solve problems.

You'll need excellent customer rapport, as the role requires communicating either by phone or email to ensure work meets client requirements.

The candidate should be talented, enthusiastic, and have a keen eye for detail.

Duties
• Develop new and existing products and services

Key skills required
• Experience developing for iOS and/or Android
• Excellent knowledge of PHP, HTML, CSS, jQuery
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows servers
• Able to work on PC and Mac
• Ability to learn and develop on new platforms quickly

Desirable
• Knowledge of user experience design
• Previous use of content management systems
• Keen interest in new technologies such as HTML 5 and CSS 3
• Knowledge of Adobe CS5 products

Job Hours
This is a full time position working Mon – Fri 09:00 – 17:30 with occasional travel and weekend work when required.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

BBC Radio 4 - Opening Lines

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:26 AM PDT

We're writing this as the first short stories for the new series of Opening Lines start to land on our desk.

About to enter its 12th year, the series showcases new and emerging writers, sourced directly from the hundreds of unsolicited submissions the team receives each year.

From this pool we select three stories to be read by actors and broadcast on BBC Radio 4. We're excited that this year we are launching a special Opening Lines webpage and we will be publishing the transcripts of the six strongest stories on it. This gives us the chance to profile those stories which perhaps aren't best suited to being read out loud but are nevertheless fantastic examples of the genre.

There's always a sense of anticipation when we begin the reading process. There are a team of ten readers and we particularly enjoy getting together to champion our favourites.

It's always nice in the covering letter when writers give us a little bit of background info to the genesis of their story. In the past we've broadcast published stories, stories written specifically for Opening Lines and on more than one occasion a story which turns out to be the very first time a writer has put pen to paper. The only strict rule is that a writer must be new to radio.

We're on the look out for those writers with an original voice who perhaps explore familiar territory but with a subtle twist which makes you feel like you are reading about it for the first time. Strong stories and intriguing central characters always go down well - no surprises there!

We often get asked questions about subject-matter but we really don't want to tell you what to write - your story can be about anything, just remember that the slot goes out in the afternoon so there's a strong chance that children will be listening.

We can't recommend enough that you listen to the Radio 4 Afternoon Reading short story slot as this is the best way of finding out what works well being read out loud.

We look forward to receiving your work.

Gemma Jenkins is the producer of BBC Radio 4's Opening Lines programme.

Opening Lines is now open to unsolicited submissions of short stories from writers new to radio for its new series. Find out more about how you can submit on the opportunities page.

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Posted: 03 Nov 2011 03:53 PM PDT

Hello im currently looking for a student/ semi professional who's willing to work on a short experimental documentary about a man who lives in a house which numerous rooms have been untouched for...

Birmingham’s Theatre-ish Christmas Party – 14 December

Posted: 04 Nov 2011 02:32 AM PDT

Save the Date – 14th December
@AE Harris 8pm til late

Everyone connected with the wider world of theatre in Birmingham and beyond is invited to share a night together. Cheap bar and dancing…Chill out room and conversation…Cabaret stage and laughter…Basic food and sophisticated company!

This event is being organised collaboratively. If you wish to contribute, please tell us. If you plan on coming and bringing people, an RSVP would help.

Email: party@stanscafe.co.uk

 

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Monologue Social and fundraiser for Equity Central England Branch

Posted: 04 Nov 2011 02:21 AM PDT

You are warmly invited to a fundraising social event on Monday 14th November at Old Joint Stock [function room ] at 7.30pm till later! We are organising a monologue competition, impro, quiz and raffle to raise funds for local Equity meetings. All actors and creative people whether in Equity or not are most welcome to come along, network and have some pre xmas fun. Please support those actors taking part in the monologue round OR even better take part yourself!

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Changes to the MusicLeader Programme & Website

Posted: 04 Nov 2011 12:59 AM PDT

Important information about the services you currently access.

News in Brief

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 05:42 PM PDT

3 Nov 11 - 31 Jan 12Call for artists Project 2012 Project 2012 TBA
29 Nov 11Breaking into the Film and TV Industry at the iconic Pinewood Studios! First Light Pinewood Studios Workshop
08 Dec 11Publish! A Day of Innovation on the Future of the Book Media Futures in partnership with Cyprus Well Watershed, Bristol Conference
15 Dec 11Lights! Characters! Action! Ipswich Electrifiers Speakers' Club Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, Felaw Maltings, Felaw St, Ipswich Workshop
28 Mar 12
Creating Safety: child protection and youth arts Training
Organiser: Artswork
Venue: The Garage, Norwich
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Gay Birmingham: Back to Back

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 01:40 PM PDT

Delve into Birmingham's hidden gay past

17-19th & 22-26th November

Women & Theatre present live performances within the National Trust Back to Back Housing on Hurst Street. Gay Birmingham, Back to Back uncovers the lost histories of Birmingham's queer people from the 1850s – 1970s.

1840s: Meet Charles, a manual labourer, Birmingham born and bred, who spent most of his life in institutions, ending up in All Saints Asylum for 'committing unnatural acts'.

1920s: Meet Fred 'Freda' Barnes: Saltley-born butchers boy turned Music Hall Megastar; flamboyant, disgraced and forgotten.

1940s: Meet Annette, wife and mother, as she looks back on meeting the love of her life in wartime inner city Birmingham. The memory lingers on…

 1970s: Meet Leila, a young woman from 2011 searching to find evidence of Someone Like Her in the 1970's. What can she piece together from the snippets she finds in the old tailors shop?

Each performance lasts approximately 1 hour, and please note that the audience will be moving around and standing for the duration.

various show times – pre booking essential

Phone 0844 249 1895 or book online at the National Trust

presented as part of SHOUT Festival 2011 www.shoutfestival.co.uk

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Book a slot for “On Call” and get some free and impartial advice!

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 01:35 PM PDT

 "On Call" is a chance for companies and individuals to meet informally with established producers and enablers, for some impartial advice and exchange about ideas and projects.

Liz Tomlin,  Sarah-Jane Watkinson and Thomas Wildish will be 'On Call' in the CafĂ© Bar at The Public on Wednesday 9th November from 5pm – 6.30pm, prior to Pilot at 7pm.

– Liz Tomlin (Lecturer in Drama at University of Birmingham / Writer & Director with Geiger Counter: emerging artists, setting up companies, undergraduate and postgraduate options in theatre)

– Sarah-Jane Watkinson (Freelance consultant, project manager and producer: organisational development, fundraising, participatory and community work)

– Thomas Wildish (General Manager, Foursight Theatre: producing, touring, company management, marketing)

You can just turn up to take advantage of some free advice, but it you'd like to book a slot please email thomaswildish@foursighttheatre.co.uk


The LAMDA Showcase and Certificates Presentation Evening

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 01:31 PM PDT

On: 25th November 2011    7.30-10.30pm
At: The Library Theatre, Chamberlain Square, B3 3HQ
You will see extracts from 25+ varied plays (comedy, drama, classic and contemporary), performed by members taking LAMDA exams in Acting, Musical Theatre and Choral Speaking. Performers range from aged 9-19 and will be presenting solo, duo and group pieces – very useful for audition ideas! You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and soak up the process for  taking exams with Stage2.

This is also the night when Stage2 Certificates are presented for all the fabulous work and commitment shown in Summer 2011.

Tickets £6 on the door or £4 in advance from Ethan Hudson in the Marketplaces on Saturdays


Music & More- Flatpack Festival

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:40 AM PDT

Join 7 Inch Cinema who will be delving through dusty archives, old microfilms and a fair bit of Wikipedia to bring you entertainment devoted to this one apparently insignificant day- 17th November.

£3 on the door

Please visit www.ikon-gallery.co.uk for more information.

Start Date: 
17 Nov 2011 - 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Distance from home 3,629.19 mi

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Posted: 03 Nov 2011 07:17 AM PDT

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