Following the signing of a new lease, Summerhall Arts envisages becoming Edinburgh’s leading arts organisation. Its aims are to champion and cultivate creativity, encourage cultural exchange, and offer a vibrant, inclusive programme of multidisciplinary arts that deepens Scotland’s cultural fabric. In addition it looks to providing a community-focused platform with opportunities to support and develop emergingContinue reading “Summerhall Arts Raring to Go After New Lease Signing”
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Conservation Work Begins on John Byrne’s Iconic King’s Theatre Dome Painting
The late John Byrne’s iconic dome design, that stands as an important piece of Edinburgh’s theatrical heritage, is being protected and restored thanks to expert conservation work that is part of the King’s Theatre redevelopment project. John Byrne played an important role in the history of the King’s Theatre through his All the World’s a Stage muralContinue reading “Conservation Work Begins on John Byrne’s Iconic King’s Theatre Dome Painting”
Fruitmarket Gallery’s Annual Bookmarket Hosts Rachel Hazell
Rachel Hazell, who is based between Edinburgh and the Hebridean Isle of Iona, and known as The Travelling Bookbinder, will be sharing all she has learnt about the power of creativity at her talk The Benefit of Booksat this year’s Artists’ Bookmarket at the Fruitmarket Gallery. Rachel has explored and taught this ancient craft of bookbinding allContinue reading “Fruitmarket Gallery’s Annual Bookmarket Hosts Rachel Hazell”
After the End of History: British Working-Class Photography 1989 – 2024 at Stills
Edinburgh’s Stills Gallery is delighted to host the Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition After the End of History: British Working Class Photography 1989 – 2024. The group exhibition brings together working-class artists who use photography to explore the nuances of life in all its diversity today, turning their gaze towards both their communities and out to the wider world.Continue reading “After the End of History: British Working-Class Photography 1989 – 2024 at Stills”
Fruitmarket Hosts Zimbabwean Artist Portia Zvavahera’s First Scottish Exhibition
Born in Harare, Zimbabwe in 1985, Portia Zvavahera is emerging as one of the outstanding artists of her generation. She has developed a painting practice that combines a mix of techniques to construct a visually beguiling personal cosmology featuring figures, creatures, shapes and shadows. Working in a studio in her home in Harare, she weavesContinue reading “Fruitmarket Hosts Zimbabwean Artist Portia Zvavahera’s First Scottish Exhibition”
Young Writers Unlock Creativity Through Traverse Class Act Showcase
Scotland’s youth take centre stage as the Traverse Class Act transforms arts education and accessibility through new story telling. The programme takes the Traverse’s flagship engagement programme on tour, across Aberdeenshire, Ayrshire, Edinburgh, Inverness, Mull and Dumfries & Galloway. engaging over 400 young people from diverse backgrounds. Collaborations with local venues such as Aberdeen Arts Centre, Ayr Gaiety Theatre andContinue reading “Young Writers Unlock Creativity Through Traverse Class Act Showcase”
Scotland’s National Dance Organisation for Young People Appoints New Co-CEOs
YDance (Scottish Youth Dance), Scotland’s national dance organisation for children and young people, announces the appointment with immediate effect of Kelly Shearer and Anna Kenrick as Co-Chief Executive Officers. This leadership team brings a combined wealth of experience and a shared commitment to expanding YDance’s impact across Scotland and beyond, advancing a mission of inclusiveContinue reading “Scotland’s National Dance Organisation for Young People Appoints New Co-CEOs”
Wonder Fools Bring Season Four of Youth Project Positive Stories for Negative Times
Robbie Gordon – Co-founder Robbie is a theatre-maker born in Prestonpans specialising in making work with and for communities. He trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland graduating in 2016 with the Drama in Education Award. He is the joint Artistic Director of Wonder Fools alongside Jack Nurse. And formerly the Creative Engagement Director atContinue reading “Wonder Fools Bring Season Four of Youth Project Positive Stories for Negative Times”
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