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Hope you’re all having a good week so far.
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Thank you to all of you who got in touch to share their events and opportunities.
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A reminder that our next get meet up is on Monday 22nd May, 10am at City Eye.
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This month, It'll be the usual laid-back CHAOS set up with plenty of time to say hello and catch up on what we've all been up to.
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We're currently finalising dates and details for the following few meetings and will be sharing more over the next week or so. Watch this space for news on the first of our new CHAOS masterclasses which will be coming up very soon! We'll be focusing on copyright and intellectual property law with the chance to get advice and tips from an expert speaker.
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Now it's time to take a look below to the brilliant things going on in the City over the next few weeks, including exhibitions, workshops and opportunities.
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If you didn't already know... What is CHAOS?: The CHAOS Network aims to bring together the Creatives, Heritage and Arts Of Southampton. Whether you are a creative business, a voluntary arts group or an independent artist, we'd love to see you at the next network meeting, everyone is welcome to discuss all things cultural in the city. Bring your news and events, do some networking and have a coffee with us.
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Becky Honeycombe-Foster
CHAOS Coordinator
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Join us in and around Millers Pond Local Nature Reserve for new activities aiming to strengthen connections to Southampton's urban wilds. Informal sessions using creative and explorative ways of engaging with the setting, as well as a new monthly "Wild Art" group taking inspiration from the natural resources on site.
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These sessions are supporting the PhD practice of local interdisciplinary practitioner Rae Turpin, whose research is exploring collaborative practices of multispecies belonging in the urban wilds. Visit our website, find us on Facebook or reach out to Rae (rjturpin9@gmail.com) for more details.
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Drawing on the Outside Exhibition
26 May - 4th June (Friday - Sunday only)
Drawing on the Outside is a programme of making sessions for men, a space for
socialising and drawing together. The exhibition at God’s House Tower showcases
the work the group has been making together since September 2023 and is a
culmination of the first phase of the project.
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On Saturday 27 May, 2-4pm the group will be in God’s House Tower hosting an
afternoon of drawing and conversation inspired by the outdoors. An invitation to
come and draw with us, find out more about the project and meet the men who have
been taking part in the sessions so far.
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For further information email drawingontheoutside@gmail.com
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Image credit ‘Men Drawing at Swaythling Train Station, 27 October 2022’
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All Aboard Festival is back for 2023!
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Sat June 10th 1-7pm Near Cobden Bridge, St Denys
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Year 5 and more frolicks and musical shenanigans on and near the River Itchen's edge in the vicinity of Cobden Bridge
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We have launched our YOUR BRAIN EXPLAINED performance tour to schools, colleges and youth organisations across Hampshire!
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In 2023, theatre project ‘Your Brain Explained’ will support young people aged 11-25 in Hampshire to develop a dynamic understanding of positive brain health through our brand new theatre production.
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Your Brain Explained supports the PSHE health and wellbeing curriculum, enabling young people to make well-informed, positive choices for themselves around brain health through our interactive play.
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Using neuroscience & immersive theatre, young people are guided into their brains to explore how physical, mental & social activities, alongside sleep, can promote positive mental wellbeing to reduce their chances of developing early onset dementia by 40%.
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This totally FREE experience looks at brain health through the eyes of a young person and how we can make positive lifestyle changes to help us in later years. For further information, you can watch our promo video here.
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If you would like to have Theatre for Life visit your young people and perform this piece in the Autumn term, please use the BOOKING FORM.
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Exhibition:
Art for Climate Action: Community Projects: Now until 21st May 2023
Art for Climate Action is a programme that explores the role that art has to play in
encouraging people to connect with environmental issues to bring about meaningful
change in perceptions and behaviours. We believe that art has the power to make change and encourage radical thinking, enabling us to imagine and build a better future together.
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Events:
Art for Climate Action Sharing Event: Saturday 13th May, 2pm - 4.30pm
Join artists, Lizzie Jones and Harry Meadows as they explore ideas about art, activism and the climate crisis, asking questions such as: what role can art play in bringing about meaningful change? What are the challenges of taking Action on Climate?
Visit the GHT website to read the full schedule for the day and book your free ticket
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2023 marks the fifth anniversary of the RIPE programme. To celebrate, ‘a space’ arts have commissioned a series of short films by RIPE artists, past and present.
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The artists have responded to the theme ‘future’, whether that relates to their own future, the future of their art practice, the art world, the RIPE programme, Old Northam Road, the city, or the world.
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Join the XR Art Group and find out how to create DIY artworks, from printing on clothes, to making flags and eye-catching posters!
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Extinction Rebellion (XR) is an international movement that uses non-violent civil
disobedience in an attempt to halt mass extinction and minimise the risk of social collapse due to climate change and environmental degradation. XR protests have always been colourful and distinctive, with the well-known ‘hourglass’ symbol representing the movement and imagery depicting plants, animals and the natural world. Come find out how these images are used to create DIY artworks.
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Bring your own clothes to add a block print to, make a block print patch or use existing
materials to design your own placard
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This month’s entertainment at GHT Lates is brought to you by the team at Something
Comedy – Southampton’s newest comedy night. Three of the UK’s most exciting up-and-coming comedians and host Verity Babbs will be bringing laughs to the gatehouse. Between filling your belly and belly-laughing, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Gods House Tower after-hours, view the current exhibition and enjoy some authentic Thai street food by Mamas Kitchen.
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Self-guided Safeguarding training from Artswork Professional Development
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Artswork are committed to enhancing and raising the standard of youth arts practice, and have been delivering training for arts and cultural practitioners and organisations for over 30 years. All of our courses are developed in consultation the arts education and youth sectors, and are open not just to arts organisations but to businesses looking to include creativity as part of their business model and practice. We now offer a number of our most popular courses in a self-guided format, enabling you to progress at your own rate, including Safeguarding training contextualised for the Arts. Find out more here
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GET DOWN TO TURNER SIMS FOR SOME PERFECT SUMMER NIGHTS…
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Turner Sims Southampton presents its third year of Summer Nights, back with a bang with a range of events from 7 to 20 July! Expect incredible artists and awe-inspiring live music, a festival vibe without a tent or a welly boot in sight. Trailblazing saxophonist Jess Gillam launches the festival, joined by her brilliant ensemble, followed by one of the UK’s brightest new stars, soul singer Mica Millar. Younger audiences can enjoy performances, activities and workshops with the return of the fabulous FREE Family Summer Day on Sunday 9 July. Experience all the drama, tension, heartache and heartbreak of the greatest music from theatre over the last century with the ever-popular Joe Stilgoe.
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Pack your picnic on Friday 14 July for A Southampton Summer Night, which this year is guest curated by The Art House CIC. Featuring Babsie Brown and The Miniature Orchestra, Spitdust, Pip Summers and The Wandering Waterbears, a DJ set from Sir Hubert Carpet, and a lion roaming the foyer, discover the wealth of unique musical talent in Southampton.
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Encounter impetuous singing and amazing stomp dancing as Welsh harpist Catrin Finch performs with Colombian joropo band Cimarrón. The series finishes with some of opera’s most romantic and luscious melodies, as Welsh National Opera Orchestra present Music from the Heart.
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Calling ALL Revolting Children!
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Returning for one day only this summer! Following our sell-out Matilda workshops earlier in the year, we're SUPER excited to be returning to Southampton to run our Matilda workshop one final time!
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Matilda The Musical took to the screen at the end of 2022 and we’re struggling to find a child who hasn’t been feeling a little bit NAUGHTY ever since! We're inviting keen singers, dancers & performers from Southampton, Romsey, Eastleigh, Hedge End & surrounding areas across Hampshire to join us for 3 hours of Matilda themed fun this June half term!
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Our workshop leaders will teach you some iconic Matilda choreography and will have you singing at the top of your lungs to your favourite songs from the film & show. Alongside this, we’ll be exploring the wondrous story of Matilda with drama games and crafts, allowing you to gain confidence and make new friends.
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Our Matilda workshop is recommended for children aged 5 - 11 years, although anyone aged 5 - 16 is welcome to join us. All children who participate will leave with a Matilda Performing Arts Workshop certificate of participation.
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Time: Doors at 6:30pm
Show at 7:30pm
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Tickets: £15 in advance, £17 on the door
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Pit your wits against JB Fletcher at Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote an interactive screening of a classic episode of Murder, She Wrote.
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Early bird tickets £15, standard tickets £20
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Hosted by Marcus Tisson with Paul Cox, President Obonjo, Ola Labib, Travis Booth Millard. After the comedy it's party time with DJ Stunna playing the best in R&B, hip hop, garage and more till late raising mental health awareness and making people smile.
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Tickets £20 ADV - £22 OTD
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An evening of burlesque & vaudeville. Back by popular demand after a run of three incredible sell out shows at The Stage Door, the travelling, erotic, hypnotic, chaotic vaudeville show Hundred Watt Club are back for a glittering, risqué & ridiculous evening of burlesque, cabaret, comedy & sideshow acts all wrapped up in a feisty, tongue in cheek ribbon! Dazzling line up TBA!
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Tickets: £15 Early Bird, £19 Standard Tickets and £20 OTD
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The Bowie Experience are the best Bowie tribute band in the UK. They have toured extensively throughout the world with their critically acclaimed shows. This is a 2 hour show and The Bowie Experience’s set will be a true reflection on David Bowie’s long and eclectic career, mixing deep cuts with all-time fan favorites. With costume changes & a huge sound, this gig really is one for the true 'Diamond Dogs' and the dedicated 'Cat People'!
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Roustabout Theatre: Dinosaurs and All That Rubbish
Saturday 13 th May, 3pm
Man’s dream to reach the stars leaves the world in ruins and disturbs the sleeping
dinosaurs. Will they wake up and save planet Earth? An imaginative adaptation of Michael Foreman’s environmental tale with dancing dinosaurs and fuelled by rock’n’roll. This riotous hour, packed with signature Roustabout silliness, will have you tapping your toes from start to finish!
Book online
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Sustainability Hub: Big Ideas Day
Saturday 13 th May, 10am-3pm
The Point’s Big Ideas Day is back and showcasing the best community and creative action Eastleigh Borough has to offer. Everyone is invited to join un with the free activities on offer from storytelling to eco arts and crafts. The popular Marketplace of Change returns, showcasing plentiful ideas for how we can look after our planet.
Learn more
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Inclusive Cinema: Elvis
Tuesday 23 rd May, 10.30am
The life of American music icon Elvis Presley, from his childhood to becoming a rock and movie star in the 1950s. Our inclusive cinema screenings are designed to create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for people with Dementia, learning or physical difficulties and their families and carers and are open to all who’d like to join us.
Book now
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Bonus Round: Quiz Night with a Twist!
Friday 26 th May, 7pm
Grab your grey matter and buckle up for the return of our quiz night with a twist! Between each round there will be a short performance from a local artist of something they are currently working on, to give the festivities a theatrical flavour!
Book now
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JHG Collective:
JHG Collective is a youth programme open to anyone aged 14-19. We need
enthusiastic creatives to work as a team exploring our current exhibitions through
conversation, making and questioning. You don’t have to be good at art to join, as
long as you are willing to share your ideas and get creative! Join us on the 27th May
for games and pizza as an introductory session!
Free sessions run fortnightly between 2:30-4:30pm.
13 th May 2023, 2.30pm–4.30pm
27 th May 2023, 2.30pm–4.30pm
10 th June 2023, 2:30pm-4:30pm
24 th June 2023, 2:30pm-4:30pm
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Meet the Deep Sea: Should we mine the seabed?
Join John Hansard Gallery and Quay Arts for a special film screening, panel
discussion and creative workshop. This event will run at both John Hansard Gallery
and Quay Arts, Isle of Wight.
13th May 2pm-5pm
More info here
Book here
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There's loads going on at Tudor House and Gardens, SeaCity Museum and Southampton City Gallery over the next few weeks. Whether you're looking for family friendly half term activities or just a bit of rest and relaxation, we've got you covered.
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Tues 30th May - Friday 2nd June
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Take time out for yourself, switch your phone off and slow down at this creative group for grown-ups. Each month, artist and teacher Sarah L Goy will guide you to discover different media in a relaxing and exploratory way. The focus of these sessions is rest, relaxation, and permission to experiment!
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This lovely heritage activity has risen in popularity again recently and is great for reusing a variety of materials. The beautiful garden at Tudor House will provide the perfect inspiration as we start by creating a small sample piece to practise the technique and then move on to creating your own design.
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Spinning Saturday at Tudor House and Garden
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Sat 24th June
To celebrate Southampton’s rich history as one of the official wool ports of the Medieval period with demonstrations of spinning and weaving, you can talk to spinners and weavers demonstrating their craft, enjoy a woolly children’s trail around the house and take a selfie on the “woolsack”.
All activities in the house are included in the normal admission price.
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Find out about our full programme of events here
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Saturday, 6th May - Friday 21st July
The Nutshell Arts CIC Winchester
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An exhibition exploring personal stories of loss through restaging family photographs, by artist Simon Bray. Loved&Lost invites participants to explore their experience of loss through restaging a family photograph and recording an interview. It has been presented in galleries across the UK and featured on The One Show and BBC Breakfast TV, reaching an audience of over 10 million people. In 2020, Simon was commissioned by The Guardian to make a series of stories with participants who lost family members due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Nutshell will present eight stories from Loved&Lost, told through portrait photography, interview quotes and projected photofilms. This includes the first story that Simon made for the project on St. Giles’ Hill, Winchester, that of his mum and late father, which also features in the book, Loved&Lost - Volume 1, which will also be available.
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IMPROBABLE CLUB • Creativity workshops for ages 10-14
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The Improbable Club is a space for pre and young teens to explore creativity in playful art based activities. A space to disconnect from devices and connect to a friendly group, in a non-competitive environment. Through playing, participants are encouraged to think out of the box, and to experiment in painting, writing, making, moving and much more, focusing on the process rather than the results. The aim is for children to be able to listen to their own voices and express themselves with freedom, so they can gain confidence to contribute to the world with their uniqueness. Let's bring the joy back to creating, getting curious about the improbable and going beyond the expected!
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Prices: £8 per session, or £21 for a package of 3 sessions
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CALL FOR ART
all ashore exhibition at St Deny's Boat Club, first 3 weekends June 2023.
All media accepted.
Max 3 works per artist ( £3 for each exhibited piece )
We are looking for work that loosely corresponds to the title, or takes inspiration from Southampton's location on the water.DEADLINE: 28/05/23
See our website for entry forms and details
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We have a new and exciting opportunity as we are recruiting a Content Creator.
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This is genuinely an exciting time to join the organisation as from April 2023 a new business plan will introduce new commercial activities to balance our cultural programming. We have secured Arts Council funding for further three years (2023 – 2026) and will shortly begin working on a new NLHF funded projects.
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The Content Creator is an essential member of the team as their work gives the organisation a voice and visual identity. The role will design and create assets, across a range of projects, along with posting assets and copy to our social channels and websites. The outcomes of the role build awareness of our work and therefore make a significant contribution to the organisation.
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Closing date - Friday 19th May 2023 9:00am
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God's House Tower, Town Quay Road, Southampton, SO14 2NY
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Diverse Capacities: building a creative industries network for the Solent
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Call for Creative Practitioners in the Solent region
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This is an invitation for creative practitioners to contribute to a new network connecting freelancers with cultural and creative organisations across the Solent. The network will explore mentoring and training available to you as a freelancer.
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The Diverse Capacities project will enable you to reflect on the support you have for your professional practice through two workshops, and then to take on a paid commission reflecting on your experiences. Your insights will help shape new research at the University of Southampton being used to inform future policy and practice in the region.
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Please see the website for more information on the project and how to participate
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If you love heritage and history, and are willing to volunteer your time, skills and enthusiasm – as volunteers or Trustees – then get in touch today!
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Hampshire History Trust is a voluntary organisation committed to creating opportunities that enable people to discover, celebrate and share Hampshire’s diverse stories. The Trust grew out of Winchester Heritage Open Days (HODs), one of the biggest HODs hubs in the country. Since 2020, we have also produced 65 episodes of the Hampshire HistBites podcast series.
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Our future ambition is to set up an annual history festival to include talks, lectures and guided walks, exhibitions, workshops and children’s activities, visits to historic buildings, and living history events. Come and help us to make this happen.
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We are looking for people to support our activities as volunteers or join our board of trustees.
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Volunteers: There are a number of volunteer roles available throughout the year. We have volunteers who help us 2-3 days a week, others who help for just a few hours, and some who only volunteer during Winchester Heritage Open Days itself. Volunteers support the production of newsletters, blogs and Hampshire HistBites podcasts, fundraising, marketing and communications. We are keen to hear from anyone willing to help as fundraisers, podcast episode hosts, audio engineers, editors, writers, social media coordinators etc. Our main base is Winchester, but everyone works from home.
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Trustees: As we continue to develop and implement our long-term objective to become sustainable and expand our activities, we are looking for new trustees including a Trust Secretary, to join the Board.
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Job opportunity with Artswork: Communications, Sales and Marketing Manager
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Location: Home based, with travel for team meetings and events in the South East
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Contract: Permanent- 5 days per week (35 hours) or part-time/job share
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Salary: £32,500 per annum
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Closing date for applications: 10am, Friday 26 May, 2023
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We are now looking for a Communications, Sales and Marketing Manager to lead on audience development for the whole organisation, increasing visibility, engagement and sales. As we start delivery of our new Business Plan, this role will reposition Artswork as a catalyst delivery partner within our existing sector, and build a public profile for our organisation within key priority places. Full details and how to apply here
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Artswork Trustee Recruitment 2023
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We’re looking for new Trustees to join our Board, including First Time Trustees and we particularly welcome applications from people aged 18-25. Do you have the experience and passion to guide our work, so that we can empower more children and young people through the arts, culture and creativity? Contract: This is an unpaid, voluntary position. Agreed expenses will be covered. Download the Trustee recruitment pack to find out more here
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