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• Over 1,000 visit opening night of MADE BY summer showcase / The Northern School of Art, Middlesbrough campus / North East / Yorkshire

  14-06-2019 23:36
  The grand opening of the renowned end of year Summer Show at The Northern School of Art’s Middlesbrough campus was attended by more than 1,000 guests.
  The preview evening on Wednesday 12 June...
  
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• Evening Standard’s Sacking Of Its Theatre Critics Doesn’t Mean Criticism Is Going Away – It’s Just Moving On

  14-06-2019 23:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  “Mainstream theatre criticism is unlikely to disappear. But professional, full-time critics, whose only real job is to review plays, may be a dying breed. It is unfortunately possible for publications to be committed to criticism whilst being utterly cavalier about individual critics.” – The Stage
  
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• Leytonstone Arts Trail / / London

  14-06-2019 23:06
  The Leytonstone Arts Trail is an annual festival of visual arts in Leytonstone, run by artists, for their work and community. It is an opportunity for anyone to show their work. It provides a forum...
  
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• Palm Beach Opera Director Daniel Biaggi Stepping Down

  14-06-2019 23:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  When Palm Beach Opera promoted him to general director in February 2009, the company was struggling. It was posting unsupportable deficits and the chief administrator job was a revolving door. Under Biaggi’s leadership, the company stabilized and grew. It slashed the budget, reducing the number of operas it produced at the Kravis Center from four to three and eliminating Monday matinees, and re-directed resources to programming designed to broaden its audience. – Palm Beach Post
  
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• How The Internet Has Changed (Is Changing) Book Culture

  14-06-2019 22:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  “The personal touch sometimes takes some of the critical edge out of books conversation online. Like many outlets, Bustle is fazing out professional book reviews, and Electric Literature did away with its reviews a couple of years ago now. Instead, these websites are prioritizing personal essays from a diverse group of writers, and both of the aforementioned sites have a women-focused editorial strategy.” – Publishers Weekly
  
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• A New Funding Model For Opera, Ballet In Europe That Aims For Younger Audiences

  14-06-2019 22:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  “Since 2014, Fedora has awarded €1 million to help launch 10 new opera and ballet projects, co-produced by 64 cultural institutions across Europe. To do this, they’ve tested new models of raising money and new ways of awarding it to operas and ballets.” – Forbes
  
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• The Bauhaus Was Built On Ambitious Ideas (That Both Succeeded And Failed)

  14-06-2019 21:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  This new vision for an art school was explicitly intended to combine knowledge of modern techniques for making things with a medieval attitude toward how and why you are making them. Gropius and his allies were going to save the modern world by shoving it as hard as they could both backward and forward at the same time. – The Easel
  
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• Choreography As Conflict Resolution — A Retired Dancer Becomes A Professional Mediator

  14-06-2019 21:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  Dana Caspersen, William Forsythe’s wife and a former member of his company, Ballett Frankfurt, “develops choreographic methods that let groups address differences in nonverbal ways. Many of her projects center on participatory ‘action dialogues,’ which allow groups as large as 250 to tackle fraught issues like racism and polarization.” – Dance Magazine
  
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• How Conservateurs Dismantled And Reassembled An Angkor Temple To Save It

  14-06-2019 20:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  “In recent decades a shift in the flow of water across Phnom Bakheng amid heavy tourist traffic had jeopardised its long-term viability, prompting the WMF to seek a solution. Devotional shrines erected on the various levels had become destabilised because of a gradual change in the pitch at the ground level of the various terraces.” – The Art Newspaper
  
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• Part-Time Admin/Exhibitions Worker / Hot Bed Press / North West

  14-06-2019 20:22
  Job Purpose:
  To assist in marketing and booking of courses and assist the Artistic Director to plan and organise exhibitions, events and outreach in 2019.
   
  Main...
  
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• HBO’s ‘Chernobyl’ Has Turned The Actual Town Into A Tourist Mecca

  14-06-2019 20:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  “In a strange turn more than three decades after the meltdown, the exclusion area around Chernobyl is gaining a following as a tourism destination, apparently propelled by the popularity of a TV mini-series about the blast that was broadcast in the United States and Britain last month.” – The New York Times
  
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• Head of HR / The Old Vic / London

  14-06-2019 19:53
  The Old Vic is London’s independent not-for-profit theatre, a world leader in creativity and entertainment. We hold the belief that theatre needs to be cherished, supported and shared with as...
  
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• Lewisham Music announces new CEO and Chair / / London

  14-06-2019 19:44
  Lewisham Music is delighted to announce the appointment of Charly Richardson as its new Chief Executive, and Dame Joan Ruddock as Chair of the Board of Trustees.
  Charly Richardson joins...
  
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• LSO Discovery Coordinator (Choral and Schools) / London Symphony Orchestra / London

  14-06-2019 19:34
  The LSO Discovery Coordinator role covers a range of work across Choral and Schools projects, providing an exciting opportunity for a creative, collaborative and highly organised individual to...
  
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• LSO Discovery Choral and Schools Projects Manager / London Symphony Orchestra / London

  14-06-2019 19:33
  This post provides an exciting opportunity for a creative, collaborative and highly organised individual to develop LSO Discovery’s work with schools as well as LSO Sing. The individual will be...
  
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• Redefining London Culturally

  14-06-2019 19:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  “More of us than ever consider ourselves culturally engaged, and we are now expanding the definition of culture “possibly to the point of extinction”. ‘Big c’ and ‘small c’ culture now intermix with a day-to-day theatricality that we all welcome, and the stage for this activity is places, from small community-owned plots to large brownfield regeneration sites, where these elements can be brought together in ways that benefit a range of communities and t
  
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• John McLean obituary

  14-06-2019 19:31
  Painter who continued to champion abstract art in postmodern timesIn postmodern times, the lack of pretension in the artist John McLean, who has died aged 80, was highly unfashionable. So, too, was abstract painting, the mode that he followed for 50 years. Yet neither his plain speaking nor his loyalty to abstraction was unthinking.Historically astute, McLean saw his art as part of the project of modernism, and that project as morally important. “The influence of what we call ‘modern
  
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• CSO Outreach Arts Tutor - Rough Sleeping Hub (maternity Cover) / Crisis / South East

  14-06-2019 19:27
  This is a post funded by Oxford City Council as part of the Rough Sleeping Initiative (RSI) and managed by Crisis Skylight Oxford. The Rough Sleeping Initiative funding has been made available on a...
  
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• Guitar Teachers - Leeds / YMES / Yorkshire

  14-06-2019 19:23
  The Role
  YMES is seeking to expand its pool of guitar teachers interested in both regular and cover teaching opportunities in and around Leeds. We are...
  
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• Technical Manager / Stoke-on-Trent Theatres Ltd / West Midlands

  14-06-2019 19:15
  The Victoria Hall was built in 1888 in local red brick and terracotta, this classical Grade II Listed venue was also revamped in the mid-nineties showcasing some of the biggest bands and top...
  
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• Customer Experience Assistant / Sunderland Empire / North East

  14-06-2019 19:14
  The Sunderland Empire is the West End of the North, housing Hit Musicals from the West End. Join us at an exciting time as we look to continue a programme of improvements to our venue whilst building...
  
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• Customer Experience Manager / The Alexandra Theatre / West Midlands

  14-06-2019 19:13
  The Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) is the global leader in live theatre. We own and operate close to 50 venues in the UK and US, we’re an internationally award-winning producer, and a market...
  
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• Learning & Participation Officer / Rose Theatre Kingston / London / Surrey

  14-06-2019 19:12
  Responsible for the administration of the learning and participation programme at the Rose. Applicants will have a broad range of skills and experience to ensure a consistent, high quality delivery...
  
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• Filmmaker/Videographer / David Austin Grey / Hansu-Tori / West Midlands

  14-06-2019 19:08
  I require a talented and innovative filmmaker/videographer for collaboration on an ambitious new audio-visual project. I am a composer and performer, leading the acclaimed UK contemporary jazz group...
  
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• Director of Development / Academy of St Martin in the Fields / London

  14-06-2019 19:03
  The Academy of St Martin in the Fields is one of the world’s leading chamber orchestras, with an enthusiasm for fresh interpretations of orchestral music. Founded by Sir Neville Marriner we are...
  
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• Circus Workshop Assistants / Top Banana Circus / South East / Portsmouth

  14-06-2019 19:03
  We are looking for people trained or knowledgable in ground circus skills to help assist with a number of workshops over the summer.
  We hold drop-in and planned workshops using the following...
  
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• ‘This Is Heroic Criticism, Warrior Criticism, Live-Ammo Criticism’ — Six Film Writers Give Their Takes On Pauline Kael

  14-06-2019 19:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  David Thomson: “The shrewdest thing to say about Pauline Kael – beyond recognising that she was essential – is that she was kind of crazy. Yet determined to seem rational or in control.”Kate Muir: “Her language is spankingly crisp and her reactions that of a ticket-buying human, not someone sweating ink as they try to impress.” – The Guardian
  
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• Finance Officer / Philharmonia Orchestra / London

  14-06-2019 18:49
  The Philharmonia Orchestra has a vacancy for a Finance Officer.     This role is key to supporting all areas of the Finance Department and the small but busy finance team....
  
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• Algorave, Free Live Coding Music Party / Museum of Brands / London

  14-06-2019 18:49
  Date: 29/06/19
  Time: 18:30 – 22:30 BST
  Location:Museum of Brands,W11 1QTKENSINGTON + CHELSEA ART WEEKEND OPENS WITH PARTY OF ALGORITHM-GENERATED DJ SET
  Celebrate the launch...
  
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• Junior Legal Counsel / Science Museum Group / London

  14-06-2019 18:24
  Are you a commercially astute junior lawyer looking for a role in a fascinating and unique environment? Are you a quick learner who enjoys meeting new challenges?We are recruiting a Junior Legal...
  
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• Baltimore Symphony Musicians Lobby Governor To Release Money For The Orchestra

  14-06-2019 18:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  “We put $8 million into the BSO,” Governor Larry Hogan said. “They received the most money of any arts group in the state, 74 percent higher than any other arts group. . . . We continue to pour millions and millions of dollars into the BSO, but they’ve got real serious issues and problems with the management, with losing the support of their donor base.” – Washington Post
  
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• Wardrobe Cutter / Belgrade Theatre Coventry / West Midlands

  14-06-2019 18:23
  The Belgrade Theatre Coventry is looking to recruit a Wardrobe Cutter to assist the full-time wardrobe staff in providing a first class wardrobe department within the Belgrade Theatre. The role will...
  
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• Exhibitions and Interpretation Officer (IWM London Branches) / Imperial War Museums / London

  14-06-2019 18:18
  The Exhibitions and Interpretation Officer will focus on the delivery of small and medium sized interpretation and exhibition projects and displays at IWM. S/he will also manage updates to and...
  
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• Enter the National Park City Wildlife Photography Competition / London Wildlife Trust / London

  14-06-2019 18:15
  In partnership with the Mayor of London, London National Park City and Museum of London Docklands, London Wildlife Trust are asking for submissions to the National Park City Wildlife Photography...
  
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• Heritage Engagement Officer / Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust / West Midlands

  14-06-2019 18:12
  Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust are seeking to appoint a Heritage Engagement Officer to join their busy and successful Learning & Engagement Team. Do you love working with schools and families...
  
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• Marketing and Social Media Assistant / Frequency Festival / East Midlands

  14-06-2019 18:03
  Frequency is an international festival of digital creativity, hosted biennially in the historic city of Lincoln.
  We’re looking for a dynamic Marketing and Social Media Assistant to work with...
  
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• How Do You Put An Ayahuasca Trip Onstage?

  14-06-2019 18:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  You cast an actual Peruvian shaman, of course. And you get the entire rest of your cast do ayahuasca rituals furing the rehearsal period. Lyndsey Winship talks with Peruvian director-choreographer Oscar Naters, and with said shaman, about their performance piece, Ino Moxo. – The Guardian
  
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• Junior Merchandiser / Science Museum Group / London

  14-06-2019 17:59
  Are you an analytical thinker with the ability to identify trends and opportunities? Do you have experience in retail merchandising and seeking the next step in your career?
  The Science Museum Group...
  
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• 40hr Ticketing Assistant / G Live HQ Theatre Ltd / South East

  14-06-2019 17:59
  Ticketing Assistant
   
  We’re looking for a full time, permanent Ticketing Assistant to join our lively team, taking bookings for shows and events, answer telephones, and dealing with...
  
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• Technician / The Core at Corby Cube / East Midlands

  14-06-2019 17:58
  Technician – £16k per annum
  Full-Time Role, 37 hours per week
  You will support the technical delivery of The Core’s received shows and Creative Project programme and carry out...
  
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• Volunteering Assistant / Science Museum - Blythe House / London

  14-06-2019 17:57
  Are you interested in working with volunteers? Do you have a flexible approach and excellent communication skills?
  One Collection is the Science Museum Group’s major strategic initiative to...
  
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• Accounts Assistant / Belgrade Theatre Coventry / West Midlands

  14-06-2019 17:57
  The Belgrade Theatre Coventry is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant. The post-holder will be responsible for, and to take ownership of, the Purchase Ledger. The post holder will also...
  
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• Technical Manager / Royal & Derngate / East Midlands

  14-06-2019 17:52
  Full-Time Role, 40 hours per week
  Salary: £33.5k to £35k per annum
  We are looking for someone that has what it takes to manage the technical department, cinemas and digital services,...
  
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• Sessional Ceramics Tutor / WMC- The Camden College / London

  14-06-2019 17:51
  Sessional Ceramics Teacher
  WMC- The Camden College
  £29.06 per hour
  3 hours a week
  We are looking for a motivated and dynamic ceramics tutor who will be able to teach a range of ceramics...
  
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• Administration Assistant - StartEast / New Wolsey Theatre / East / Ipswich

  14-06-2019 17:47
  The New Wolsey Theatre is looking for an Administration Assistant to join its busy StartEast Project Team for a temporary period. This is a fixed term contract starting week commencing 22nd July 2019...
  
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• Why Medieval History(!) Has Become A Modern Battleground

  14-06-2019 17:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  Last week The New York Times reported in detail on YouTube’s recommendation algorithm, which is “capable of drawing users deeper into the platform by figuring out ‘adjacent relationships’ between videos that a human would never identify.” The Crusades are a plum example of a topic that turns into a thread, leading the viewer through a labyrinth towards potential radicalization. You can search “Knights Templar” on YouTube and reach conspiracy th
  
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• Lighting No.1 (A Taste of Honey UK Tour) Fixed Term Contract / National Theatre / London

  14-06-2019 17:30
  We are looking for a Lighting No.1 (Board Operator) to join NT Productions on our A Taste of Honey UK Tour.
  As a department of the National Theatre, NT Productions (NTP) is responsible for managing...
  
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• Head of Scenic Workshop / Leeds Playhouse / Yorkshire

  14-06-2019 17:30
  We are looking for an experienced leader and manager to join us in the new role of Head of Scenic Workshop, bringing together our specialist in-house teams delivering construction, scene painting and...
  
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• Head of Wardrobe (A Taste of Honey UK Tour) Fixed Term Contract / National Theatre / London

  14-06-2019 17:27
  We are looking for a Head of Wardrobe to join NT Productions on our A Taste of Honey UK Tour.
  As a department of the National Theatre, NT Productions (NTP) is responsible for managing and...
  
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