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• Advisory Board / Sussex Dance Network / South East

  09-06-2020 21:32
  We are Sussex Dance Network, an artist-led organisation for individual dance artists providing regular opportunities for training and upskilling, a quality programme and an expanded, informed and...
  
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• Community and Arts Development Co-ordinator / Barra Culture Women's Community Matters / North West

  09-06-2020 19:36
  Barra Culture is one of 12 Creative People & Places (CPP) projects based in Barrow in Furness.  We are seeking to appoint a key team member in a new post.
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• Interim CEO / Raw Material Music and Media Education / London

  09-06-2020 19:31
  We urgently need a fantastic 'hands-on' interim CEO to lead on restructure and to create and drive a successful business plan for a new era. Contract terms are flexible. A full Job description can be...
  
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• Tina Arena, Jimmy Barnes among 1,000 others calling on Coalition for rescue package

  09-06-2020 19:30
  
  Artists including Jessica Mauboy, Archie Roach, Michael Gudinski, Peter Garrett, Savage Garden and John Farnham sign open letterJimmy Barnes, Tina Arena, Archie Roach, Michael Gudinski, Peter Garrett, Jessica Mauboy, Savage Garden and John Farnham are among more than 1,000 artists, venues, festivals and music industry professionals who have signed an open letter urging for an immediate federal government rescue package for the music sector.The Australian music industry “fell off a cliff&rd
  
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• Jimmy Barnes, Jessica Mauboy among 1,000 others calling on Coalition for rescue package

  09-06-2020 19:30
  
  Artists including Jimmy Barnes, Tina Arena, Archie Roach, Michael Gudinski, Peter Garrett, Jessica Mauboy, Savage Garden and John Farnham sign open letterJimmy Barnes, Tina Arena, Archie Roach, Michael Gudinski, Peter Garrett, Jessica Mauboy, Savage Garden and John Farnham are among more than 1,000 artists, venues, festivals and music industry professionals who have signed an open letter urging for an immediate federal government rescue package for the music sector.The Australian music industry
  
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• 'It needs guts': commercial galleries are reopening – why aren't the rest?

  09-06-2020 19:17
  
  The real thing returns on Monday. But why is it only commercial galleries reopening? Because for them, art is big business. Let’s just hope it spurs our great public museums to find a way forwardThe art world is coming back to life. Almost unbelievably, when so much of the UK remains closed, London’s leading commercial galleries all reopen next week. White Cube is to open its Bermondsey space and Mason’s Yard branch, while Gagosian launches three brand new exhibitions across it
  
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• Freelance Community Engagement Producer, Oxford / Sanger Institute / South East / Oxford

  09-06-2020 18:40
  One cell at a time: Bringing together communities, patients and researchers to build the Human Cell Atlas
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• Freelance Community Engagement Producer, Newcastle upon Tyne / Sanger Institute / North East

  09-06-2020 18:37
  One cell at a time: Bringing together communities, patients and researchers to build the Human Cell Atlas
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• Extended: Open Call for Submissions, House Letters Issue 2 / / London

  09-06-2020 18:34
  In the hope of collecting more submissions (particularly visual art), the open call for House Letters Issue 2 has been extended to Monday 22 June. BAME applicants are especially encouraged to submit...
  
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• Freelance Community Engagement Producer, London / Sanger Institute / London

  09-06-2020 18:33
  One cell at a time: Bringing together communities, patients and researchers to build the Human Cell Atlas
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  The Human Cell Atlas (HCA) is a pioneering, multidisciplinary global research...
  
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• Freelance Community Engagement Producer, Cambridgeshire / Sanger Institute / East / Cambridgeshire

  09-06-2020 18:29
  One cell at a time: Bringing together communities, patients and researchers to build the Human Cell Atlas
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  The Human Cell Atlas (HCA) is a pioneering, multidisciplinary global research...
  
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• Trustee/Director / The Common Room of the Great North Ltd. / North East

  09-06-2020 17:52
  The Common Room is a charity and company limited by guarantee established in 2017 to renovate and re-purpose the historically and architecturally important Neville Hall in central Newcastle upon...
  
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• Art house: show us the art you have created at home during lockdown

  09-06-2020 17:17
  
  If you have been using your extra time inside to create pieces of art, we would love to see themHome is where the art is. That has been the experience for a lot us in the last few months. Art shops have enjoyed a surge in demand. Online classes are booming. And more people are painting, crocheting, sewing, sculpting and drawing than they were a few months ago. If you are one of them, we want to see the fruits of your labours. It doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner, someone who has re
  
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• Another Knotty COVID Mess The Art World Has To Untangle: Exhibition Planning

  09-06-2020 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  “Museum exhibitions take an exceptional amount of planning — from curatorial conception to filling out loan forms and insurance, to shipping, hanging, and displaying works. Getting a show on a museum’s calendar is no simple feat, let alone getting it on the gallery walls. So what happens when a global pandemic puts exhibitions and their scheduling on an indefinite pause?” – Artsy
  
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• Freelance Wiltshire-based Artist Commission Opportunity / Wiltshire & Swindon Cultural Education Partnership / South West

  09-06-2020 16:52
  The Wiltshire & Swindon Cultural Education Partnership (W&SCEP) seeks to commission a Wiltshire-based artist to create a Visual Arts Home Learning Resource Pack, that can be digitally...
  
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• Company Administrator / Many Minds / South West / Bristol

  09-06-2020 16:39
  Many Minds is an award winning Bristol based mental health and performance charity that facilitates creative spaces and makes performance with people managing their mental health. We are a dynamic...
  
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• Classical Music In The UK Is In Mortal Danger. Why Aren’t People With Clout There Publicly Fighting For It?

  09-06-2020 16:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As the novel coronavirus spread, the machinery of live classical performance ground to a halt months ago, putting thousands out of work; the industry will be one of the last to return to full activity, and no one can yet agree on how or when that can happen; unlike continental Europe, Britain doesn’t provide nearly enough public funding to see classical music through the crisis. Many famous theatre folk are sounding the alarm for their art form, writes Charlotte Higgins; why aren’t
  
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• Second City Co-Owner And Executive Producer Says He’ll ‘Step Away’ From Company Following Accusations Of Institutional Racism

  09-06-2020 16:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Andrew Alexander, who helped launch the careers of dozens of prominent performers since he purchased Second City’s Toronto outpost in 1974 and the Chicago flagship in 1985, issued an apology saying, in part, “The Second City cannot begin to call itself anti-racist. That is one of the great failures of my life.” Second City artistic director Anthony LeBlanc, who is Black, has been named interim executive producer. – Chicago Tribune
  
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• 'It's a big turning point': is this the end of racist monuments in America?

  09-06-2020 15:58
  
  Protests across the country have led to the removal of many statues honouring racist figures – but hundreds still remainLast week in Richmond, Virginia, protesters scrawled on a monument of Confederate army commander Robert E Lee as an act of resistance against police brutality and racism. They wrote “Black Lives Matter”, “Blood On Your Hands” and “Stop White Supremacy” in spray paint, often in red.At night, there was a projectio
  
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• Chief Executive Officer / ArtReach / East Midlands / Leicester

  09-06-2020 15:46
  ArtReach is a dynamic Creative Producer and Cultural Development Agency with ACE Band 2 NPO status. The organisation delivers a substantial portfolio of UK arts festivals, and provides high level...
  
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• When Public Libraries Reopen, Things Will Be Different (And Very Hard On Librarians)

  09-06-2020 15:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Not only will library staff have to deal with a raft of new safety procedures and protective equipment, they will be faced with enforcing mask-wearing and distancing rules on potentially recalcitrant patrons. “And all of it will be done under the threat of job cuts, a potential second wave of Covid-19 infections, immense budget pressure, and worsening political dysfunction.” – Publishers Weekly
  
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• Error and Power Exhibition Launch + Zoom Preview / Artcore / East Midlands

  09-06-2020 15:19
  Join us for our Error & Power Exhibition Launch and Zoom Preview this FRIDAY, the 12th June at 5:30 PM! The theme of the residency dealt with the artistic strategy of creating space for chance,...
  
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• Producer (Maternity Cover) / The Bone Ensemble / West Midlands

  09-06-2020 15:15
  CALL OUT - The Bone Ensemble is looking for a Producer (maternity cover)
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  To take the lead on the tour booking and producing of the company’s upcoming touring work, on company...
  
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• Texas Governor Finally Gives Performing Arts Groups Guidelines On Operating Under COVID

  09-06-2020 15:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Gov. Greg Abbott’s Phase III reopening guidelines covering “performance halls,” effective June 10, allow audiences up to 50% of capacity at indoor venues; there’s no such limit for outdoor shows as long as no single group has more than 10 people and all groups are at least six feet apart. Performers and presenters themselves aren’t prepared to rush back to work all at once, though. – The Dallas Morning News
  
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• Animation/Gaming/Film-making Teacher for Zoom Classes / Arts & Sparks / London

  09-06-2020 14:46
  Arts & Sparks are looking to recruit an exciting and engaging freelance teacher who can teach online kids classes in all or some of the following subjects:
   - Using an Ipad/Tablet to create...
  
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• Production Assistant / Klein Imaging / North West / Manchester

  09-06-2020 14:34
  We are looking for a Fine Art Production Assistant to join us on an initial 3 month temporary basis. Depending on circumstances, we may turn the role into a full-time permanent position after the...
  
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• California’s Cinemas Could Reopen As Soon As This Weekend

  09-06-2020 14:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Guidelines, issued on Monday by the state’s Dept. of Public Health and currently under review by the governor’s office, require spacing between seats, masks required of all customers when entering and leaving the building and in line for concessions or restrooms, and an upper limit of 100 attendees or one-fourth of the theater’s capacity, whichever is lower. – Variety
  
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• Workshop Facilitator: Croydon Emerging Writers Programme / Stanley Halls / London

  09-06-2020 14:29
  Stanley Halls, South Norwood’s Grade II listed arts venue, in association with Disentangle Projects and Arts Council England, are pleased to announce the launch of their very first Croydon...
  
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• El Sistema Alum Will Be Next Chief Conductor Of Royal Liverpool Phil

  09-06-2020 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Domingo Hindoyan will succeed Vasily Petrenko on the podium of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic in September 2021. A former assistant to Daniel Barenboim at the Staatsoper in Berlin, Hindoyan began studying music in El Sistema in his native Caracas and went on to study violin and conducting in Geneva, where he now lives with his two children and his wife, soprano Sonya Yoncheva. – Gramophone
  
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• Trustee / Cape Farewell / South West

  09-06-2020 13:51
  Do you have a passion for environmental issues? Do you believe in culture and creativity as a tool for social change? If so we want to hear from you.  You don’t need prior Trustee...
  
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• Creative Challenge / Corali / London

  09-06-2020 13:50
  Fancy an at home artistic pursuit?
  Creativity builds joy and Corali are big BIG fans of joyful moments and small wonders!
  The renowned inclusive dance company are bringing you a series of at home...
  
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• National Gallery buys 'dazzling' Joaquín Sorolla painting

  09-06-2020 13:49
  
  Acquisition by London gallery comes after its 2019 exhibition of Spanish artist’s work
  The National Gallery has acquired its first painting by the Spanish impressionist Joaquín Sorolla, a huge name in his day who was once audaciously described as “the world’s greatest living painter”.The gallery announced it had purchased The Drunkard, Zarauz (1910), a dark and dramatic portrayal of alcoholism with the central figure staring boozily through watery eyes directly out
  
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• Teacher Training Coordinator / The Royal Ballet School / London

  09-06-2020 13:43
  The Royal Ballet School is one of the world’s greatest centres of classical ballet training. Our mission is to nurture, train and educate exceptional young dancers for the Royal Ballet...
  
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• Art Tutor (part-time, Warwickshire) / The Seasons Art Class / West Midlands

  09-06-2020 13:37
  Opportunity for an animated, energetic, talented instructor in Stratford on AvonEasy to follow curriculums.
  1 day per week (with the possibility of another day at a later stage)
  Fabulous...
  
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• Margate NOW - Open Call / Margate Festival / South East

  09-06-2020 13:35
  We are inviting applications to take part in the seventh production and celebration of this annual arts festival!
  Margate Festival is asking you to respond to the theme of Margate Now with...
  
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• Tendering opportunity / Erewash Borough Council / East Midlands

  09-06-2020 13:26
  The Council is seeking quotations for the provision of a business feasibility study for Long Eaton Cultural Hub.  It should provide an options study for an appropriate cultural offer for the...
  
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• Online Piano Teacher / BRAG Media / South East / Online

  09-06-2020 13:18
  Would you be interested in being a pianist for our music library?
  You would need to film the exercises and pieces you play on your piano at home. We will teach you how to do that to our...
  
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• Creative Tutor / Open School East / South East / Margate

  09-06-2020 12:56
  We are currently searching for a Creative Tutor to join our team from September. Working with students aged 16-18, the postholder will support the development and planning of the curriculum, leading...
  
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• Trainee Administrator / World Book Day / London

  09-06-2020 12:47
  Calling all book enthusiasts! If you're energetic with great admin experience, apply now to join the world's biggest celebration of books and reading...
  World Book Day is a small charity...
  
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• Editorial Assistant / The Daily Mirror / London

  09-06-2020 12:45
  Making the headlines today! Apply now for this incredible opportunity with one of the biggest tabloid newspapers in the nation, show off your flair for storytelling and kickstart your career...
  
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• The Psoas Major Muscle and Speaking/Singing - online workshop / / London

  09-06-2020 11:58
  What role does the psoas major muscle play in speaking and singing?Are you someone who is interested in vocal exploration?Are you curious about the connection between voice and body?​✨...
  
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• Metamorphosis 2020 Virtual Exhibition / Cylindergallery / South East

  09-06-2020 11:16
  Artists are invited to present their work for a 3D on-line exhibition under the theme Metamorphosis (which can be interpreted in any way and or including the current crisis). Using a unique tool...
  
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• Creative Commission Call-out (Our Place in the World) / The Culture Co-op (Lancaster District Cultural Education Partnership) / North West / Lancashire

  09-06-2020 11:15
  Artist Brief
  The Culture Co-op are seeking proposals from Lancashire and South Lakes based independent artists and small organisations/ collectives not in receipt of regular funding, to produce four...
  
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• Local Project Producer - Furthering Talent Programme / Lewisham Music / London

  09-06-2020 10:56
  Fixed-term – 1 year (with possibility of extending to 2 years)
  Freelance contract
  £225 p/day (7 hours p/day)
  1 day p/week X 35 weeks p/yearLewisham Music has been selected as one...
  
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• Grants for artists in Doncaster / Doncaster Creates / Yorkshire

  09-06-2020 10:10
  Grants available up to £1500 details here https://doncastercreates.org/Grants grant form here http://shorturl.at/lrPYZ  
  Doncaster Creates, invites proposals from...
  
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• Why is Potoooooooo in a museum? The great British art quiz

  09-06-2020 09:00
  
  Palace House, the National Horseracing Museum, set today’s quiz, which enables you to explore the art collections of British museums closed due to Covid-19 – while answering some fiendish questions along the wayThis quiz is brought to you in collaboration with Art UK, the online home of the UK’s public art collections, showing art from more than 3,000 venues, by 45,000 artists. Each day, a different collection on Art UK sets the questions. Today, our questions are set
  
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• Artist Matt Small: 'I want to get a sense of jazz in my work'

  09-06-2020 08:00
  
  Artist Matt Small’s studio – ‘a place for experimentation’ – is the perfect setting for Observer Design’s men’s fashion story A brush with greatness: men’s fashion in the studio – in picturesObserver Design’s fashion story was shot in artist Matt Small’s studio. Or as he calls it, “the HQ of where it all happens”. It’s a place for experimentation and to evolve ideas, paint splatters and all. Music keeps him focus
  
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• Why We Don’t Collectively Dream Big Anymore

  09-06-2020 00:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Questions about what sort of future human beings might create tend to be limited by the horizon of the management strategies of market capitalism. This version of the future isn’t about radical discontinuity at all, just an intensification of the business practices that promise to give us Amazon Prime by drone at the same time that the real Amazon burns. – Aeon
  
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