 May 2007
Creative LeicesterShire Ebulletin for May 2007
Welcome to the Creative LeicesterShire Ebulletin with opportunities for arts, design & media businesses in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Further info: www.creativeleicestershire.org.uk
Information in this bulletin runs as follows:
o Digital Media opportunities
o Visual arts & crafts opportunities
o Writing opportunities
o Performing arts opportunities
o Fashion/Textiles opportunities
o Networking
o Jobs & Commissions
o Training & Skills
o Funding & Resources
o Requests
Call for art works for online exhibition
VISUAL ARTS & CRAFTS OPPORTUNITIES
Summer Art and Craft Markets - Hinckley
This year the Art and Craft Markets return to Castle Street, Hinckley. This will be a great opportunity for artists to promote and sell their work. The market will take place on Thursday 17 May and Thursday 21 June from 9.30am in Castle Street, Hinckley. Stalls cost £22.50 and are covered. Set up from 7.30 am. If you are an artist or craftsperson and would like a stall at the market contact Lindsay Orton, Arts Development Officer T: 01455 255833 or lindsay.orton@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk for further information and a booking form.
Workshop Leaders Wanted
Visual arts workshop leaders are wanted to run ‘adult beginner’ classes, taster sessions or give innovative talks to adult groups in August 07 – June 08. Sessions will be at evenings or weekends around Leicestershire. The sessions are designed to give new ideas & skills for recording nature in exciting & creative ways using a range of visual arts media. For further information & to register your interest contact Kay Snowdon or Carolyn Holmes, Community Heritage Initiative, T: 0116 267 1377, E: chi@leics.gov.uk
Public Art Evaluation Toolkit Workshops
Wednesday 23 May, Birmingham. In response to Government’s evidence-based approach to the development and implementation of policy, ixia and OPEN space at Edinburgh College of Art and Heriot-Watt University have designed a toolkit for evaluating the impact of public art. Intended for use by all stakeholders in a public art commission, the overall aim is to increase mutual awareness of diverse agendas and desired outcomes of a public art commission. Two tools have been developed: the matrix and personal project analysis. The workshop is intended for artists and collaborators, funders and commissioners across all disciplines engaged in public art. Cost: £185. For further info or to register visit www.ixia-info.com/events/nextevent
Shout Out for Lustre 2007!
The Midlands Premier Contemporary Craft Makers' Market takes place from 9th - 11th November this year. Innovative makers of quality applied arts are invited to apply for exhibition space. Stalls £150, Concession Rate £100 (recent graduates of 2 years). No commission. Application forms from Djanogly Arts Gallery, Lakeside Arts Centre, Nottingham. Deadline: 17th June. For further info T: 0115 951 3189
Selling opportunities for Artists & Makers
Leicester City Council would like to hear from artists & makers who would like to sell their work by having a stall at festivals & events in the City. They have a list of companies and individuals that they notify of various festivals & events throughout the year and would welcome others to send in their details. Please write in with a description of what you sell and if possible a picture of your stall /goods. At present they still have some space available for Leicester Riverside Festival (2nd & 3rd June). For further info or an application form contact Simon Brown, Festivals & Events Officer, T: 0116 238 5080, E: simon.brown@leicester.gov.uk
Open Day and Celebration for the 10th Anniversary of Northfield Farm and Farm Shop
Artists & Makers are invited to set up stalls at the Open Day & 10th Anniversary Celebrations of Northfield Farm & Farm Shop on Saturday 30th June, 10am – 3pm. The Farm is in Cold Overton, nr. Oakham, Rutland. This is intended to be a high profile event, Clarissa Dickson-Wright will be there doing book signings. Our trading terms are 10% of takings, with no booking fee - though we do appreciate a firm undertaking to turn up, as we have been let down at the last minute on several occasions. For further info contact Kate Tudno-Jones, Event Organiser, T: 01664 474 271
Ashby Arts Festival 2007
Ashby de la Zouch Leicestershire, August 3rd-12th. Visual artists are invited to exhibit their work in one of our town centre venues. This is a great opportunity to showcase work; graduates last year were able once again to exhibit large-scale degree show work in excellent artist led spaces. More traditional work is also on show and all work is offered for sale. This year we are particularly interested in site-specific art made for areas in our town. Throughout the festival there are many performance events and workshops also going on. Application forms and more information from Helen Joyce at helenjoyce3@aol.com
Artist Opportunities at The City Gallery
To book call The City Gallery T: 0116 233 2060.
· Saturday 19 May, 2pm - Artist Talk with Ali Zaidi: Join motiroti's artistic director Ali Zaidi for a talk about the company, the cutout installation and his multi-disciplinary, cross cultural practise. Free.
· Saturday 26 May, 10.30am – 4pm, £30/£28 concs. Cutout workshop with Indran Selvarajah: Taking inspiration from motiroti’s cutout, to create a collection of personal digital images that reflect the architecture and environment of and around the gallery, and yourselves within it. Participants should have a basic knowledge of using a digital camera.
· Saturday 16 June, 12.30 - 4.30pm. £20/ £18 concs. Think Tank with Bedwyr Williams: Bedwyr Williams will take you through how he comes up with the ideas for his work and the processes he uses, and show you how to do the same.
· Saturday 16 June, 11am. Free. Artist Talk with Bedwyr Williams: Join Bedwyr for this talk as he offers you an insight into his world and his diverse artistic practice.
· Wednesday 13 June 2.30pm. Artist Talk and Tour with Tanvi Kant: After a tour of her show, Tanvi will talk about her experiences and travels, and the ideas and methods behind both the show and her beautiful jewellery. Free.
Design Factory Talk
Thursday 17 May, 2pm, City Gallery, Leicester. Free. Are you looking for an opportunity to launch your work in a national and international marketplace? Or do you need support and funding to get your business to the next stage? Join us for an informative talk about the Design Factory, who promote and support the very best design makers and manufacturers from the region. To book call The City Gallery on 0116 233 2060
Meet the artist: David Ainley
Thursday 14 June, 7.00pm - 9.00pm, The Richard Attenborough Centre, Leicester. Discover the man, methods and materials behind David Ainley's exhibition at The Richard Attenborough Centre, at a talk led by the artist. Fee: £5. For further info T: 0116 252 2455
Connect @ The Collection - Postgraduate Certificate in Arts Practice
A part time postgraduate level course leading to a Certificate in Arts Practice awarded by the University of Derby. The course aims to enable visual artists and craft makers to develop their artistic, curatorial, and professional skills required to produce work of excellence and to survive in the changing work environment. The course will finish with a major exhibition hosted by The Collection. 12 places available. Fees paid by Arts Council bursary. Deadline for application: June 4, 2007. For further information and an application form please contact: Sue Craven, T: 01332 594058, E: s.craven@derby.ac.uk
Arts & Crafts Market at Belgrave Hall
Sunday 1 July,11.00 am - 4.00 pm. To mark the recent launch of the new Gimson Arts & Crafts website, www.leicester.gov.uk/gimson, Leicester Arts and Museums Service is organising this event at Belgrave Hall, Leicester to showcase the skills of local creative businesses. The event will be an opportunity to highlight work and market the businesses. Currently exhibitors include metalwork, woodwork and chair making. The Service is looking to hear from other business who would be interested in attending on the day. Please contact David Orton for further details, T: 0116 2527322, E: david.orton@leicester.gov.uk
Potter's wheel for sale
Good working order. Recently reconditioned by Corby Kilns, including new motor. Clockwise and anti-clockwise gearing. £225. For more information, contact Meryl Cumber on 01858 545185 or email meryl.cumber@clara.co.uk
Call for art works for online exhibition
Step Online is a brand new website designed to promote UK based Asian art/artists new to exhibiting on the web. To mark the 60th anniversary of India’s Independence, visual artists using digital media are invited to submit work that explores Indian culture and history and /or themes of independence. The Step Online project will showcase a series of curated themes and is run by the Asian Arts Agency in partnership with Watershed. What kind of work are Step Online looking for? Artwork using digital media as a main medium in its creation or delivery. This could be in the form of video and moving image work, still photography, animation, interactive art, audiovisual, cross artforms (eg. dance on camera). They are open to many art forms providing the use of digital media is integral to the work (as opposed to simply documentation of it). For further information see www.asianartsagency.co.uk
Smarter Marketing for Craftspeople course at Ferrers Gallery
Monday 6th August, 9.30am – 4.30pm, Ferrers Gallery, Leicestershire. Smarter Marketing is run by Rachael Chambers who is owner of the multi award winning Ferrers Gallery and Contemporary Craft Editor of Craft&Design magazine. This one-day course offers a practical guide to marketing and promoting. You will leave with the skills to increase the awareness of your business and therefore your sales. Reduced course rates are available to makers based in Leicestershire. This is subsidised by Creative LeicesterShire. For further info T: 01332 863337.
WRITING OPPORTUNITIES
Stories of Partition sought by Kala Kahani
Do you have a story to tell? Was your family affected? We are looking for personal or family stories about the Partition, the journeys and the struggles, the heartache and the tragedy. And by sharing the stories to create an environment for acceptance, forgiveness and understanding. So, if you have a story to share or would like more information on the project, get in touch with Rebecca Massiah at Charnwood Arts, telephone 01509 821035 or by e-mail to rebeccap@charnwood-arts.org.uk
Women, Business and Blogging Conference
Friday 8 June, Bede Graduate School, De Montfort University, Leicester. Find out how blogging by women and for women builds networks, improves customer reach, monetizes creativity and infuses your business with Web 2.0 goodness! NLab is proud to present this first-ever European conference for and about women who read and write blogs. This event is for small businesses, individuals, researchers, nonprofits, artistic and educational organisations. Fee £60 inc VAT/£40 inc VAT. Full Rate bursaries are available for delegates living in the East Midlands. For further info & to register, T: 0116 250 6213, E: mbarton@dmu.ac.uk or visit www.nlabwomen.com
PERFORMING ARTS OPPORTUNITIES
Performing Arts Network
Monday 14 May, 6pm – 8pm, Richard Attenborough Centre, Leicester. Come and hear about plans for Leicester’s new Performing Arts Centre from Ruth Eastwood Chief Executive of Leicester Theatre Trust (formerly Haymarket Theatre). Also come and have an informal chat with other venue managers and programmers. This event is organised by Creative LeicesterShire for any performers or promoters of theatre, music or dance based in Leicestershire or Rutland. It is free but please book a place by emailing Angie Minton on aminton@leics.gov.uk or call 0116 267 1950.
decibel Performing Arts Showcase - Bursary scheme for delegates from East Midlands
Monday 3 - Friday 7 September 2007, Birmingham. Decibel Performing Arts Showcase 2007 will present some of the very best performing artists and companies of African, Asian and Caribbean descent based in England. Delegates will be able to watch world class performances, personally meet and engage with artists and network with peers from around the world. There will be opportunities not only to share knowledge but also to develop further engagement with culturally diverse work. A limited number of bursaries are available to assist individuals and small organisations to attend the event in Birmingham up to 50% of the cost of registration, travel and accommodation. In exceptional circumstances full bursaries may be awarded. To apply contact info@cultivate-em.com or ring 0115 935 2015. The deadline for returned applications is 11th May.
Fantastic Opportunity to perform at The Royal Festival Hall and work with Lea Anderson
Lea Anderson and her two companies The Chomondeleys and The Featherstonehaughs are working on a national project, based on Flag (first performed at the Royal Festival Hall in 1988), which will bring together inter-generational groups of dancers to perform at the Royal Festival Hall on Saturday 9 June. There will be a series of rehearsals throughout May and June with a member from The Chomondeleys or The Featherstonehaughs before the performance event on 9 June. Dance 4 are looking for people who have an interest in dance (particularly contemporary). For an opportunity to be a part of this exciting project come along to an open workshop at Mansfield Old Library: Friday 11 May- 1.00-4.00pm (Over 55s), Saturday 12 May - 2.30-4.30pm (Adults). To register your interest in attending contact nicola@dance4.co.uk , 0115 9410773.
Artist Opportunities at The City Gallery
Saturday 19 May, 2pm. Join motiroti's artistic director Ali Zaidi for a talk about the company, the cutout installation and his multi-disciplinary, cross cultural practise. Free.To book call The City Gallery on 0116 233 2060
Strictly 'All' Room! - Professional development workshop from northants Dance
Sunday 20 May, 10am - 5pm, The Castle, Wellingborough. This workshop is for experienced disabled and non-disabled dancers, community dance workers, support workers to disabled people. For a full day's journey into the joys of working together enjoyably, safely, confidently and creatively. In a supportive atmosphere, you will learn tried and tested principles of good inclusive practice to use as the basis for your own future dance sessions. The workshop will be led by dancer/choreographer Louise Katerega and disabled members of her company, "Foot In Hand". Cost: £12 / £8 Concessions. For further info or to book contact northantsDance T: 01604 233122
Workshops with jazz pianist Kate Williams
Sunday 10 June, 2pm - 4pm, Richard Attenborough Centre, Leicester. For experienced improvisers at an intermediate level and above. The chance to work on playing in various styles, developing ideas for fluent solo lines and interacting with other band members. Cost £15 (NUS/under 19s £10). For further info contact The Richard Attenborough Centre T: 0116 252 2455
Commedia dell'Arte Workshop
Monday 18 June, 10.00am - 4.00pm, The Richard Attenborough Centre, Leicester. A practical workshop led by Coupe de Masque's artistic director Antonio Venturino, who has worked with Dario Fo and Ferruccio Solieri. Ideal for performers, drama teachers and those keen to take their acting and directing to the next level. Fee: £30. For further info T: 0116 252 2455
Ulfah arts
A chance for women to perform in front of other women, they aimed to engaging women in faith in the arts. The Ulfah sisters will perform in Leicester on the 23rd June. For more info contact; Naz Koser, Ulfah Arts, T: 0121 446 4460 or 07861 385147, E: Info@ulfaharts.co.uk
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FASHION & TEXTILES OPPORTUNITIES
Support for SME Textile Businesses in Leicestershire
TEAM is involved with three funded projects Smartex, TekTex and Innotex and these operate within Leicestershire, East Midlands and Europe. The aim of Smartex is to provide support to SME textile businesses within Leicestershire to help them develop. This could be as simple as checking fabric compositions to ensure that labelling is correct through to provide design and production advice. We offer training where required and run short workshops targeting specific areas ranging from setting up an e-mail, web pages to stock control, accounting and e-commerce. We try to help the businesses develop or move into new areas. More information relating to TEAM can be found at www.dmu.ac.uk/team
Design Factory Talk
Thursday 17 May, 2pm, City Gallery, Leicester. Free. Are you looking for an opportunity to launch your work in a national and international marketplace? Or do you need support and funding to get your business to the next stage? Join us for an informative talk about the Design Factory, who promote and support the very best designer makers and manufacturers from the region. To book call The City Gallery on 0116 233 2060.
Designer Forum – Seminars & Courses
The Designer Forum run a series of Seminars and Courses offering a full programme of specialist guidance and support covering areas such as sales & marketing, negotiating skills, time management and legal issues for new business start ups. Offering professional help and advice from experts to help you put together the skills needed to set out on your own and put together an indisputable career portfolio. All seminars & courses run from 10am - 4pm at the Designer Forum's studio / offices in Nottingham city centre. Upcoming courses include:
· Thursday 7th – Friday 8th June - CAD and Portfolio Course. £275 & VAT.
· Monday, 11th – Friday, 15th June - New Business Start Up Course. £400 + VAT
For further info visit www.emtex.org.uk/df/designerforumws.asp or contact Vicky T: 0115 9115339, E: vicky@design-online.net
Artist Opportunities at The City Gallery
Saturday 12 May - Textile Treasures with Debbie Bryan.
Saturday 30 June - Worn – Again Wonders with Tanvi Kant.
Wednesday 13 June 2.30pm - Artist Talk and Tour with Tanvi Kant
To book call The City Gallery on 0116 233 2060.
NETWORKING
Performing Arts Network
Monday 14 May, 6pm – 8pm, Richard Attenborough Centre, Leicester. Come and hear about plans for Leicester’s new Performing Arts Centre from Ruth Eastwood Chief Executive of Leicester Theatre Trust (formerly Haymarket Theatre). Also come and have an informal chat with other venue managers and programmers. This event is organised by Creative LeicesterShire for any performers or promoters of theatre, music or dance based in Leicestershire or Rutland. It is free but please book a place by emailing Angie Minton on aminton@leics.gov.uk or call 0116 267 1950.
Loughborough Creative Café – Search Engine Secrets
Tuesday 12th June, 6pm – 8pm, The Council Chamber, Loughborough Town Hall. Informal events for creative businesses to meet and exchange skills & ideas, run by Creative LeicesterShire. 6.15pm - Susan Hallam: Search Engine Secrets. Are people finding your website? Susan will help provide tips on getting the most out of your site through the search engines. Susan runs a search engine marketing consultancy based in Nottingham. She’s an independent business advisor and guest lectures at Nottingham Trent University. Previous to establishing Hallam Communications in 2000 she held senior internet marketing roles at BT and Capital One Bank. 7.15pm Networking – an informal session to meet other creatives from the area. This event is free but booking is essential, contact Angie Minton, T: 0116 267 1950, E: aminton@leics.gov.uk
Big creative opportunities in Hinckley
21 June, 6.30pm, the Atkins Building, Bond St, Hinckley. The Atkins Building, a former hosiery factory in the centre of Hinckley, has been purchased for creative workspace. The 45,000 square foot building was bought by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council with funding from the East Midlands Development Agency and refurbishment is being planned. Creative Hinckley is a group of local creatives who will help steer the artists/not-for-profit part of the workspace. Come and see the building in its current state, meet other local creatives, get involved with the Creative Hinckley group and find out about plans. To book contact Lindsay.Orton@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk
Loughborough Enterprise Club Event
Tuesday 12 June, 4.00pm - 6.00pm, Loughborough Innovation Centre, Loughborough University Campus. Loughborough Enterprise Club (LEC) is a free networking and support organisation aimed at encouraging innovation and growth in the area. With free monthly events, we provide a regular forum in which you can meet and exchange ideas with other companies and individuals. This event will feature the following presentations: Protection without a Patent by Swindell & Pearson & Leadership Skills by Connect Midlands. To book your place E: events@loughboroughenterpriseclub.co.uk with your full name, organisation and contact number.
Creative Schools Network event
Tuesday 12 June, 6-8pm, LCB Depot, Leicester. Creative Partnerships Leicester invite you to Creative Network. This event is for professionals working in the creative industries, cultural organisations and schools interested in building connections and developing creativity in schools Compered by Elaine Pantling of LaurieLorry Theatre Company the evening will be a night to remember. Includes private view entry to Fullhurst Community College and LCB Depot exhibition. RSVP T: 0116 2616 876, E: Leicester@creative-partnerships.com For further info about Creative Partnerships visit www.creative-partnerships.com
cr8 Healthier Leicestershire - Arts & Health Conference: Investigating the impact of arts & health in educational settings
Tuesday 26 June, Midday - 4pm, Phoenix Arts, Leicester. The event is designed to bring together education professionals, artists and sports and health professionals. It will provide an opportunity for artists to network with teachers & those working in schools who want to employ artists for workshops, residencies & projects. It will explore the value of arts & health in relation to: The Healthy Schools objectives, Every Child Matters & Excellence and Enjoyment, Evaluation and evidence, The regional and national context. Lunch will be provided at this event. To book a FREE place or for more information, contact Rebecca Wooster on Rebecca@comedy-festival.co.uk / 0116 261 6812. Please inform them of any dietary or access requirements.
JOBS & COMMISSIONS
Portrait Photographer
required by Venture New Generation Portraits based in Leicester. BTEC National Diploma or equivalent required. Photoshop knowledge, Arts degree, design experience an advantage, but attitude matters most. Closing date 11 May. www.thisisventure.co.uk
Events & Admin Officer required by POPAI
Point of Purchase Advertising International - the trade association for companies involved in the Point of Purchase industry based in Lutterworth. Track record in event or office management required. Send CV with note of salary expectation to Martin Kingdon, POPAI UK & Ireland, 100 High St, Stetchworth, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 9TJ.
MLA East Midlands – 3 Vacancies
MLA (Museums Libraries & Archives) East Midlands is recruiting for three new posts as part of its organisational review. It is seeking a Learning and Workforce Development Manager, a Participation Development Officer and a Cultural Entitlement Officer. Further information and application forms are available from the MLA East Midlands website at www.mlaeastmidlands.org.uk/jobs. Deadline for all posts is 5pm, Monday 14 May.
Head of Development – sinfonia ViVA
sinfonia ViVA, the East Midlands’ resident professional orchestra, is seeking an experienced & enthusiastic person to fill this new and challenging senior management & fundraising role within a committed team as the Orchestra embarks on a period of strategic re-orientation and ambitious artistic growth. Full details of this position are available by contacting Peter Helps, Chief Executive, E: peter@vivaorch.co.uk or T: 01332 207572. Deadline for applications is Friday 25 May.
Centre for Excellence in Performance Arts (CEPA) & School of English, Performance and Historical Studies, De Montfort University, Leicester
· Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Dance
£27,465 - £39,160 pa (Two Year Fixed Term). You will join a dynamic team to teach contemporary or release-based technique on dance practice modules for our BA Hons. Dance programmes. You should also be able to contribute to one or more of: 20th/21st century European dance history; dance event management; dance in the community; dance in education; choreography and improvisation; dance technology; South Asian contemporary dance. You should have a degree in dance or relevant professional experience with a track record of teaching experience in higher education. De Montfort University focuses on contemporary performance in dance. Please quote ref: 4451
· Fellowships (1 Year fixed term contracts)
Fellow in Dance (ref 4453), Fellow in Drama (ref 4454), Fellow in Music Technology (ref 4455)
£27,465 - £39,160 pa (starting salary dependent upon qualifications and experience). Reporting to the CEPA Director, you will be teaching whilst learning about teaching as a member of subject area team. In addition to a teaching timetable of around 250 hours per year, you will devote time to learning about teaching in your subject area within the University context through professional development opportunities, shadowing experienced colleagues, classroom observations and undertaking pedagogic research tasks. Further particulars, which include details about qualifications, experience and personal attributes needed for each of the above positions, will be provided upon application. Please quote appropriate reference number
To apply online visit www.dmu.ac.uk/jobsonline Closing date for all posts: 11 May 2007.
Leicester Theatre Trust – 2 Vacancies
Leicester Theatre Trust is currently seeking to recruit two roles to assist in the organisation’s development as it prepares to move into Leicester’s new theatre.
· Executive PA/HR Assistant (Ref HR01). Full Time (39 hrs per week), Fixed Term 12 Months, c£20,000. Providing a proficient support service to the Chief Executive and the Senior Management Team, the ability to organise, manage workloads and meet deadlines is essential. As the key driver of the HR function, the successful candidate will also have a good knowledge of HR skills and practices, including current legislation and trends. This position would be ideally suited to someone looking to develop their HR career.
· Receptionist/Administrative Assistant (Ref ADM01). Full Time (39 hrs per week), Fixed Term 18 Months, c£12,500. As the first point of contact for Leicester Theatre Trust, the successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and a customer focused attitude. A varied role, including operating a telephone switchboard system and providing pro-active administrative support to colleagues, organisational skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities are essential. Previous experience would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.
Deadline for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 17 May. For further info contact Sarah Mackintosh s.mackintosh@leicestertheatretrust.co.uk or visit www.leicestertheatretrust.co.uk
Office Runner - EM Media
Conscientious, enthusiastic, efficient and energetic addition to our Nottingham based team required for a fixed term period of six months beginning in July 2007. Salary: £13,500. Deadline: Friday 25 May. For further details E: heidi.gaffney@em-media.org.uk
Community Dance Coach at Charnwood Arts
Charnwood Arts, Loughborough, has the following opportunity for a youth and community dance coach to develop their practice. Applicants should have experience of teaching across the junior and senior school age range. This 2-year post is ideal for someone wishing to develop their practice in a community setting. We will undertake a full commitment to CPD for the successful candidate. A full CRB check will be required. Hours 22.5 per week & Salary is £9,900. The Dance-Link partnership is made up of Charnwood Arts, Burleigh School Sports Partnership and Charnwood Borough Council. For full details contact Terry Allen T: 01509 822558, E: info@charnwood-arts.org.uk. Alternatively you can download an application pack from www.charnwoodarts.com
</DIV>TRAINING & SKILLS
Business Planning Bootcamp
Thursday 17 May, 8.30am – 2pm, Leicester. The business plan is probably the first document a potential investor receives from your company. Get it wrong and you probably won’t get investment. Join this masterclass and learn how to prepare a good investment document that will appeal to an investor. To apply for your free place on this course or for more information call 01509 228702 or go to www.connectmidlands.org
Thursday 17 May, 6pm, LCB Depot, Leicester. This free seminar, delivered by Janette Pallas, is for Leicester-based creative companies/sole traders/pre-starts/those working in the Leicester creative sector who would like to gain an insight into IT for SMEs. For further info or to request a place at this event, please email Caroline@cirt.org.uk with ‘IT Yes!’ in the subject line.
Arts and Media Training - Coventry
· Consulting with the Under-18s, 17 May, £50/£100. Increasing the participation of children and young people in projects is important but difficult. This course will give you practical help to carry out successful consultations with the under-18s.
· Working with Adult Leisure Groups, 20 June, £50/£37.50. For sole traders and small arts organisations considering running courses or workshops for adult leisure groups
· Action Planning for Your Arts Business, 26 June, £50/£37.50. For sole traders and small arts organisations who are in the early stages of establishing a business or who have not previously completed a plan
For further info or to book T: 024 7622 7563, E: info@amtcc.org.uk
International Communications Masterclass 07
Friday 18th May, 9.30am - 3.00pm, BioCity, Pennyfoot St., Nottingham. An informative and inspiring International Communications Masterclass - Increase your overseas trade! Featuring expert speakers, interactive workshops and case studies of award-winning companies, this is a major event that international businesses cannot afford to miss! Booking is essential. The fee is £25 (including VAT). Free for emita members. For further info contact Olivia Blackburn, 07786 471051, E: olivia.blackburn@rln-eastmidlands.com
Facing the China Challenge Roadshow
Tuesday 22 May, 9am - 2pm, East Midlands Media Technology Enterprising Centre (EMMTEC), University of Lincoln. With its strong manufacturing capabilities and growing middle class, China presents both challenges and opportunities for British businesses. This workshop will provide delegates with information about business opportunities in China and how best to take advantage of them, and the support available. There will be plenty of opportunities for networking and to hear from companies that have been successfully trading with China. This half day event is free for East Midlands businesses and is supported by China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) and UK Trade & Investment (UKTI). Places are limited and on a first-come-first-served basis. For further info or to register contact Cheryl Cranness, T: 0116 257 561, E: CherylCranness@emd.org.uk
A Review Of The Evidence For The Effectiveness Of Arts In Health
Friday 25 May, 10am to 4pm, The Galleries for Justice, Nottingham. We are preparing a programme of speakers and workshop discussions that should help us get an overview of research and evaluation to date, identify gaps and consider what may be done to address these. We will look at what we may learn from research in other disciplines that could be relevant to arts in health. There is no charge for attending this event and lunch will be provided. However, if you sign up to attend, please make a commitment to be there on the day. This is likely to be a popular event and a maximum of 60 places is available. Early booking is advised so please contact Mike White, Centre for Arts and Humanities in Health and Medicine, University of Durham. T: 0191 334 8246
Signpost is ATC’s programme of free advice surgeries for people in the arts, heritage and creative sectors. Sessions can cover any of a wide range of topics including: project planning, business organisation, individual career development, constitution and governance, training needs analysis, funding applications etc. You may then be directed to other free services offered by ATC, including Practical Partnerships, the new name for ATC’s Mentoring Programme. Signpost surgery dates at ATC offices in Leicester; Thursday 14 June, Thursday 26 July, Thursday 13 September, Thursday 25 October. For further info or to book contact Bonnie James at ATC T: 0116 2425202 or bonnie@artstrainingcentral.co.uk
Free Training Places On Rolls Royce Courses
Rolls Royce, Derby. Through Arts and Business East Midlands, Rolls Royce offers free places to arts and heritage organizations on its internal training programmes. Places are available on the following courses, but priority is given to Arts & Business Development Forum members.
5 June – Time Management
18 -19 June – Presentation Skills
Contact Rebecca.Morris@aandb.org.uk, T: 0115 921 6950 for enquiries and bookings.
Leadership Development Days – Powerbrokers Strand, Cultural Leadership Programme (Clp)
The virtual absence of managers from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds employed in leading, decision-making positions in cultural institutions across the UK is a widely acknowledged failing of the arts and cultural sectors. Powerbrokers is based on the conviction that, whilst it is essential that people from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are fully represented in the overall Cultural Leadership Programme, there are significant areas of specificity that require direct action. A series of Leadership Development Days will therefore take place at different locations until the end of June. These include; Birmingham – Wednesday 16 May, London – Tuesday 21 June. For full details, see www.LeadershipDevelopmentDays.org.uk
Using the Arts with Young People at Risk
Tuesday 3rd July, Lakeside, Nottingham. This course explores what can be achieved when using the arts with vulnerable and disadvantaged young people. Using a mixture of training techniques to help educate and inform, this course will take you all the way through project planning to project closure, covering practical issues involved in using t | 
