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Conversations in Creativity: Jahday Ford

Conversations in Creativity: Jahday Ford

01 October 2024

Our curated programme for Black History Month UK continues with the next in our series of Conversations in Creativity feature interviews with some of the individuals connected to our collaboration with The Black Artisans Exhibition and events at Haworth Art Gallery. Today we shine a light on Jahday Ford - a Glass Artist and Designer based in the Northwest,

Conversations in Creativity: Judith Annakie-Eriksen,

Conversations in Creativity: Judith Annakie-Eriksen,

30 September 2024

We continue our curated programme for Black History Month UK with a series of Conversations in Creativity feature interviews with some of the individuals connected to our collaboration with The Black Artisans Exhibition and events at Haworth Art Gallery. Today it's the turn of Judith Annakie-Eriksen.

Conversations in Creativity: Adaesi Ukairo

Conversations in Creativity: Adaesi Ukairo

30 September 2024

We continue our curated programme for Black History Month UK with a series of Conversations in Creativity feature interviews with some of the individuals connected to our collaboration with The Black Artisans Exhibition and events at Haworth Art Gallery. We launch with Adaesi Ukairo (Metalwork Artist).

Community Singing Champions Announced

Community Singing Champions Announced

24 September 2024

Lancashire, County of Song has announced the names of six Community Singing Champions for 2024 from across the County, shortlisted as part of this year's programme.

New Season Launches at Morecambe’s More Music

New Season Launches at Morecambe’s More Music

24 September 2024

​An exciting new programme of events launches at More Music this September, with gigs to watch, sessions to get involved with and the ever-popular West End Lantern Procession.

Jo Sealy and the Black Artisans Exhibition

Jo Sealy and the Black Artisans Exhibition

20 September 2024

To celebrate the launch of the Black Artisans exhibition at Haworth Art Gallery, photographer Jo Sealy is doing a special social media takeover of Creative Lancashire channels on 20/09 to share more about this photography & craft exhibition celebrating Black British artisanal excellence. Read more below.

#LancsFringe Line up revealed for UK's biggest free Performance Festival

#LancsFringe Line up revealed for UK's biggest free Performance Festival

06 September 2024

The line up has been announced for Preston’s biggest performance festival. Lancashire Fringe Festival’s exciting program includes comedy, dance, spoken word and theatre plus several new commissions showcasing the work of Lancashire-based performers – with all shows free to attend.

Celebrating Excellence: The Black Artisans Photography Exhibition at Haworth Art Gallery

Celebrating Excellence: The Black Artisans Photography Exhibition at Haworth Art Gallery

27 August 2024

Following a successful presentation at National Festival of Making, The Black Artisans is delighted to announce that an expanded version of its travelling photography exhibition of the same name will be hosted by Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington.

Arts Council - Developing your Creative Practice

Arts Council - Developing your Creative Practice

27 August 2024

Funding to support individuals who are cultural and creative practitioners and want to take time to focus on their creative development.

Hope Not Hate

Hope Not Hate

08 August 2024

We are living in rapidly changing and unpredictable times. We join our sector partners and industry voices in our shock and horror in response to the inflammatory, racist, violence of recent days.

Art in Manufacturing: Extended Exhibition Opening Times

Art in Manufacturing: Extended Exhibition Opening Times

26 July 2024

If you didn’t manage to make it over to National Festival of Making in Blackburn, two of the Art in Manufacturing installations are still available to view.

Achates Community Bursary Programme

Achates Community Bursary Programme

24 July 2024

One week left to apply for our Achates Community Bursary Programme. Anyone can apply for a bursary no matter what your age, background or where you work.

General Election 2024: What are the parties pledging for the arts?

General Election 2024: What are the parties pledging for the arts?

28 June 2024

Campaign for the Arts (CFTA) have produced a round up of what the main political are pledging for the arts, alongside a detailed analysis of each of these pledges. This is a must read for anyone who cares about the future of the UK’s cultural sector.

Blackpool Grand Theatre announces the death of former Chief Executive, Ruth Eastwood

Blackpool Grand Theatre announces the death of former Chief Executive, Ruth Eastwood

25 June 2024

​With deep sadness, Blackpool Grand Theatre​ announces the death of Ruth Eastwood, aged 62, former Chief Executive, who served the theatre with distinction and dedication. Ruth died peacefully last Friday, 31 May 2024, surrounded by her family.

The Hollins School's 'Cohesion through Creativity Initiative' wins innovation award

The Hollins School's 'Cohesion through Creativity Initiative' wins innovation award

31 May 2024

An Accrington-based high school, The Hollins, received the Innovation and Leadership in Education Award in recognition for their work at the recent Northern Cultural Education Awards, hosted by Curious Minds.