Category: News
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Community-Driven Art Installation by Renowned Sculptor Raphael Daden Set to be Unveiled
From Urban Wilderness CIC Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, Thursday 14th November 2014: A stunning new public art installation by renowned light sculptor Raphael Daden, titled “Where Are the Birds, Where Are the Trees?”, will be unveiled on Thursday 14th November at 7.00pm in Longton Exchange’s Cultural Quarter. This installation reflects Longton’s commitment to a greener, more sustainable future and showcases…
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“We have a duty to protect, develop, and extend our heritage.”
By Jerome Whittingham Stoke-on-Trent was officially recognised as a World Craft City for its rich ceramics heritage earlier this year, marking a significant milestone in the city’s cultural and creative journey. On Thursday 17th October a celebratory event was held at Stoke Minster, organised by Stoke Creates. The event brought together leaders from the city’s…
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MP’s speech celebrates city’s creative industries
In his speech to Parliament on Tuesday 8th October 2024, Gareth Snell, MP for Stoke-on-Trent Central, celebrated the city’s rich heritage in creative industries, emphasising its role as a leader in ceramics and public arts. He highlighted various local creative organisations, such as Appetite, Carse & Waterman, and the New Vic Theatre. Gareth stressed the…
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Scratch Night Micro Commission Opportunity
From Kath Stanway at B Arts Applications are now open for micro-commissions for scratch work to be presented at B arts Scratch Night on Friday 22nd November 2024 We are looking for new work or work in progress across theatre, stand-up comedy, spoken word, poetry, readings and sketches/skits. Micro commissions are about new or work…
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Film Theatre Celebrates 50th Anniversary with a New Chapter at The Wade Centre
By Jerome Whittingham, Stoke Creates Stoke Film Theatre has marked its 50th anniversary with a special relaunch event at its new home, The Wade Centre in Hartshill. The celebration featured speeches from key figures, including Grace Jordan, Director of the theatre, trustee Jill, and Deputy Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent, Councillor Steve Watkins. The event drew…
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Reviving Longton Through Arts that Empower
By Jerome Whittingham In a recent interview with community arts podcasters Siobhan Mcaleer and Ryan Ball for a Stoke Creates special commission, Isla Telford, one of three directors of Urban Wilderness CIC, shared the inspiring journey and impact of the organisation’s work in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent. Urban Wilderness, which Isla co-founded six years ago, has become…
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Black History Celebration
Kwanzaa Collective UK invite you to celebrate Black History Month 2024 at the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery in a FREE creative, cultural family day that will include a celebration of the art, music and food of people of African and Caribbean descent. There will be a wide range of workshops and performances for all…
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Stoke-on-Trent’s Cultural Evolution: A Conversation with Peter Herbert
By Jerome Whittingham Stoke-on-Trent has long been known for its industrial past, but in recent years, the city has seen a cultural renaissance, much of it thanks to the tireless efforts of local arts promoters like Peter Herbert. In a recent interview with community arts podcasters Siobhan Mcaleer and Ryan Ball for a Stoke Creates…
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Newcastle Common exhibits award winning artwork
A collection of award-winning artwork by local artists is now open at Newcastle Common in Newcastle-under-Lyme Town Centre. ‘Featured’ will showcase some of the award-winning pieces which were included in Arts Keele’s Three Counties Open Art Exhibition over the summer at Burslem School of Art. The exhibition includes a diverse mix of drawings, sculpture, print,…
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“We’re just getting warmed up.”
On Thursday 19th September over 80 of the city’s artists gathered at the World of Wedgwood in Barlaston for the Big Open Exchange Forum. It was a time and place to share thoughts and vision as we all, as creatives, make plans to celebrate the city’s centenary rear in 2025. Susan Clarke, Executive Director of…