News from producers around Derbyshire

Spring Bank Arts presents Kev Minney

After years of hard work, fine-tuning, and carving out a name for himself doing what he loves, Kev Minney was invited to New York to record his debut EP titled All You Need (2015).

'A Stroll Along Dronny Bottom' Exhibition at Dronfield Hall Barn

We're pleased to announce that our revamped 'A Stroll Along Dronny Bottom' exhibition is now available to view through January & February at the Barn.

Open in the gallery from 10am-4pm on Wednesday-Sunday, this is a great opportunity to revisit one of our favourite exhibitions to date. There's plenty of fascinating images courtesy of our archive showing just how much Dronny Bottom has changed over the years - did you know that by the end of the 19th century, there were 14 pubs located in the area?

Wedding Open Day at Dronfield Hall Barn

Is anyone you know planning on getting married soon, but still looking for the ideal venue? Then be sure to let them know about our Wedding Open Day this weekend, coming up on Sunday 16th January from 10am-3pm.

Platinum Jubilee Celebrations in Derbyshire Libraries

Derbyshire County Council is preparing to support a programme of activities across the whole county in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

The Council has received a grant from Arts Council England’s Let’s Create Jubilee Fund for activities in libraries to celebrate the Jubilee and is inviting artists to put forward creative proposals for these activities.

LEADD:NG Creating Experiences in Augmented Reality: Online Event

The team over at LEADD:NG have a few remaining places available for their Creating Experiences in Augmented Reality online event, with the first session taking place on Friday 4th February 2022.

LEADD:NG Interactive Installations: Online Event

The team over at LEADD:NG have a few remaining places available for their Interactive Installations - Sound, Lights & Movement online event, with the first session taking place on Thursday 20th January 2022.

Melbourne Festival are hunting for a Gallery Manager to join their team at the Creative Melbourne Gallery

Why not start the new year with an exciting new job?

Wiltshire Music Connect's Over The Digital Horizon Webinar Series

Wiltshire Music Connect have launched a webinar series aimed at connecting music educators with the ideas and innovations from around the world that are likely to shape the sector in the coming months and years.

Curated by music, inclusion and technology specialist Ben Sellers, the series will feature content from a range of designers, programmers, academics and startup CEOs, aimed at music educators looking to deepen their knowledge and expertise in all things digital.

Discover A Historical Hidden Gem - New Dates Now On Sale For The Welbeck Abbey State Room Tours

Welbeck Abbey will open its doors to visitors over three seasons this year, giving unprecedented access to this stately home.

Now taking place in Spring, Early Summer and Late Summer, the Welbeck Abbey State Room Tours offer visitors the opportunity to see the beautiful interiors at Welbeck Abbey. The guided tours include six of the State Rooms that were used to entertain royalty, dignitaries and politicians.

Ashfield Set To Shine Bright With New Light Night

Giant illuminated walkabout puppets, an eight-metre light-up inflatable snail, spectacular light drummers, UV doodles, a glowing silent disco and an Invisible Man are just some of the international and national acts and installations set to be part of a shiny new light-fantastic event coming to Sutton-in-Ashfield on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 February 2022.

The free event will create a whole new way to see the town, as street-performers, dancers and artists light up the streets and spaces across the centre.