FLASH (Future Leaders in Arts in St Helens) Mentorship Programme – St Helens Council, closes 24 Jun ’25

Are you aged 18-25, living or working in St Helens, and passionate about a career in the arts?

Do you want to gain real-world experience, connect with creative professionals, and make a difference in your community?

The FLASH (Future Leaders in Arts in St Helens) programme is a paid mentoring and training opportunity hosted by the Local Cultural Education Partnership (LCEP) and funded through St Helens’ Borough of Culture Award.

They’re looking for up to 15 enthusiastic and creative young people to join their 2025 cohort.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 24 June

FREE dance class in L8 – Stronger Together, until 8 Aug ’25

Do you enjoy dancing?

Do you live in L8?

Stronger Together comes to L8! They are so excited to be starting FREE weekly world dance classes for women* and every Friday from the 6th June until 8th August.

Head along for a weekly session with Maxine Brown.

Book your free place here: https://forms.gle/HuSWUWe6u23F7F4L7 or visit their website to book!

*Trans women are and will always be welcome in these sessions. The same goes for non-binary, gender fluid and gender queer people who feel included by the term women.

Actors (x3) – Make It Write CIC / The Studio Below, opens 7 Jun ’25

Make It Write are looking for three actors for a profit share production as part of Make It Write’s evening of short plays, created by course participants on one of their writing programmes.

Head along if you are interested in auditioning for one of these roles.

No preparation required for auditions. Scripts will be provided on the day.

Please note the show date will be 3rd October 2025 and rehearsals will start from July, exact times to be decided once cast.

No need to get in touch, just drop in. However if you would like more information or have special requirements, please contact the director, Kirsten by email: kirstenhawkinsactor@gmail.com

The Studio Below, 39 Rodney Street, Liverpool

LMF local opportunities for filmmakers, ongoing from 6 Jun ’25

On Lets Make Film’s website they accept local job/experience opportunities for short films in the area and share them on their socials.

There are some fantastic filmmakers in 2025 looking for help from their community, get involved if you want some experience on set!

If you have a project coming up and need help finding cast or crew, fill in the form on their website, and if they can help they will!

DoES Liverpool hands-on workshops survey, opens 6 Jun ’25

What do you want to learn—or teach?

DoES Liverpool are expanding their range of hands-on workshops and one-to-one sessions at DoES Liverpool, and they want your input!

From surface-mount soldering to Japanese woodblock printing, their recent workshops have been a hit—and now they’re planning more.

💡 Got a skill to share? A topic you’re eager to explore?
📋 Fill out our quick survey and help shape what comes next!

👉 https://bit.ly/does-survey

Business Growth Workshops – Liverpool City Council, starts Jun ’25

Business Growth Workshops open to all Liverpool-based businesses, regardless of size – covering areas like leadership, cyber security, practical governance, social media, accessing investment etc.

Liverpool City Council also have information sessions showcasing support opportunities like innovation programmes or recruitment support schemes which can include funding to recruit new staff.

Their events are listed on Eventbrite here.

Plus, since 2023 their team have been running a more intensive 1:1 support offer for eligible companies whereby they can access fully-funded specialist advice from a bank of consultants we have procured. This builds on their previous successful ERDF funded support programmes over the years – so people are welcome to contact via LCC’s website here:https://liverpool.gov.uk/businesssupportservice

Participants – Consultation for new draft Cultural Strategy 2025–2030, Culture Makes Liverpool, closes 27 Jun ’25

Liverpool City Council is inviting residents, creatives, organisations, and cultural partners to take part in the public consultation for their new draft Cultural Strategy 2025–2030, Culture Makes Liverpool.

The draft strategy sets out their collective vision for how culture can continue to shape, inspire, and strengthen Liverpool over the next five years. It builds on the foundation of their 2020 strategy, reflecting the lessons learned during the pandemic and responding to the city’s changing social, economic, and environmental landscape.

They’re holding this consultation because they believe the cultural future of Liverpool must be shaped by the people who live, work, and create here. Your voice matters – whether you’re an artist, a community leader, a cultural organisation, or a resident with ideas about how culture can better serve your neighbourhood.

The strategy outlines four key priorities:

  • Culture Strengthening our Communities
  • Culture Celebrating our Place
  • Culture Supporting our People
  • Culture Growing our Economy

It is also underpinned by three core principles: collaboration & resilience, equality & inclusivity, and environmental sustainability. Through this consultation, they want to hear your views on how well the strategy reflects these goals – and how we can improve it.

They are particularly keen to hear from underrepresented voices and communities who want to help shape a more inclusive cultural future for Liverpool.

The consultation will run from 23rd May to 27th June and includes an online survey as well as in-person workshops to be arranged.

 Click here to take part in the consultation  liverpool.gov.uk/culturalstrategyconsultation

Artist submissions – The Williamson Open, closes 16 Aug ’25

The moment you’ve been waiting for…The Williamson Open is BACK for 2025!

Their annual exhibition celebrating the best art from across Liverpool City Region will take place October-December 2025. Submissions open 2 July – will you be entering?!

🖼 Please Note: the submission process has changed this year – please read the website carefully for details.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 16 August

Open Days at Make CIC in 2025

Head along and explore behind the scenes at Make CIC’s creative hubs across Liverpool!

Whether you’re curious about their maker community, want to tour their studio spaces, or check out their ​wood workshop and innovation lab​.

☕ Enjoy a coffee at Cafe Ricardo (North Docks) or have a mooch at Once Upon Huyton (Huyton) while you’re there!
📍 Open Day Dates:
🔹 Make North Docks: Saturday 7​th June & Saturday 7​th July
🔹 Make Hamilton: Friday 20​th June
🔹 Make Huyton​ Village: Saturday 5​t​h July

Sign up now on Eventbrite​: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/make-8132732393