Community Post Type: Callouts

Full of Noises is a sound art and new music organisation based in a public park on Cumbria’s Furness Peninsula.

They are looking for a freelance project coordinator to work alongside FoN’s staff, Board of Directors and architects/project managersLEDA(Leeds Environmental Design Associates) to support the redevelopment of their building in Barrow’s busy public park.

The project includes redevelopment of an existing Victorian park keepers’ house into an artists’ residency space including offices for the company and creation of a new, 40 capacity public performance and project space. The total project budget is £640,000.

The coordinator will have previous experience of managing and coordinating capital projects at a similar or larger scale, and of working with multiple partners, preferably including work with a local authority and/or cultural organisation. The co-ordinator will be responsible for:

● Leading communications between the architects and project managers LEDA, construction contractors and Full of Noises directors during the construction and finishing stages of the project.

● Coordinating with Barrow Borough Council and Barrow Park managers to ensure access and safety procedures are in place during construction.

● Making sure that key decisions and changes are communicated and resolved clearly and effectively.

● Monitoring the project budget, communicating any proposed changes and for submitting payment requests to the project’s main funders (Arts Council England and the Sir John Fisher Foundation).

● Preparing for and managing/supporting the directors in the re-occupation of the refurbished building

Please contact: glenn@fonfestival.org for full project description and designs / plans before applying.

To apply: https://fonfestival.org/fon_events/piel-view-house-capital-project-co-ordinator-post-29-10-2021/

Location: Barrow-in-Furness (site visits). Remote/home working and/or use of FoN office space.

Eligibility Applicants must be registered as self-employed and have the right to work in the UK.

Theatre Factory are looking for an experienced lighting designer for a small-scale, 40 minute outdoor evening promenade performance, including shadow puppetry and live action on a community growing space, March 2022.

The venue is ‘Allotment Soup’, Community Growing Space, Walney, Barrow-in-Furness.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/810021599115381

The piece will be performed by young people aged 12 to 26 on March 24th, 25th and 26th to an audience of 20 per show at 6pm in the evening.

They need someone who:

• Can work fast and creatively with small budgets
• Can make use of the natural environment with care and compassion
• Can work off grid, with practical lighting and low carbon solutions
• Can create magic with lights in a windy, rainy environment
• will enjoy working in an environmentally sensitive space
• is comfortable in a community setting
• is passionate about fighting climate change from within the arts.

Fee is £1000

Accommodation provided and paid for

Travel reimbursed.

Contract dates: March 14th-26th 2022

Application process

Please send:

• Your C.V. as either PDF or Word Doc.
• Short statement about yourself and your work and how you would tackle this challenge
• Images of your work
• A reference

Please send your applications to:

phill@theatrefactory.org

Closes 25th November  2021

Interviews will be held on Zoom on 6thDecember 2021

About Theatre Factory

Theatre Factory is a socially engaged theatre and youth arts company based inBarrow-In-Furness,Cumbria. We are a National Portfolio Organisation with 24 years experience of working with community in the Furness area.

Their work starts in the community wherever it is needed and develops through studio based youth theatres. They support the work of young and emerging practitioners in a range of performance disciplines from writing to dance, directing, acting and music.

They are an inclusive company and are committed to equal opportunities. They are also committed to the environment and getting as close to carbon neutral as they can.

www.theatrefactory.org

Find out how you can catch the pop up Halloween performances and be a part of The Katumba Halloween Carnival by joining their carnival workshops!

Every October, Liverpool drumming and movement troupe, Katumba Transforms the Liverpool City Centre into a playground of imagination, with performances inspiring, and engaging audiences by creating big, bold, visual shows through unexpected spectacle of drums, fire, lights, dance, theatre and more.

This year the Katumba Halloween Carnival is taking a surprising turn: a music, pyrotechnics, and visual showcase at the Bombed Out Church, with pop-up performances around the city centre – all culminating with an explosive finale in Liverpool One.

Sharing the fun – and benefits – of carnival practices is Katumba’s mission and it will be no different with their Halloween Carnival. From now until the 30th October, you can take part in carnival and wellbeing workshops in L8; learning skills & building props that you can showcase at the carnival, in addition to wellbeing sessions.

You can choose from a variety of workshops, from lantern making with Luma Creations, to carnival dance with Movema, capoeira with CFA, spoken word, cycle rides & skills with Cycle For Life, Yoga & Sound Bath with Juliana Brazil Movement and more.

Check out their full festival programme and booking details HERE (accessible to all ages).

For more information, head to https://www.katumba.co.uk/routes-and-roots/

Stand Up Sisters CIC are looking for a qualified Art Therapist to run a 3 day Introduction to Art Therapy for women with lived experience of mental illness, substance misuse and domstic violence in Bolton. They are looking for a North West Artist who can run on Zoom and face to face – a blended approach.

They wish the successful candiate to discuss the underspinning key theorists of Art Therapy, create artwork with our participants, celebrate women for their strengths and talents and discuss how to find work as an Art Therapist.

The fee for three days will be £450

This project is funded by the European Social Fund, in association with the Workers Education Association.

This post may close early if a sucessful candiate is found so it is advised to apply early.

To apply, contact: Maddie Smith, standupsistersbolton@yahoo.com

Open Culture is looking for proposals to form next year’s festival programme and showcase the city’s world-class arts offer to a diverse audience from across the North West and beyond.

Their theme for 2022 will be Energy.

They work with everyone to create LightNight, from major arts venues and artists to studios, collectives, and community groups from across Merseyside. If you’re interested in presenting work for LightNight, whether virtually online or through live events they’re keen to hear from you.

This open call has two strands:

Paid Artist Commissions (Closes: 18 Nov 2021)
In-kind Programming & Late Openings (Closes: 10 Jan 2022)

Paid Artist Commissions

They’re looking to commission 2-4 new works by artists or arts collectives living/working in the UK for next year’s festival. They’re looking for engaging proposals that explore the theme of ‘Energy’ across any artform with an option to present online.

If you are interested in submitting, please read the brief and email your proposal.

In-kind Programming & Late Openings

Arts and heritage organisations, artists, community groups and other creatives are invited to propose special events and activities (physical or virtual) that explore the theme to be part of LightNight.

Interested? Please read the brief here and then submit your proposal via the online form by the closing date.

Download the 2021 Open Call here

Open Consultation Days

On Wednesday 10 November 2021 they’re all yours! Whether you’re interested in being part of LightNight, want to give them your ideas or feedback, or just fancy a quick catch up you can book in a time to chat.

Please get in touch via info@culture.org.uk to book a 30min slot, let them know your preference for a phone call or video chat, and they’ll aim to get you booked in.

National Museums Liverpool (NML) are on the lookout for 16–24-year-olds across the Liverpool City Region to redefine what matters to them when it comes to Liverpool’s history and culture.

The Youth Engagement Forum will work together to create and develop a programme of events and activities by young people, for young people – using what they learn from NML exhibitions and projects to create the content they’d like to see. With events set to take place across NML’s seven museums and galleries, the forum hopes to build a platform for a range of voices and opinions to foster inclusivity.

The first meeting will be held on Sunday 14 November in the Treasure House Theatre at World Museum from 11am to 3pm, empowering young people to lead on what they would like to see happening in our buildings and online, while gaining skills through workshopping, discussions and events.

The first project that the forum will work on will be linked to the new Sickert; A Life in Art exhibition, at Walker Art Gallery until 22 Feb 2022. The forum will be involved in programming events linked to the exhibition, as well as taking part in research and getting the opportunity to inform gallery displays and future museum plans. Future projects will be decided on by forum members and linked to exhibitions and projects taking place across National Museums Liverpool.

Claire Benjamin, Head of Learning and Participation at National Museums Liverpool, said: “The Youth Engagement Forum is a fantastic opportunity for 16–24-year-olds across the city region to meet like-minded people on a regular basis – sharing ideas, gaining experience and discussing topics that really matter to them.

“Opportunities within the forum are open-ended; whether you want to learn how to produce, plan and organise events or get involved in researching our fascinating collections, there’s a chance to get involved in a wide range of activities. Whether you already have a passion for art, science or history or even just want to meet new people, all are welcome. We want to find enthusiastic young people who want to leave their mark on Liverpool’s cultural life”.

By taking part in the forum, young people will gain valuable skills and training through working with creatives and museum professionals, as well as working together as a team – leading on projects that are shaped by their passions and interests. With a strong focus on skills and employability, forum members will gain work experience for their CVs, as well as learn how to host activities in a museum or gallery, digital skills, networking and volunteering.

For more information or to register your interest, contact May Chong, Learning and Participation Manager for Young People, National Museums Liverpool: yuenmay.chong@liverpoolmuseums.org.uk

Oldham Coliseum theatre are seeking an experienced, collaborative Sound Designer to work alongside director Chris Lawson to deliver the Sound for ‘Blue / Orange’. They are particularly interested in meeting with designers from under-represented backgrounds in the arts industry.

Blue / Orange will run at Oldham Coliseum Febuary 17 – 5 March. Rehearsals commence: 24 January, 2022.

About Blue / Orange: Christopher has been sectioned to the psychiatric ward for a month and is excited to be going home… until an orange throws his diagnosis into question. His doctor wants to section him indefinitely, the senior consultant thinks it’s a question of culture, and besides – they need the beds.

Over 24 hours their power struggle explodes into an intense and darkly funny exploration of institutional racism, ethics and mental health. Penned by Joe Penhall (Sunny Afternoon, Mindhunter) Blue/Orange won the Olivier Award, The Critics Circle Award and the Evening Standard Award for Best New Play.

Please send a cover letter & CV to producer Hannah Ellis Ryan: hannahryan@coliseum.org.uk  The application deadline for this vacancy is Friday 22nd October 2021 at 12:00pm.

Applicants they would like to invite to interview will meet with Chris Lawson over zoom or in person.

Fee: £2800

Oldham Coliseum Theatre is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their gender identity, marital status, ethnicity, disability, age, class, sexual orientation or background.

If you would like a copy of their Equal Opportunities Policy or if you would like to discuss any of the requested information below, please get in touch with our Admin team on: mail@coliseum.org.uk or 0161 624 1731.

Altru Drama are now casting for talented, enthusiastic, and committed actors for a Christmas tour of Wind in the Willows. All actors must be aged 18+.

Touring schools and community venues in the North West. They are looking for 3 actors to tour and perform in an adaptation of Wind in the Willows. They are particularly keen to hear from actors who play a musical instrument.

Toad: A big character with loads of comedic moments.
Mole: Kind and gentle, full of wonder.
Badger: Grumpy and gruff but with a good heart. Ideally this character will play guitar.
The part of Ratty is already cast.

They are casting in a non-gendered way for this performance. The piece runs at an hour long, with lots of audience participation and live music played throughout the show. Performances will be in schools / libraries /community venues. Some evenings and weekends.

It is important to state that Wind in the Willows is not a panto, but an innovative storytelling piece of theatre which is engaging for children of all ages and families. All actors should be strong multi-role performers with comedic and storytelling skills. They are keen for all actors to have some musical skill, the ability to play an instrument is desirable but not essential. All cast members will be required to sing.

As the piece is performed at a variety of locations, they will prioritise those who are aged 25+ and have 3 years of driving experience.

The full dates are as follows:
22nd November – 7th January 2021

They currently have one Saturday booked during the tour. There will be no Sunday performances.

Fee: £400 per week. Pro rata fee applies for part weeks.

Applicants for this project must live in Merseyside or have a Merseyside base. Applicants must also hold a current DBS (issued within the last 12 months) or be willing to apply for one at their own cost.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All actors must have or be willing to obtain a DBS certificate.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please email your CV or Spotlight Link to jobs@altru.co.uk.

They would also like you to send a link to a short self tape on You tube/ Vimeo of you singing a character song. This should be no longer than 2 minutes please.

Self-tapes and CVs/Spotlight links to be submitted by 5pm on Thursday 14th October 2021.

You will be notified if they would like you to audition on Friday 15th October 2021. Auditions will be held on Tuesday 19th October 2021 at their base in Garston.

Paperwork Theatre are seeking a team of dynamic actors with experience in outdoor, promenade and/or street theatre performance for a new live festive experience which will take place in Liverpool City Centre across 12 dates this December.

Events will be staged in busy outdoor locations where audiences will be invited to join in an interactive
outdoor pop up festive experience. They require performers with strong skills in audience interaction,
improvisation and movement.

Role – Festive Elf

You will develop an elf character who will interact with the general public at live Christmas theme events. For 4 of these dates the Elf team will be the main attraction, leading a different activity per event such as mistletoe ‘Kiss-Cam’, giant pass the parcel or snowball fights.

For 8 of these dates the Elf team will support a live performance by another act by encouraging audiences
to engage and participate.

Skills required – They are looking for performers with experience of:

Street arts/outdoor performance
Interacting with public and family audiences
Strong improvisation/clowning skills
Strong movement skills

Requirements – Age 18+, any gender, any ethnicity.

This is a freelance role, you must be registered as self employed/ responsible for your own Tax and NI and
have your own Public Liability Insurance.

Dates – Applicants must have full availability for below dates to be considered:

Audition Thursday 21st October 10-12pm
Rehearsal Thursday 25th November 10-5pm
Events 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 18th,

You will be called 5-7.30pm with performances between 6-7pm.

21st, 22nd, 23rd December

You will be called 5-7.30pm with performances between 6-7pm.

Location – Auditions, rehearsals and performances will take place at venues in Liverpool City Centre.

Rate of pay – £100 per elf-led event. £60 per elf supported event. £120 rehearsal day.
Weather

Please bear in mind that performers will be required to perform outdoors in December, approx 1h each
day, early evenings.

Equality and Diversity

It is the aim of Paperwork Theatre to achieve a balanced portrayal of women, Black, Asian and minority
ethnic, LGBT and Deaf and Disabled people in performance. They are particularly keen to hear from performers from underrepresented backgrounds and to engage with diverse performers in our productions.

How to apply: Email info@paperworktheatre.co.uk using the subject: ELF APPLICATION.

Please include: A 1-2 minute self tape of you performing a festive story. If you have an interesting skill, they’d love to see it. Your CV, showreel (if possible) / link to spotlight

Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 24th October. Please note that they will be unable to acknowledge your application until the closing date.

If you need further information, assistance or need to make a an application in a different format, please contact them by emailing Hayley Greggs- info@paperworktheatre.co.uk.

See their website here.

Stand Up Sisters CIC are looking to take part in some Continued Professional Development within our team. They are looking to work with artists who create dolls.

They know versions of the following –

Needlefelt,

Spirit dolls,

Wish dolls,

Corn dolls,

Twig dolls,

Primative dolls

Worry dolls.

They are looking to employ an artist once a month to teach us new doll making techniques that we will use in our practice going forward. The fee will be £90 per workshop.

They will purchase their own materials. To apply please send images of your artwork alongside a CV and we will get back to you to either arrange a workshop or an interview. They are interested to embrace weird and wonderful creations. The Company is run by a Trainee Art Therapist and a Creative Counsellor. The workshops can be run on zoom.

To apply, contact: Maddie Smith, standupsistersbolton@yahoo.com

See their website here.