A one-day symposium for creative people. Industry speakers, practical workshops, taster sessions and accessible networking. A day of connection, inspiration and learning in a relaxed and inclusive environment. All are welcome!
11 November 2024
Stephen Joseph Theatre
9:30am - 5:00pm
£25
For creative people at any point in their career; whether a hobbyist wanting to start selling their work, a new graduate, a part-time professional or an established artist. It will also appeal to those in creative roles in the arts sector.
Gain wisdom from our experienced keynote panel, with creative artists Jess Thom and Toni-Dee Paul, and Danielle Daglan, Head of Culture at North Yorkshire Council. Addressing themes around working as a freelancer in the arts, wellbeing and access, and the distinct challenges of working in North Yorks and along the coast.
Workshop style sessions include marketing, budgeting, and fundraising, all led by specialists, including team members from the Stephen Joseph Theatre and ARCADE.
Whether you are an established, mid-career or emerging artist this event is designed to support you and your practice and connect you with others in and beyond your creative community.
Branding and project management workshops with the SJT staff.
A funding workshop with team ARCADE. All you need to write an ACE Project Grant.
A choice of three specialist panels (visual arts, music, theatre) with time for your Q&As.
Other workshop / talks / hands on practical workshops with top notch creatives - including public speaking, bitesize training, accountancy, ceramics, wellbeing…
The day ends with a friendly, low pressure networking hour. A chance to meet, connect and reflect with other creatives in a supported way.
All this AND a delicious buffet lunch from EAT ME.
Please download a full day schedule below. (PDF & Word downloads below), for details of panels, workshops and speakers then book your chosen sessions, using this booking form.
You will be emailed details of your chosen sessions once you have booked them. We will also re-share these with you when you register on the day. If you do not book your sessions in advance, we cannot guarantee your space.
Access will include: Captioning (Keynote and Panels 1, 2 and 3); BSL interpreter available (please book through ARCADE in advance); Buddies to support attendees throughout the day; Resting Space with resources including ear defenders; Social Story
Access information available to download, in PDF and Word formats below
What To Expect on the Day
To ensure that everyone has a smooth journey to the symposium, here is a guided walk through from Scarborough Train Station to the Stephen Joseph Theatre. This video highlights the wheelchair accessible route, ensuring you can navigate the area with ease.
Speakers
Jess Thom (Touretteshero), Toni-Paul Dee (Associate Director, Selina Thompson Ltd) and Danielle Daglan (Head of Culture, North Yorkshire Council), Sophie Drury Bradey (ARCADE). Chiedu Oraka, Stewart Baxter, Ysabelle Wombwell, Kristina Jones (Beckview Studios). Jason Wilsher-Mills, Victoria Bisset (Crescent Arts). Sarah Penney (Middle Child), Lydia Marchant, Paul Robinson (Stephen Joseph Theatre). Anna Bean, Alice Kynman, Amy Fisher (Stephen Joseph Theatre) Stella Munthali, Vanessa Nolan, Matt Harper-Hardcastle (Next Door But One), Jack Heaton (Stephen Joseph Theatre), Elizabeth Boag, Rebecca Norris, Hayley Clark (East Riding Libraries), Lee Taylor (Scarborough Library), Christine Rostron (ARCADE), Jayne Shipley (A Space to Be / Scarborough Museums and Galleries), Rach Drew (ARCADE).
Funded through public funding from the National Lottery by Arts Council England and Stephen Joseph Theatre.
