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The compliments are rolling in for our current exhibition 'Connections' featuring artists Margaret Micklewright, Andrea Oke, Mary Stradling, Angela Uren.
Margaret Micklewright is also running a workshop this Saturday: 'Eploring Inks'
In the workshop you will discover the many variations that ink provides, leading to expressive and exciting results.
7 September
10.00 - 12.00
£40
To book, please phone 01460 54973
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What a night Friday night was!
The Dreamettes went down a storm and a truly fantastic time was had by all.
Check out our website for more Tribute bands coming to the Arts Centre soon.
https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/performances
A fantastic evening of Folk music last night at Ilminster Arts Centre with the Farey family and The Arquebus Trio
#southwestfolk #folkmusic #ukfolk #folkmusicuk
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TOMORROW: Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion
If you like Blues, Jazz or Rock and Roll - this is for you!
Come to Ilminster Arts Centre this Friday and witness a sensational performance by Zoe Schwarz.
Our intimate venue means you'll the getting up close and personal with the band and will be right in the heart of the action.
Zoe’s dynamic and commanding vocal delivery is complimented by the unmistakable touch and flow of Rob Koral-guitar; and the highly accomplished rhythm section of Pete Whittaker-Hammond organ and Paul Robinson-drums (Nina Simone, Van Morrison, The Proclaimers, Paul McCartney to name a few).
Zoë Schwarz Blue Commotion have made a considerable impact this last decade, and is one of the bands that have added a fresh approach and vibrancy to the UK Blues scene.
Get you tickets before it's too late!
📆12th April
🕑7.30pm
🎟£20
https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/performances/zoe-schwarz-blue-commotion
We can't wait for next Friday's concert. Julian Phillips will be entertaining us on the piano. Book your tickets now at Ilminster Arts Centre ! 🎶🎹🎵 #jazz #jazzmusic #boogiewoogie
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NEXT FRIDAY: Julian Philipps - Boogie Woogie Nights🎹
Get ready to boogie woogie with Julian Philipps! Join us for an evening filled with energetic piano tunes and rhythmic beats.
Don't miss out! 💃🎶
📌 Date: March 1st
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM
🎟️ £18
Tickets available over the phone 01460 54973 or online: https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/performances
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TODAY:🐑Weaving Demonstration! 🐑
Come over today and see textile artist Lia Jenkinson weaving her magic on her loom in our gallery. You won't want to miss this opportunity to see beautiful fabrics come to life!
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OPEN NOW: The Prize Winners' Open Exhibition 🖼
The exhibition features work from the winning #artists of the 2023 Open Art competition - an annual competition, open to everyone and all mediums except photography.
Ten artists are exhibiting, including two young emerging artists as well as the Arts Centre’s ‘Clay Workshop Group’ with their clay #sculptures.
Make sure you don't miss these talented artists and their work!
https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/exhibitions
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🌟 OPEN NOW: Christmas Craft Show 🌟
Get your Christmas shopping sorted at our Christmas Craft Show.
A fabulous collection of handmade items for everyone.
Don't miss this chance to buy something special and unusual.
The Christmas craft show will run from Tuesday, November 28 until 2pm Friday, December 22.
Opening hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 9.30am - 3pm
It's free entry and we have a café on site.
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⛄ OPEN NOW: Christmas Craft Show 🎄
We've transformed the gallery into a winter wonderland as we welcome back our annual Christmas Craft Show.
A fabulous collection of handmade items for everyone. Don't miss this chance to buy something special and unusual.
The Christmas craft show will run from Tuesday, November 28 until 2pm Friday, December 22.
Opening hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 9.30am - 3pm
It's free entry and we have a café on site.
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Have you visited our latest exhibition in the gallery yet? 'The Garden, The Sea' is running until Saturday 2nd September. Artists Sue Durant and Lin Hawkins celebrate the natural world by exploring wide horizons and intimate spaces.
The exhibition is free to visit. Don't forget all the artwork is for sale and supports local artists and the Arts Centre!
Opening hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 9.30am - 3pm
Find out more: https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/exhibitions/the-garden-the-sea
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THIS FRIDAY: BOWIE FASHION ⚡
“Bowie Fashion” is a five-man group dedicated to the authentic reproduction of the music of David Bowie, capturing the essence of his live performances. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of the iconic British superstar. You will hear all Bowie’s best loved hits including Life on Mars, Let's Dance, Space Oddity, Ashes to Ashes and many, many more. It will be an extravaganza not to be missed!
Book now: https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/performances/bowie-fashion-2023
Friday 25th August
7:30pm - 10:00pm
Bar Available
Tickets: £20 (£5 for students and free for 12-year-olds and under!)
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We are proud to feature in this beautiful portrait of #Ilminster produced by Visit South Somerset. There is so much to see and do here, from independent shops and eateries, to gorgeous walks, to an abundance of culture thanks to great facilities like The Warehouse Theatre, the Library, and of course us, to mention just a few! We love Ilminster!
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Volunteer at the Arts Centre 💙
Here at the Arts Centre, we have some GREAT opportunities for those who are looking for volunteer work. From active roles such as gardening, helping at concerts and hanging pictures, to less active roles such as gallery stewards, receptionist or offering office support, there's something for everybody!
PLUS, it's a great way to meet new people and add to your social life, all in aid of a great cause. Listen to what Pat, our lovely Workshops Co-ordinator Volunteer enjoys about volunteering at the Arts Centre!
Join our dedicated team of volunteers today by registering your interest at [email protected] or tel 01460 54973.
We'd love to hear from you.
https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/volunteer
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It's only one week till Christmas 🎁
We are well and truly in the #Christmas Spirit after a wonderful few weeks of musical #concerts, festive-themed #workshops and our on-going Christmas Craft #Exhibition in the gallery!
We wanted to share some of our favourite moments from the last few weeks here at Ilminster 🎄 Don't forget to share and tag us in all your pictures and videos of your visits to the Arts Centre as we would LOVE to see them!
What a fabulous night we had last night with Ian Bateman's Jazz Band playing Kenny Ball's Greatest Hits! It was fascinating to learn more about Kenny Ball and his work from those who knew him, and we got some virtuoso solos from the guys. Massive thanks to the band, and all our wonderful audience who braved the cold!
🎵 Here they are playing "I Still Love You All" (sound on) 🎵
Join us for more great trad jazz in 2023 with The Pedigree Jazz Band on Friday 13th January, playing 'Swing, Blues & Boogie'. To book, call 01460 54973.
https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/music
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Today we're celebrating #InternationalVolunteersDay!
We would like to say a HUGE thank you to all those who have #volunteered at Ilminster Arts Centre in the past and present. We truly could not do everything that we do without the AMAZING #support and work done by our volunteers!
Take a listen to one of our brilliant volunteers, Janet, talking about how she made so many new friends and how volunteering gives her something to do now that she's retired.
So join us in celebrating today by thanking our wonderful volunteers for all their hard work. You can find out more about becoming a volunteer at the Arts Centre here: https://www.ilminsterartscentre.com/volunteer
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Ann, one of our brilliant #volunteers, talks about the joys of volunteering, including building on the legacy of others (sound on).
If you’d like to join us, make friends and contribute to an amazing #community arts charity, please call us on 01460 54973 (Tues-Sat).
We’d love to hear from you!
