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Arts Council England; young people; education; North West; The views expressed here are personal, and not that of my employer.

Joined October 2011
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This Friday, 1 November 12-4.30pm at Kirkby Gallery - find out about routes into teaching with Edge Hill University @cultureKnowsley
Join us at #Kirkby Gallery @galleriesmuseum to discover flexible routes into teaching with @edgehill. Suitable for anyone aspiring to get into teaching including those wishing to explore alternative & flexible routes. Drop-in to chat with our friendly advisors. All welcome!
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Sophie Willan on the importance of encouraging people with varied experiences into the industry and the positive impact this has on the diversity of stories on screen πŸ“Ί
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Are you Knowsley based and thinking of applying for Arts Council Funding? Book in for a 1:1 chat with us at @ShakespeareNP starting next week @ace_thenorth shakespearenorthplayhouse.co…
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If you’re passionate about singing we’d love to meet you! 🎢 We’re looking for enthusiastic singers aged 9-18 of all genders, from all backgrounds, whatever your preferred musical style! πŸ“… Audition sign-ups close on 13th October so book your friendly audition slot today!

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A message of solidarity and support from the Arts Council to the people and organisations across the creative and cultural sector, in light of the recent riots and violence in our communities. Read the full statement in our latest blog. buff.ly/4chkCvT
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As promised we are relocating all of our summer activities and events programme and also our regular schedules to alternative locations so the community doesn’t miss out The full list can be accessed here liverpool.gov.uk/spelloweven… . We will be adding to this regularly. Thank You
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I felt quite emotional listening to this earlier. Guilt, exhaustion and feelings of inadequacy diverting amazing women away from what they are brilliant at. We need a government action on this- a practical one.
Did you hear @branwenjeffreys mention our Missing Mothers report on this morning’s @BBCr4today at 7:06am? bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live:b… #MTPTproject @WeAreNewBritain
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Calling #Knowlsey artists - Bookable 1:1 advice sessions for @ace_thenorth National Lottery Project Grants and Developing Your Creative Practice at @ShakespeareNP on 23 July shakespearenorthplayhouse.co…
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Rousing and magical singing from @hertschorus in @riponcathedral an excellent choice of music including #durufle Requiem. Wonderful solo opportunity for @Merriman2904 and Lily Robson who were outstanding.
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Apply to be part of the strategic leadership of the new Liverpool City Region Music Education Hub. ats-liverpoolcityregion-ca.j…
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This is EXACTLY what it's like. I couldn't be prouder of the person I love who lives with this πŸ’™
To everyone who lives with or cares for someone with #Type1Diabetes – we see you! πŸ’™ This #DiabetesAwarenessWeek let’s tell the world what it takes to live with #type1. Give our video a share! #T1D #WeAreOne #GBDoc
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A wonderful programme and brilliantly performed in partnership with @ulverstonfest πŸ‘πŸ»
🎻 ARETHUSA QUARTET πŸ–€ πŸ—“οΈ This Friday at Piel View House Barrow Park - 7 June - 7pm. 🎼 Playing Bach, Widmann, Prokofiev, Shostakovich… 🎟️ fonfestival.org/fon_events/c…
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Looking forward to hearing the @tallisconsort in concert again on June 15th. @Merriman2904 will also be joining them so I can have bonus proud Mum moment too!
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It's day six of #ACESupported @ManJazzFest and there's still lots more to see. Take a look below at the full programme and to book your tickets!
(THREAD 1/3) #mjf2024 is officially underway! Β πŸ’₯ TICKETS ON SALE NOW! 🎟 Browse the full line-up & buy your tickets here πŸ‘‰ manchesterjazz.com/mjf2024-f… Who are you watching?! Comment Below πŸ‘‡
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Exciting news! The Love Music Trust is part of a new generation of Music Hubs, providing children and young people across Cheshire and the Wirral with the opportunity to learn and create music #MusicHubs #ACEsupported #LetsCreate @ace_thenorth @educationgovuk @DCMS @MusicalRoutes
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Fantastic to hear that Greater Manchester will be the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for Music and Dementia hosted #ACESupported @MancCamerata Find out more about their plans below.
πŸ“’ HUGE NEWS: Greater Manchester is to become the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for Music and Dementia hosted by Manchester Camerata! πŸ’˜ Over Β£1million raised from The Power of Music Fund (@NASPTweets, @ace_national, @UtleyFoundation) + @NHS_GM, @AndyBurnhamGM. 🀝 Working with @OfficialUoM & @alzheimerssoc + many more to make this happen. πŸ’– A massive thank you to EVERYONE who has helped us get to this point. 🫡 Follow @musicinmind_org. πŸ‘€ Full story: manchestercamerata.co.uk/cen… @RoyalPhilSoc @aborchestras #dementia #musicanddementia #letscreate #orchestra
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🎡 🎡 We're delighted to announce that Liverpool City Region Combined Authority has been chosen by @ace_national to lead music education across the city region as the new Music Hub Lead Organisation from September 2024. More on Music Hubs πŸ‘‡ ow.ly/MII550RzkIi
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