PIRATES KICK OFF FREE THEATRE IN LEEDS

The Carriageworks is throwing its doors wide open for a free day of events on February 16 as part of ‘A Night Less Ordinary’.

‘A Night Less Ordinary’ is an Arts Council England scheme, supported by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, to get more young people into theatres across the country.

The £2.5 million scheme will provide 618,000 free theatre tickets to anyone under 26 in more than 200 venues across England, between February 2009 and March 2011

The Carriageworks is giving the opportunity to 13-26 year olds to participate in theatre workshops, see the hilarious Potted Pirates, meet the cast after the performance and get a backstage tour – all for free!

The event will see workshops on making scenery,  props and  theatrical role play to get an idea of what it’s like to work in a theatre.

Participants will then see Potted Pirates for free – with delightful double act Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner telling tall tales of the seven seas, from Long John Silver to Blackbeard. They also promise a full-scale re-enactment of the Spanish Armada!

And the completely free experience concludes with an opportunity to meet the cast from Potted Pirates and a back stage tour of The Carriageworks.

For more information on The Carriageworks, or to book tickets visit www.carriageworkstheatre.org.uk or call 0113 224 3801.

                                BBC writersroom

BBC writersroom champions new writing talent in film, television, radio, and theatre, working in partnership with theatres, writers’ organisations, screen agencies, and the wider cultural industries. It helps new writers develop their craft through its website and in open sessions around the country with the UK's best writing talent. It holds open competitions for writers, and detail other industry opportunities.

BBC writersroom is constantly on the lookout for writers of any age and experience who have exceptional talent, an original voice, and great stories to tell.

Visit www.bbc.co.uk/writersroom to find out more.

              Collaborative working to generate income

This new publication from NCVO introduces different ways of working with other organisations to generate income. Subjects covered include fundraising events, joint trading, payroll giving through consortia, legacy giving and appeals.

Case studies illustrate voluntary and community sector experience of joint fundraising activities.

www.ncvo-vol.org.uk/collaborativeworking

                           Small Charities Coalition

The Small Charities Coalition is a relatively new charity, that exists to help small charities access the skills, experience and resources they need to achieve their aims. The coalition does this by matching small charities to other organisations that have the resources they need.

The service is free to small charities, as long as they are a registered charity, have an annual income of less than £1 million and are prepared to provide 24 hours staff time to share their skills and experience with other small charities. Among other things the coalition aims to bridge the gap between large and small charities by underpinning their support with support from large charities. They already have the likes of Oxfam, British Red Cross and Shelter on board.

For more information visit their newly launched website - www.smallcharities.org.uk

        The 5th International Festival of Making Theater

Athens, Greece,
July 5th – 12th 2009.

During a whole week of creative interaction, Theatre Makers from different parts of  the world will have the opportunity to share and get acquainted with new working methods and ideas, regarding the following three sectors: Acting, Movement and Voice.

For more information visit www.toc.gr

                                 Whatsonstage.com

Whatsonstage.com, the UK’s leading theatre website, has launched the first-ever dedicated theatre ticket resale service, after signing a deal with viagogo, Europe’s leading secondary ticketing company

The Whatsonstage.com Ticket Exchange provides theatre fans with a safe, secure and guaranteed environment where they can buy and sell their tickets to top West End shows. On the Whatsonstage.com Ticket Exchange, tight controls are being put in place to preserve the pricing of productions mounted at subsidised theatres.

The Whatsonstage Ticket Exchange can be found at: www.whatsonstage.com/ticketexchange
 

               Positive Activities Fund for 8-13 year olds

area: Sheffield

This simple, fast track grant scheme from Sheffield City Council aims to ensure that every young person aged between 8 and 13 years has access to a free out of school activity. They are making available small amounts of money up to £3,000 to small local voluntary, community and self-help groups that aim to get more young people doing more positive activities more often – especially those who are doing the least.

In your application you need to show that your project or group:

• Aims to encourage more 8 to 13 year olds to take up activities;
• Will provide new or additional activities for 8 to 13 year olds of at least 1.5 hours a week;
• Has been set up by local people;
• Will involve at least 15 - 20 young people.

They will prioritise activities that:
• Are fun, enjoyable and free to young people and are additional to existing activities.
• Are based on what young people say they want.
• Promote one or more of the following: arts, culture, environment, play or sports.
• Promote challenge, achievement and success.
• Provide open access for local young people and cater for all abilities including young people with disabilities.
• Deliver activities at evenings, weekends and holidays throughout the year.
• Offer structured activities which have clear goals and are well led and organised.
• Wherever possible encourage the involvement of adults as role models including parents and families.
• Provide training and volunteering opportunities for those delivering the activity.
• Have an impact that lasts beyond the funding period.

More: www.sheffield.gov.uk/in-your-area/neighbourhood-renewal-and-partnership/voluntarysector/grantsfunds/positive-activities-fund-for-8-13-year-olds-

                     Hull City Arts Service Arts grants

Grants are awarded of up to £200 at any time or up to £2600 at two deadlines every year to assist the development of artistic activity within the city of Hull.

For the full criteria for Grants to Arts please see www.hullcc.gov.uk/portal/page?_pageid=221,106868&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTAL

             Two new realeases from Josef Weinberger
 
                                    
 
Application forms are now available for both the full and 1 Act versions. 
 
ALL PRODUCTIONS MUST TAKE PLACE ON SCHOOL PREMISES ONLY
 
To receive a set of application forms please email the following information to general.info@jwmail.co.uk
 
Name of performing group
Full show or 1 Act
Name and address of proposed venue (MUST be school premises)
Proposed dates (these can be approximate)
Your name and postal address
Details of how to view a read-only perusal of the libretto/vocal book can be found in the attachment. 

As we expect a high demand for this new show, we advise an early response.
 
   

                                   
 
Music by: Matthew Sklar
Book by: Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy
Lyrics by: Chad Beguelin
Based on the New Line Cinema film written by Tim Herlihy
 
Application forms  are now available. 
 
To receive a set of application forms please email the following information to amateur@jwmail.co.uk
 
Name of organisation
Name and address of proposed venue
Proposed dates (these can be approximate)
Your name and postal address
Details of how to view a read-only perusal of the libretto/vocal book can be found in the attachment. 

As we expect a high demand for this new show, we advise an early response.
 
   
JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD.
12 - 14 Mortimer Street
London
W1T 3JJ
T: 020 7580 2827    F: 020 7436 9616
E: amateur@jwmail.co.uk
W: www.josef-weinberger.com

                                           Vue Cinemas

They are delighted to introduce their new Opera season with an exclusive discount to NODA members.
 
Pavarotti
‘The Pavarotti Tribute Concert’ featuring acts such as Plácido Domingo, José Carreras & Sting set at the world heritage site of Petra.
26th January, 2pm
 
Manon
Kenneth MacMillans ballet performed by the Royal Ballet following the story of a girl torn between two lovers
9th February, 2pm
 
Aida
Verdi’s masterpiece, considered one of the best-loved operas of all time performed at Gran Teatre, Barcelona
23rd February, 2pm
 
La Cenerentola
Based on the classic story of Cinderella, Rossini’s much-loved comic opera La Cenerentola. Recorded at the Glyndebourne Opera House
9th March, 2pm
 
All NODA Members Get £2.50 off a full-price ticket at participating
Vue cinemas. To redeem the offer, call on 08712 240 240 and
quote ‘NODA OPERA OFFER’ or visit your local Vue Box Office
 
Offer Runs 12/01/09 – 9/03/09

                                                   CAROUSEL

                                   

SPECIAL 2 FOR 1 OFFER ON TOP PRICE TICKETS

This sensational new production, starring Lesley Garrett, has opened to rave reviews at the Savoy Theatre. “Justice has been done to one of the greatest of all musicals” (Daily Telegraph)

Top price tickets only £30.50 (usually £61) only until 13 February 2009. To book call the Box Office on 0870 164 8787 and quote ‘special 2 for 1 offer’.
Offer valid on Monday – Friday evening performances until 13 February 2009.  All prices include a £1 restoration levy.  Booking fees and terms and conditions apply.
 
Savoy Theatre, London WC2R 0ET

                             MANDY PATINKIN IN CONCERT

                                        

With Paul Ford on Piano
 
£10 off top price tickets!
 
Mandy Patinkin in Concert presents the acclaimed actor/singer/ storyteller in his most electrifying role: concert performer. From Irving Berlin to Stephen Sondheim, from Cole Porter to Harry Chapin, Mandy Patinkin takes you on a dazzling musical journey you’ll never forget.
 
8-18 January 2009. Tickets usually £35 reduced to £25.  Valid for all performances.  Subject to availability. To book call 0870 060 6623 and quote “early booking offer”.
 
Duke of York’s Theatre, London WC2