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A musical ensemble that is world renowned are returning to Cerne Abbas to stage another series of concerts this summer. The Cerne Abbas Music Festival will be running from 7th-10th June and will be featuring a number of classical performances from the Gaudier Ensemble. These will be held in St Mary’s church in the village. The Gaudier . . . → Read More: Gaudier Ensemble return to Cerne Abbas for the 22nd year  One of the most performed pieces by Benjamin Britten is the Young Persons Guide to the Orchestra. This is a very famous score and it was initially thought that it would be leaving the UK after foreign buyers displayed interest in the work of art. However, it has recently been announced by the British Library that . . . → Read More: Benjamin Britten manuscript to stay in the UK Appearing at Stratford-upon-Avon’s Civic Hall is the Orchestra of the Swan. Many associate artists have been involved in the production including Julian Lloyd Webber and Tasman Little. They are also currently associated with the incredible pianist Benjamin Grosvenor. The orchestra have also recently been recognised for their achievements by the Royal Philharmonic Society and Huw Watkins has . . . → Read More: The Orchestra of the Swan comes to Stratford The classical album chart in the UK has been topped by a black musician for the first time by Noah Stewart. The singer comes from New York and it is the debut album by the artist that has seen so much success. Mr Stewart used to be a receptionist at the Carnegie Hall, but he was also . . . → Read More: Noah Stewart becomes first black artist to top UK classical chart Ballet Black is a dance group that was initially founded to offer a platform to Asian and black classical dancers. It is also a wonderful opportunity for choreographers and has been a great opportunity for Martin Lawrence who has recently been commissioned for his second work with the company. In his second production he uses a great . . . → Read More: Ballet Black put on three new productions The National Assembly for Wales has recently launched an inquiry that is going to be looking at whether budget cuts are having are negative impact on people’s access to cultural activities in the country. The inquiry is being organised by two theatres in the country who have criticised the government’s Arts Council for its significant budget . . . → Read More: Welsh Assembly looks at the effect of budget cuts for the arts If you are planning a holiday to the Maldives then you are set for a holiday in a true tropical paradise. The tranquil setting coupled with the wide variety of water sports and other activities make it the perfect holiday destination. This tropical hotspot is made up of 1,190 islands that nestle like jewels in the . . . → Read More: The stunning Maldives Opera Holland Park was founded in 1996 and since its inception it has been part of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It has recently announced in a statement that it is going to be asking to become an independent company that is able to operate outside of the control of the council. It is . . . → Read More: Opera Holland Park looking to fly solo Liz Forgan is the chairwoman of the Arts Council of England, and the culture secretary, Jeremy Hunt, has said that he is not going to reappoint her when her current term ends early next year. Mr Hunt recently made the decision and the Department for Culture have said that they have begun searching for a replacement . . . → Read More: Arts Council of England seeking new chairperson At the Southwark Playhouse a musical is being put on about a man who has become trapped in a cave. It seems like a rather strange subject for a musical but it is actually based on a film that has the same concept. The production couldn’t have chosen a better venue than this theatre, which is located . . . → Read More: Southwark Playhouse welcomes new musical |
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