BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Upfront - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Upfront X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://up-front.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Upfront REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T230000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20240216T105023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T143016Z UID:4388-1711224000-1711234800@up-front.com SUMMARY:Olivia Fern - Spring Tour - support from Anne Marie Sanderson plus free Women's singing workshop DESCRIPTION:Based in amongst the wild natural beauty of the Lake District Olivia’s music is deeply rooted in her connection to the living earth. With a quality of the liminal to it\, Olivia’s melodies and lyrics evoke a sense of the unseen but tangible depth and beauty in life and the world around us. \n\n\n\nAn emerging artist on the alternative and folk scene with “a rare voice that can summon tears of beauty” (Ayla Nereo) \n\n\n\nOlivia shares her music internationally performing in many different settings: from gig venues and festivals to yoga retreats and environmental activism events. \n\n\n\nReviews : \n\n\n\n“Incredible melodies\, voice\, lyrics and soul” BBC Introducing \n\n\n\n“Haunting vocals\, a captivating presence\, and a truly beautiful voice. Expect goosebumps” Beatherder Festival \n\n\n\n“The emotive songcrafting of Olivia Fern’s music wraps around my ears to lead me down a quiet pathway to the heart” Murray Kyle \n\n\n\n“one of those rare and stunning voices than can summon tears of beauty” Ayla Nereo \n\n\n\nOlivia’s spring tour has been supported by Arts Council England\, along with the release of a new body of work that centres around a connection to the feminine in the form of nature\, sisterhood and female empowerment. \n\n\n\nDuring her U.K. tour Olivia will be offering free Women’s Singing Circles as well as her concerts – the first being at UpFront Arts on Saturday 23rd prior to the concert. 4-6pm To book for the Womens singing workshop Phone – 01768484538 Email – info@up-front.com \n\n\n\nNo singing experience needed. Come as you are.  \n\n\n\nOlivia’s singing circles offer a safe and welcoming space to be amongst other women and to explore and connect with your voice through sharing and song.  \n\n\n\nOlivia will share simple songs for the group to sing. They have been collected over the years and also specifically  written for this purpose. These songs aim to uplift and remind us of our innate power\, wisdom and beauty as women . \n\n\n\nThe session will start with a short guided meditation before opening into an optional sharing circle and then voice opening and songs:  \n\n\n\n“I’ve not sung for years and felt quite nervous but Olivia created such a gentle and loving space for me to explore my voice again” Anna J\, participant.  \n\n\n\n“The space Olivia creates is so much more than a singing circle. It’s a beautiful space which will leave you feeling as if you are wrapped in a supportive blanket.” – Hazel. M \n\n\n\nBook tickets here – https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-lnaoxln URL:https://up-front.com/event/olivia-fern-spring-tour-support-from-anne-marie-sanderson-plus-free-womens-singing-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/317380465_856797875454675_2912546145532367568_n.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T230000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20240216T103034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T143142Z UID:4385-1709409600-1709420400@up-front.com SUMMARY:Dub N Grub - North Fire Sound meets Mighty Oak Sound System DESCRIPTION:For the first time we are inviting a guest sound system and crew. \n\n\n\nMighty Oak Sound System have been friends with the North Fire crew for many years and it is a great pleasure to bring this session together. \n\n\n\nMighty Ben & Jofis have been regularly hosting events across Scotland. Jofis has also been producing some amazing music which have been played by the likes of Jah Shaka. \n\n\n\nThis will be a friendly sound system meet up as both sound systems rotate over the evening. \n\n\n\nFood will be served from 7pm onwards as a simple take away menu provided by the new chef of the Upfront Kitchen \n\n\n\nBook tickets here https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-yamygjj URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-north-fire-sound-meets-mighty-oak-sound-system/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Aba-Shanti-Dun-and-Grub00003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240203T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240203T230000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20240109T121736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T121740Z UID:4338-1706990400-1707001200@up-front.com SUMMARY:Hedera (Quintet) DESCRIPTION:Hedera is a new Bristol-based quintet of instrumentalists brought together by a desire to lean into the slower and more delicate side of European folk traditions. \n\n\n\nTheir growing repertoire draws on French\, English\, Eastern European and Scandinavian music\, with playful and inventive arrangements that reflect the diverse array of experience brought by members of the band: violinists Maisie Brett and Lulu Ruby Rose\, clarinettist Isis Wolf-Light\, Beth Roberts on double bass\, and Tamsin Elliott on accordion and harp. Intrigued by the combination of strings and reeds that seems to lend itself to effortless arranging\, they have also now begun to create original music together. Their debut release ‘Waterwheel’ was composed by Tamsin Elliott and filmed by Elly Lucas in a dramatic Perthshire arboretum; it premiered on Folk Radio in October 2022.  \n\n\n\nThe project began life as a group of friends playing folk tunes around winter bonfires\, grateful to have a collective musical outlet while their regular projects (Solana\, Opa Rosa\, Hands of the Heron) were unable to perform due to the pandemic. They discovered a shared love of listening deeply\, playing slowly\, and finding new ways to support each other musically. Over time\, the ensemble has evolved into something more structured\, but still retains the intimacy and gentle conviviality of its beginnings. Their debut performance took place at Fire in the Mountain festival in June 2022\, and in December 2022\, they sold out their first ever hometown gig at The Greenbank\, with such a demand for tickets that they seriously contemplated adding a second date. Their scheduled performances for 2024 include King’s Place (London)\, Ashburton Arts Centre and Black Fen Folk Club (Cambridge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/hedera-quintet/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Hedera-with-instruments-by-Elly-Lucas-smaller.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240128T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240324T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20240128T184047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T143222Z UID:4346-1706436000-1711297800@up-front.com SUMMARY:"Our Land in Colour" Oil paintings by Julie Dumbarton DESCRIPTION:It is a pleasure for Upfront to host an exhibition by Julie Dumbarton. Her first solo exhibition as a young artist was with us 22 years ago. \n\n\n\nShe recently returned to Cumbria having lived in Scotland for 20 years. Julie has has exhibited nationally and internationally and won numerous awards. She was also on sky arts\, “Landscape artist of the year”. \n\n\n\nJulie’s paintings mainly represent elements of landscapes and scenery she has seen\, loved and remembered\, which are then combined to make one beautiful image. \n\n\n\n“Colour plays the main role in what I create. If I was forced to sum up what I want to express\, I would describe them as dreamlike and nostalgic\, yet contemporary. They speak of memories and the endurance of images. Atmospheric and melancholic\, they are inconsequential moments that are highly charged. As a landscape artist I endeavour to inspire and nurture our love of the natural world”. URL:https://up-front.com/event/our-land-in-colour-oil-paintings-by-julie-dumbarton/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/407117497_2072795286416155_7100200231194190001_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231216T023000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231230T110000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20231020T132601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T115546Z UID:4313-1702693800-1703934000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Hansel & Gretel DESCRIPTION:A Magical Winter Fairy Tale – A Perfect Outing for Christmas.\n\n\n\nThe witch invites Hansel and Gretel inside\n\n\n\nLeft behind in the forest\, can two innocent children survive? Hansel is quite smart\, but it takes his sister Gretel to save the day and bring about a happy ending. \n\n\n\nA marionette puppet show with scenery\, special effects & musical score.The show takes you on a magical journey into the woods\, where the children are led by a magic bird to a house made of sweets. The witch leads them inside where she catches Hansel in a cage\, ready to eat him. Gretel has a plan and tricks the witch and pushes her into her own oven.Everything ends happily ever after. \n\n\n\nFOLLOWING THE SHOW:Meet the puppeteers and puppets\, ask questions\, see how things work & take photographs. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE TIMES:11 am – December 22nd\, 23rd\, 29th & 30th.2:30pm – December 16th\, 20th\, 21st\, 22nd\, 23rd\, 24th\, 28th & 29th.The show last approximately 1.5 hours with an interval. \n\n\n\nSuitable for ages 4 – 94Adults £10\, Children £8.50. Family £33 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) \n\n\n\nChoose your seats and book below: \n\n\n\nBook Now URL:https://up-front.com/event/hansel-gretel/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Hansel-Gretel-cropped-with-smko-and-fireCopy-of-P-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231115T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231230T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20231106T220043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T121821Z UID:4323-1700042400-1703952000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Brushstrokes - creative thinking in paint and clay DESCRIPTION:An expression of Life\, Colour and Landscape by Potters and Painters \n\n\n\nThis exhibition has been curated by Cumbrian artist\, Frances Winder who is a regular exhibitor at Upfront:“The exhibition is a collection of works from friends whose work I love\, rich and complex designs in ceramics and in paint\, or bold and exciting work. Sensitive responses to the environment or internal searches for meaning. My friends show  a wealth of responses to the world and it’s beauties. I have tried to reflect that in this selection for your enjoyment“ URL:https://up-front.com/event/brushstrokes-creative-thinking-in-paint-and-clay/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Fotheringham_It_Wont_Be_Long_before_Another_Day_acrylic_mixed_media_36x29cm_390-01-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T233000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20231008T123447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T115725Z UID:4305-1699041600-1699054200@up-front.com SUMMARY:Dub N Grub Ft Mungo's Hi Fi DESCRIPTION:Very special guests Mungo’s Hi Fi DJ set. Long time friends of North Fire Sound. Now a well known name in reggae & dubwise music across the globe. Mungo’s have toured the world with original music productions\, sound system and live vocal sets. \n\n\n\nHaving worked with the likes of Barrington Levy\, Dawn Penn\, Tippa Irie\, Eva Lazarus\, Kenny Knots\, YT\, Little John\, Junior Cat and many more. \n\n\n\nMungo’s originally started Dub & Grub years ago in Glasgow. It brings me great pleasure to bring them back to an event which they started for a special fund raising night for Upfront Arts Venue. \n\n\n\nStarting at 7pm with North Fire Sound with guest selector Nem on the decks. \n\n\n\nFor the first time we welcome guest kitchen Nomad Pizza’s who will be doing Wood Fired Pizzas just outside the venue please come and support the food trader. \n\n\n\nSound will be provided by the full North Fire Sound System. \n\n\n\nBook tickets in advance as this event will definitely sell out.£14 – 18+ Event Tickets on sale at ticketsource follow event page link to purchasePurchase here – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-ft-mungos-hi-fi/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dub-n-Grub-Mungos-Hi-Fi-Header-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231006T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231006T230000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230812T125846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T115936Z UID:4125-1696622400-1696633200@up-front.com SUMMARY:The Brothers Gillespie DESCRIPTION:Described by Folk Radio UK as ‘weaving an especially compelling magic’\, and ‘showing British acoustic music in its best possible light’\, Northumbrian duo The Brothers Gillespie make music that is animated by lyrical songwriting\, fine fingerstyle guitar playing\, multi-instrumental musicianship and ‘the glorious tones of their blood harmony’ (Sam Lee). \n\n\n\nBrothers James and Sam Gillespie found their sound growing up in the fells and valleys of Northumberland\, their songs often describing relationships with wild places and the experience of finding oneself in a world alive with soul. The music comes to them most strongly when walking in the borderlands with their packs and instruments which remains a regular practice for them. This spirit is channeled into their live performances which have a rare and intimate energy\, both ethereal and earthy\, romantic and radical. The brothers have travelled far and wide with their music and have played at Cambridge and Sidmouth Folk Festivals and opened for Lankum and Sam Lee. In 2021 they featured in the English Heritage ‘Songs of England’ recording series that appeared on BBC Radio 4. The release of their new album ‘The Merciful Road’ (‘pure magic’\, Living Tradition) in Spring 2022 saw them embark on their most extensive national tour to date.‘The Merciful Road’ was recorded in a cottage by the banks of the river Tweed and like their previous album ‘The Fell’\, it blends rootsy\, acoustic elements to create a rich warm sound with a touch of vintage magic. In some ways it is an album about finding the thread of love and belonging in a world that seems to be nonetheless unravelling. \n\n\n\nThe brothers emerge from the time of lockdowns with a yet greater reverence for the joy and privilege of being with an audience in real time and space.‘Our music is inspired by the still wild soul of the land in which we live\, a land alive with presences\, not owned by anyone. It is about seeing with the eye of the heart and recovering our imaginations. It is about finding home\, belonging and each other in a world which is singing to us as we sing to it’. \n\n\n\n“Anyone who has seen the brothers live will surely attest that it is an experience that will stay with you. There is a feeling of warmth that exudes from them and affects everyone in the room” – Folk London \n\n\n\n“Not since the minimal chamber folk of Simon And Garfunkel has two voices and an acoustic guitar sounded so absolutely perfect.” FATEA \n\n\n\nStunning songs beautifully sung and played. Without doubt a classic in the making from a duo potent with potential.” – Northern Sky \n\n\n\n“Uncluttered\, simply but intoxicatingly arranged and adorned by their magical harmonies\, musically steeped in the earth\, grass and leaves that mark the pathways\, this is a road you really need to travel.” – Bright Young Folk \n\n\n\n“Warning to all folk fest and club orgs. book these lads while you still can because I have a feeling that they aren’t going to be short of work. – Mike Harding \n\n\n\n“The stars of the show were The Brother’s Gillespie – more than an hour of fantastic musicianship. Imagine the guitar work of the early Nic Jones\, the close harmony work of the Dransfields and the commitment and honesty of Bob Davenport rolled into two brothers and you’ll get some idea.” Mike Harding \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre concert supper available from 6pm (Booking essential phone 01768484538) \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets £14 each. Choose your seats and BUY TICKETS HERE – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-brothers-gillespie/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/The-Brothers-Gillespie-2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230927T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231111T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230919T165307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T165310Z UID:4197-1695808800-1699720200@up-front.com SUMMARY:Shared Stories at Upfront DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Exhibition by 12 members of Northern Potters – Northwest URL:https://up-front.com/event/shared-stories-at-upfront/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/UPF9-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230926T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230926T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230730T204308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T120242Z UID:4112-1695718800-1695740400@up-front.com SUMMARY:Antique Fair DESCRIPTION:We have a series of three Antique Fairs over a three month period. 26th September & 31st October. \n\n\n\nWhether your taste is jewellery\, ceramics\, glass\, fine art\, toys\, militaria or diverse collectibles\, the Fair offers a unique opportunity to those in and around the Penrith area to buy (or sell). URL:https://up-front.com/event/antique-fair/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T230000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230812T123831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T175255Z UID:4120-1694635200-1694646000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Tamsin Elliott (Solana) & Tarek Elazhary DESCRIPTION:Come an enjoy a first time exclusive performance as Tamsin Elliott brings her new music project to Cumbria. \n\n\n\n“There is a rich thread of collaboration throughout\, one which both celebrates and highlights the coming together of cultures and music… dreamlike and mesmerising” – Folk Radio UK \n\n\n\nExploring the parallels and celebrating the idiosyncrasies of both Egyptian and English folk traditions\, Tamsin Elliott and Tarek Elazhary aim to find commonality\, foster cross-cultural connection and help to heal the scars of a colonial past through meaningful and conscious collaboration. \n\n\n\nA dialogue born of mutual respect and friendship enables instruments from disparate traditions – lever harp\, accordion and whistles\, and the Arabic oud – to speak with the same voice\, the voice of a future-facing new generation wishing to build something new and authentic together. \n\n\n\nSupported by EFDSS and Help Musicians\, the duo will combine their “outstanding compositional and instrumental prowess” (RnR) in their debut album\, due for release on Penny Fiddle Records in September 2023Pre concert supper can be booked from 6pm (booking essential please ring 01768484538) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE £14 each http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/tamsin-elliott-solana-tarek-elazhary/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TAEL_by_Kate_Griffin_39-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230906T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230824T183544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T114339Z UID:4137-1694001600-1695556800@up-front.com SUMMARY:"Solway Series" - Photographs by David Moyes DESCRIPTION:6th – 24th September \n\n\n\nThe 20 images in the exhibition\, each one mounted and framed\, show the moods and movementof the Solway’s waters\, particularly around the beaches of Dumfries and Galloway.“I think the photographs reveal aspects of Solway beaches that are less often noticed\,” says David.“Some feature the same location but in different weather or tidal conditions and each imagecreates a different atmosphere from this beautiful coastline.”All David’s photographs are available for sale at £75 each with the money raised going to supporta local charity\, Suicide Bereavement Support (SBS) for Cumbria and the surrounding areas.David would like to thank the key sponsors for the exhibition: Penrith Rotary Club and The Lions Club Penrith. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFriday 15th September 7pm – 8:30pm“Finding Peace within a Troubled World – A Buddhist Approach”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Talk by Dave Stones. He will be leading 2 short mediations as part of the event and there will be the opportunity to chat afterwards for those that wish to with a cuppa & some cake.This is a free event\, designed to create the opportunity for those that might wish to take part in mediation\, perhaps for the first time & learn something more about the Buddhist approach. \n\n\n\nThe event is in support of the Suicide Bereavement Society and the current exhibition that we are running at Upfront gallery as a fund raiser for the Charity. Any donations for SBS will be greatly received on the evening. But the key objective is to create space and an opportunity for people to experience and learn more about meditation.We give thanks and gratitude to Dave Stones for his time and support to make this event possible. \n\n\n\nPlease click on the Eventbrite free link to book your place\, so that we know how many people to expect. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/finding-peace-within-a-troubled-world-a-buddhist-approach-tickets-714489927607?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:https://up-front.com/event/solway-series-photographs-by-david-moyes/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/DSC02651-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230906T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230909T122424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T115853Z UID:4149-1693994400-1699806600@up-front.com SUMMARY:New Work by Jamie Oldham DESCRIPTION:Jamie grew up in Cumbria and after living near Bath and exhibiting regularly in many London galleries he decided in 2022 to return to Cumbria and live near the Solway coast.He loves the work of the landscapists Fred Cumming and Kurt Jackson\, but his greatest influence (and greatest teacher) has been his late father\, Tom. Upfront had the pleasure of holding a memorable exhibition many years ago which included Jamie\, his father Tom Oldham and David William Morris.Jamie enjoys working in several genres – landscape\, still life and bird portraits – with multiple media including acrylics\, oils and cold wax. \n\n\n\nThe work in this exhibition is en plein air or studio work of West Cumbria\, the North Lakes and the Solway coast area. URL:https://up-front.com/event/new-work-by-jamie-oldham/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Jamie-Oldham-Landscape-Artist-Cumbria-UK-230427-23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230720T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T143000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230517T220437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T102842Z UID:4079-1689863400-1692541800@up-front.com SUMMARY:The Emperor and the Nightingale DESCRIPTION:Summer Puppet Show \n\n\n\n\n\nA traditional marionette performance\, based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen.  A beautiful & lyrical production with Chinese flute music by Yue Guo. \n\n\n\nA nightingale sings and charms the Emperor\, until a mechanical bird takes its place. When the mechanical bird explodes\, the real nightingale returns to sing on its own terms. It is free and sings of the beauty that it sees in the natural world in which it lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe show lasts approximately 1.5 hours with an interval in the middle.Meet the puppets and puppeteers after the show. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPerformances are Thursdays @ 2:30\, Fridays @ 11:00 & Sundays @ 2:30TICKETS: Adults £10\, Children £8\, Family £30 (2 adults/2 children or 1 adult/3 children)Click the link below to choose your seats and book online. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-jgrojp URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-emperor-and-the-nightingale-2/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Fisherman-Kitchen-Maid-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230719T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230903T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230720T211403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T091138Z UID:4098-1689760800-1693758600@up-front.com SUMMARY:Summer Exhibition DESCRIPTION:We welcome three new artists to Upfront as part of our 2023 Summer Exhibition.Sheena McCurrach\, from Galloway who has become known for her use of vibrant colour and texture\, particularly those found in our winter landscape\, and also for her distinctive and sympathetic approach to portraying birds\, trees and other animals.Mavis Atkinson Smith\, from Dumfries who draws inspiration from landscape\, gardens\, flowers\, dance and the written word.  Her sketch book is at the core of her approach and she works in a variety of different media.Bob Henfrey\, from Kendal who works en plein air in sketchbooks. His paintings use a variety of medium. and he has recently co-authored a book on the experiences of being a painter-artist.Our fourth artist is Haydn Morris who has been a regular exhibitor at Upfront over the years. .He draws inspiration from the spectacular Lake District landscape to paint impressionistic oils and watercolours. Our foyer gallery includes work by our regular 2023 artists\, Mark A Pearce\, Mary Ann Rogers\, Geoffrey Smith and ceramics by Syl Macro\, Chris Cox\, Dorit Deutsch & Brian Goodall. URL:https://up-front.com/event/summer-exhibition-2/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/web-image-Sheena-Wild-Margueritesimage_50765057-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230624T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230624T220000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230511T111144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T205527Z UID:4061-1687636800-1687644000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Philip Clouts Quartet - Melodic Jazz with inspirations from around the world DESCRIPTION:The South African roots of Cape Town born pianist/composer Philip Clouts have inspired a voyage of discovery that has lead him to soaking up the joyful passion of Caribbean calypso\, the bluesy melodies of middle eastern praise songs\, the exuberant sway of Cuban dance music and the tuneful essence of Gospel while honouring jazz heroes including Bill Evans\, Keith Jarrett and Charles Lloyd. These all come together  in his superbly accomplished quartet.Following on from the critically acclaimed releases Sennen Cove and The Hour of Pearl\, the new CD Umoya captures this wide-ranging music superbly and in concert\, Clouts\, saxophonist Samuel Eagles\, bassist Tim Fairhall and drummer Ted Carrasco bring it alive with tremendous imagination\, vim and vigour.Umoya review – “Precise ebullience and relaxed funkiness” The Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets £15. Book online with the link below and choose your seats. \n\n\n\n\nBook Here URL:https://up-front.com/event/philip-clouts-quartet-melodic-jazz-with-inspirations-from-around-the-world/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/343670398_747872310140830_5738721072612613953_n-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230531T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230716T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230517T204300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T204538Z UID:4067-1685527200-1689525000@up-front.com SUMMARY:HANNAH APPLEYARD and STUART SHORT DESCRIPTION:Paintings & Sculpture \n\n\n\n\n\nHannah’s paintings are full of colour\, life & magic. She wants people to approach her work with an open mind and open gaze and let their imagination do the rest.Her inspiration is nature and the natural world and she is fascinated by the similarities between the macrocosm and the microcosm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nStuart is well known for his animal portraits. His latest paintings are more abstract and expressionist. He uses the play of light through oil glazes to build up colours\, which give his paintings a luminescent quality.Stuart’s sculptural work is influenced by Bronze Age design patterns which are found carved into stones at ancient sites in the U.K. URL:https://up-front.com/event/hannah-appleyard-and-stuart-short/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/345848805_751364950050918_2511328842778070108_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230506T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230506T220000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230316T154848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T205008Z UID:4001-1683403200-1683410400@up-front.com SUMMARY:Ahmed Dickinson & Eduardo Martin DESCRIPTION:Eduardo Martin\, the Grammy nominated and multiple life-time achievement award-winning Cuban guitarist and composer\, joins forces with fellow award-winning\, London based Cuban musician\, Ahmed Dickinson – a guitarist described as a ‘true pioneer’ by Classic FM – to present ‘The Bridge’. Launching an expansive tour of the UK and Ireland\, Martin and Dickinson perform the music of their long-awaited album\, ‘The Bridge’: a carefully curated compilation of Eduardo’s most alluring works for two guitars\, where rock merges with son montunos; old Yoruba chants\, feel-good rumbas and funk- boleros\, with cinematic pieces sitting alongside Cuban tumbaos with slap bass. Perfect sound bites exploring the many facets of the guitar tradition from across the Americas. By incorporating the influences of jazz\, flamenco\, pop\, Afro and traditional Cuban melodic and rhythmic intricacies\, the music bridges the gap between generations and continents\, past and present\, uniting teacher and student. \n\n\n\nSays Dickinson:“It is a privilege to play with Eduardo. Playing his music gives me a sense of musical sincerity. It is exhilarating to go on stage and convey all these melodies and rhythms that sound fresh\, current and honest.” \n\n\n\nEduardo Martin explains:“The Bridge alludes precisely to the connections we have established musically\, Ahmed and I. Also\, the bridge that I establish throughout my compositions\, between genres and musical styles that interest me. Finally\, it is the connection with the audiences who enjoy our work.” \n\n\n\nHaving first met as student and teacher at the Superior Institute of Art in Havana\, the venerable musician and composer Martin instantly recognised in Dickinson a young man who knew the musical path he wanted to travel. The composer keenly followed Dickinson’s career over the years and a strong musical friendship developed. The pair first began to work together in 2014\, when Dickinson invited Martin to London to perform a concert of his works at the Bolivar Hall. Since that performance\, their musical partnership has flourished\, pausing only for the time of the pandemic. Both artists are hugely in demand as solo performers\, so to see them perform together in this project is one not to be missed. \n\n\n\nThis is a rare opportunity to catch guitar master\, Eduardo Martin\, on these shores. The collaboration with Ahmed Dickinson shares their rich culture and heritage\, through the duo’s much celebrated artistry. Martin tells us\, “This will be the first time we have been able to travel together since the pandemic. Playing live again fills me with a very great emotion. We have waited a long time and the feeling of anticipation and excitement to perform together again has only increased.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets £16Pre Concert Supper from 6pm booking essential Tel: 01768484538Book tickets here – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited \n\n\n\nSUPPER MENUStarters: Tomato & Basil Soup; Mushroom Pate or Stilton Cheesecake.Mains: Goats Cheese\, Spring Onion & Hazelnut Quiche; Spinach Pancakes; Greek Salad or Mixed Bean Casserole with Rice. (all meals served with our freshly prepared selection of salads)Puddings: Royal Ice Cream Sundae (blueberries\, raspberries\, strawberries & meringue); Chocolate torte or Apricot\, Honey & Coconut Crumble. URL:https://up-front.com/event/ahmed-dickinson-eduardo-martin/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/331497159_870803724031233_1065458252156706572_n-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230414T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230528T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230414T160259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T204821Z UID:4051-1681466400-1685291400@up-front.com SUMMARY:Spring Exhibition DESCRIPTION:A Group Exhibition of Paintings\, Prints & Mixed Media by Susan Dobson\, Christina Mingard\, Kate Durdy & Eddie Potts. \n\n\n\nWe also have ceramics by Chris Cox\, Syl Macro\, Brian Goodall & Dorit Deutsch\, plus work by our regular artists for 2023\, Mary Ann Rogers\, Mark A Pearce & Geoffrey Smith. URL:https://up-front.com/event/spring-exhibition/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IMG_1959.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230413T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230413T153000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230316T160338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T205334Z UID:4008-1681383600-1681399800@up-front.com SUMMARY:Jack and the Beanstalk by Clive Chandler DESCRIPTION:Jack and the Beanstalk by Clive Chandler Performances at 11am and 2:30pmA traditional tale with original twists! \n\n\n\nWhen the family’s good fortune is stolen away and a grey cloud hangs over their lives\, it falls to Jack to bring the sunshine back. \n\n\n\nThis is not the tale of a boy who is lazy and good for nothing; it is the adventure of a child with great imagination\, who despite not being believed in\, confronts and overcomes a giant problem and proves that sometimes it is a good idea to have your head in the clouds. \n\n\n\nA fast moving and funny glove puppet show from expert in the art of raising smiles. \n\n\n\nReview \n\n\n\n“An absorbing and enchanting experience for children and adults alike” The Times Educational Supplement \n\n\n\nSuitable for ages 3 to 93 \n\n\n\nAll tickets £7.50 Book Here – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/jack-and-the-beanstalk-by-clive-chandler/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/JackBean01-web-image-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230412T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230412T153000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230316T155459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T204744Z UID:4004-1681309800-1681313400@up-front.com SUMMARY:Professor Clive Chandler's - World Famous - Punch and Judy DESCRIPTION:Professor Clive Chandler’s – World Famous – Punch and Judy All the silliness that is to be expected in the hands of an expert who has delighted audiences across the UK and Europe for more than 30 years. The age age-old drama is presented here with particular wit and wisdom\, much mirth and mayhem\, and a nod to the present day. It demonstrates the strength of a living tradition stretching back over 350 years. With Judy\, the baby\, the sausages\, the crocodile\, the policeman\, the devil\, and of course old Mr Punch up to his usual tricks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuitable for ages 4 to 94All tickets £7.50Book Here – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/professor-clive-chandlers-world-famous-punch-and-judy/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/P-J-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230408T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230408T220000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230316T154035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230326T160555Z UID:3997-1680984000-1680991200@up-front.com SUMMARY:Me And My Friends DESCRIPTION:“A sublime fusion that combines pastoral dreaminess with the heat of highlife and Afrobeat sounds” Songlines \n\n\n\n“Such interesting influences… beautiful” Cerys Matthews \n\n\n\nMe and My Friends play soulful\, poignant music with a beat: a unique blend of Afrobeat grooves with deliciously rich harmonies\, languidly graceful cello and playfully funky clarinet\, all tied together by the hauntingly elegant voice of singer and guitarist Nick Rasle. \n\n\n\nOver the past decade Me and My Friends have carved out their very own niche of sun-drenched music for the soul. Growing from the basements of Leeds to tours across Europe\, along the way they have gained support from the likes of Gilles Peterson\, Cerys Matthews\, FiP\, Soundway Records\, and Quantic. Their whirlwind live shows are dedicated to creating the warmth and connection that all humans crave\, with a penchant for tearing up their own tracks with explosive dynamism and spontaneity. \n\n\n\nNew album “Before I Saw The Sea” represents an audacious development in the band’s signature sound. Intimate and reflective\, it is an immersive set of night time meditations conceived during lockdown\, its laidback grooves combining bittersweet nostalgia with hypnotic rhythmic interplay. This is a record made to accompany journeys when none could be made\, as we awaited the parting of the stormy clouds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: £16.00 Under 16’s £10. \n\n\n\nClick her to book online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-moemqxaPre concert supper available 6pm. Advance booking only. Tel.01768484538 \n\n\n\nSUPPER MENUStarters: Soup & Bread (Creamy Mushroom\, Garlic & Parsley)£5.50; Breaded Brie & Cranberry Sauce £7.20; Lentil Pate & Oatcakes £6.20.Mains £13.99: Homity Pie with Upfront Salad Selection.Cheese Topped Moving Mountain Burger/gherkins/spicy tomato chutney\, served with chips & side salad.Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with Saffron\, Almond & Coriander Cous Cous.Enchilada with a chilli bean & sweet potato filling\, topped with salsa & cheese; served with guacamole\, sour cream & mixed salad.Puddings: Bailey’s Chocolate Trifle £6.50; Biscoff Cheesecake £6.50; Apple & Blackcurrant Crumble £5.50. URL:https://up-front.com/event/me-and-my-friends/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/331303635_3291330321177315_1685769701266091533_n-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230405T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230405T153000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230316T220858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T205452Z UID:4028-1680692400-1680708600@up-front.com SUMMARY:SeedHeart by Indigo Moon Theatre DESCRIPTION:Shows at 11am & 2:30pm \n\n\n\nAbout SeedHeart\, from Indigo Moon Theatre \n\n\n\nMeet Grey. Our journey begins as Grey finds themself trapped inside a jar. They try to remember how they got there and how they could be free… \n\n\n\nSeedHeart tells the important tale of human impact on the environment and questions what we can do to restore our once green planet\, with interactive chaos in the laboratory on the way! Watch as our story unfolds (literally) from a single suitcase\, and follow Grey’s journey to a better future with magical pop-ups\, puppetry and interactive scenes. \n\n\n\n“Stunning performance\, with such a poignant message that speaks volumes in our world today.” \n\n\n\nTickets £7.50 – suitable for all ages.Book online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-bdledb URL:https://up-front.com/event/seedheart-by-indigo-moon-theatre/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dbd6f7c0-e593-41b7-879f-448df7ad027d.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230318T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230318T233000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230305T172818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T205408Z UID:3992-1679160600-1679182200@up-front.com SUMMARY:An Dannsa Dub - future dub from Ancient Scotland DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome An Dannsa Dub for their first major performance in Cumbria.  \n\n\n\nMusic is one big conversation. And few bands live at the heart of it like An Dannsa Dub. \n\n\n\nBorn from a love of traditional Scottish folk\, dub reggae and dance music\, together they summon the joyous\, communal energy of a cèilidh and a sound system session. Their name comes from the Gaelic for “The Dub Dance”. Their sound celebrates the ancient Gaelic and West African rhythms that influenced reggae\, which in turn\, via sound system culture and dub’s pioneering remixes\, produced modern dance music. Their live shows and recordings are a seamless\, pulsating fusion of all this and more.An Dannsa Dub have carried this unique\, unstoppable sound to the UK festival circuit. They’ve thrilled a 10\,000 strong crowd at Boomtown Fair and have headlined a sold out show at Celtic Connections\, the UK’s premier Celtic music festival. \n\n\n\nLaurie Cuffe – Ceòl is Craic“We hired An Dannsa Dub to headline our Celtic Connections gig in January 2023.They didn’t disappoint! Tickets sold out well in advance and on the night they provided a spectacular performance. Dealing with the band was an absolute pleasure from start to finish.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith their first album\, featuring stacks of exciting collaborations\, An Dannsa Dub are gearing up for a busy year of international touring across 2023.  \n\n\n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zyb0nfueE5c \n\n\n\nTickets: £16  https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-avzdyga Doors 5:30pm 18 + event Food menu to purchase from 6pm  URL:https://up-front.com/event/an-dannsa-dub-future-dub-from-ancient-scotland/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/An-Dannsa-Dub-at-Boomtown-8-web-image-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230226T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230226T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230210T154414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T105330Z UID:3967-1677409200-1677427200@up-front.com SUMMARY: DESCRIPTION:“Riddles\, Tunes & Tales from The Tale Coat” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA unique collection of tales to treasure – from the nation’s first Laureate for Storytelling\, Taffy Thomas\, MBE.Storytelling sessions at 11am & 3pm“The master storyteller from Grasmere\, travelled the length and breadth of the country. People would come from miles around to hear him tell his tales. He was so famous that someone had made him a special storytelling chair from which he delivered his words of wisdom… He was so famous that someone else had made him a Tale Coat… a lovely coat on which were embroidered scenes from his stories”. \n\n\n\nThe Tale Coat is a unique piece of textile art. It is a kind of story jukebox\, from which audiences of any age can select an embroidered scene to hear one of many extraordinary tales told by a storyteller who is as unique as his exquisite attire. In this magical collection\, Taffy Thomas tells 19 of his favourite tales from the Tale Coat\, many of which have never before been written down. From Inuit creation tales and African animal stories\, to myths and legends rooted in the valleys and fells of the English Lake District.Taffy will be joined by “Eskrigg”\, the Westmorland harmony song and instrumental trio and musician Tony Farren. \n\n\n\nAll tickets £7. Book online https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-ppbdbd or Tel.01768484538 URL:https://up-front.com/event/3967/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances,Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Taffy-Cumbrian-FT-author-pic-swirly-smaller-JPG-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230201T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230402T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230208T162238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T160419Z UID:3955-1675245600-1680453000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Watercolours & Prints by Mary Ann Rogers DESCRIPTION:Northumberland-based artist\, Mary Ann Rogers\, paints vibrant watercolour paintings full of energy\, from an in-depth knowledge of her subject matter. Her studio is surrounded by the wild hills of Northumberland\, whose inhabitants\, along with her own menagerie of birds\, feature in her work.Mary Ann has been a regular exhibitor at Upfront for many years. Her work strikes a chord with both the local folk\, who are known for their love of sheep\, foxhounds and trail hounds\, also visitors who are struck by the beauty of the area and its inhabitants. \n\n\n\nMary Ann’s work is entirely in watercolour. She is a master of her medium\, referred to in many publications and documentaries\, using pure pigment and water\, beginning with large strokes using a 3” wide brush\, and staying with large brushes throughout\, only resorting to small ones for fine detail\, such as eyes. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition includes original paintings and framed limited edition giclee prints of Mary Ann’s watercolours. \n\n\n\n\nInquisitive\n\n\n\nDaffodils\n\n\n\nOriental Poppies\n\n\n\nOnward URL:https://up-front.com/event/watercolours-prints-by-mary-ann-rogers/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2023-Sundown-9d4ee32c59ee2ea935c4f52d1514c7f1-340x0-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230201T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230402T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20230208T154426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T160453Z UID:3946-1675245600-1680453000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Landscape Paintings & Reduction Linocuts by Mark A Pearce DESCRIPTION:Mark is a professional printmaker and landscape artist living and working in the coastal village of Ravenglass in the beautiful Lake District. His home studio is situated on the shores of an estuary with stunning views of the surrounding fells and sea. These local landscapes provide much of the inspiration for his paintings and original linocut prints.Mark is well known for his vibrant multi coloured reduction linocuts. These have won him several awards including the 2017 “Visitors Choice” at Ulverston Printfest. The BBC has also featured Marks printmaking in their BBC1 programme\, “Flog It”. \n\n\n\n\nEstuary Sunset\n\n\n\n\n\nPink Puddles\n\n\n\nAfter the Storms\n\n\n\nSun on Scafell URL:https://up-front.com/event/landscape-paintings-reduction-linocuts-by-mark-a-pearce/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Ref-411-Sun-on-the-Scawfells-ians-M-S2-web-image-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221218T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221230T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20221012T150349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T154702Z UID:3885-1671375600-1672412400@up-front.com SUMMARY:The Snow Queen DESCRIPTION:A Magical Winter Fairy Tale – A Perfect Outing for Christmas \n\n\n\nAn original Upfront Puppet Theatre production\, involving different puppet types\, special scenic effects\, projected moving images and a revolving stage. Musical score based on Russian folk music. \n\n\n\nGerda sets off on a magical journey to rescue her lost friend Kai from the clutches of the Snow Queen. This adventure takes us on the river\, to an enchanted garden with talking flowers\, to a robbers’ castle and onwards through many places until we reach the palace of the Snow Queen.The show has an interval in the middle – ice cream & refreshments available. \n\n\n\nAfter the show\, meet the puppeteers and puppets\, ask questions\, see how things work & take photographs. Suitable for ages 4 – 94 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDates: December 18th\, 21st\, 22nd\, 23rd\, 24th\, 28th\, 29th & 30th.Tickets: Adults £10\, Children £8.50\, Family (2 adults/2 children) £33Choose your seats and book online: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll shows begin at 3pm. \n\n\n\nThis show is kindly sponsored by URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-snow-queen-2/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Snow-Queen-4-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221117T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221231T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20221117T124327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T124329Z UID:3920-1668679200-1672504200@up-front.com SUMMARY:Ceramic Viewpoints DESCRIPTION:Eight ceramicists express their philosophies\, motivations and styles. \n\n\n\nCeramicists will include Nigel Edmondson\, Geoff Cox\, John Calver\, Sally Toms\, Emma Louise Wilson\, Lara Clahane\, John Davenport and Jan Huntley-Peace. \n\n\n\n\nJohn Davenport\n\n\n\nLara Clahane\n\n\n\nNigel Edmondson\n\n\n\n\n\nJan Huntley-Peace\n\n\n\nJohn Calver\n\n\n\nSally Toms\n\n\n\n\n\nSally Toms\n\n\n\n\n\nGeoff Cox URL:https://up-front.com/event/ceramic-viewpoints/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Geoff-Cox-3-4-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221104T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221104T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T053408 CREATED:20220930T095037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T205119Z UID:3881-1667592000-1667592000@up-front.com SUMMARY:N'famady Kouyate with live band DESCRIPTION:N’famady Kouyaté is a young energetic master musician from Guinea (Conakry)\, who relocated to Cardiff (Wales) in 2019. A talented multi-instrumentalist who wowed audiences across the UK and Ireland during autumn/winter 2019/20 with his modern interpretations of traditional West African Mandingue songs and rhythms supporting Gruff Rhys on the Pang! album tour. N’famady’s primary instrument is the balafon – the traditional wooden xylophone\, sacred to West African culture and his family heritage of the griot/djeli. In Guinea he founded ‘Les Héritiers du Mandingue’ a tradi-modern group that toured extensively in West Africa. \n\n\n\nIn the UK N’famady has played both as a solo artist and with a full band line up – where his arrangements are a fusion of Mandingue African with western jazz\, pop\, indie\, and funk influences provided by an ever-evolving collective of musicians. Instrumentation includes balafon\, keyboards\, drumkit\, djembe\, guitar\, bass\, kora\, doundoun\, congas\, saxophone\, trumpet\, & callabash. N’famady’s performances create amazing atmospheres and vibrations wherever he goes\, and audiences are charmed by his infectious enthusiasm and joy. \n\n\n\nN’famady released his first EP in July 2021\, recorded in the legendary Rockfield Studios\, with a full band line up\, including guest appearances from Gruff Rhys (Super Furry Animals)\, Lisa Jên Brown (9Bach)\, and Kliph Scurlock (The Flaming Lips). The EP features mash-ups of traditional Guinean songs with new Welsh lyrics\, modern & traditional instrumentation\, played by a ten-piece band. N’famady has a steadily growing fanbase both in the UK and West Africa. \n\n\n\nSupport and after band music provided by local world music DJ expert Naomi Carole \n\n\n\nPre concert supper available from 6pm booking essential \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE USING THIS LINK BELOW https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-eajkznr URL:https://up-front.com/event/nfamady-kouyate-with-live-band/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/309004858_513218607475961_5784466912144608667_n.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR