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: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:20241215T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241215T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20241104T151714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T111604Z UID:4645-1734260400-1734265800@up-front.com SUMMARY:Christmas Wreath Making Workshop DESCRIPTION:Work with the amazing Bloomhead from the North East. Bloomhead is an independent Eco Floral Designer\, Wedding Florist\, and creator of Seasonal Wreaths & Bouquets. \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to learn her unique way of putting together flowers and foliage to create your own personally designed and made Christmas wreath. \n\n\n\nMulled wine and nibbles provided as part of the workshop. \n\n\n\nLimited capacity \n\n\n\n£55 per personTo book contact:Tel:01768484538Email:info@up-front.com \n\n\n\nOptional after workshop lunch booking with Upfront Kitchen for an extra price. Please phone in advance URL:https://up-front.com/event/christmas-wreath-making-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-02-at-8.45.57-PM-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241208T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241229T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20241022T192225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T152506Z UID:4613-1733668200-1735482600@up-front.com SUMMARY:Aladdin and His Amazing Lamp DESCRIPTION:We will hold you spellbound as we tell you a tale based on one of the 101 Arabian Night Stories\, told by Scheherazade to her husband\, the Sultan. Meet the Genie of the Lamp\, watch Aladdin fly his magic carpet and see if Aladdin finally wins the hand of the Princess. Fully staged with lighting\, musical score and special effects.After the show meet the puppets and puppeteers\, ask questions. take photographs. \n\n\n\nAll shows start at 2:30 and last approximately 2 hours\, including an interval in the middle and the after show chat.Show dates: December 8th\, 14th\, 15th\, 21st\, 22nd\, 23rd\, 24th\, 27th\, 28th & 29th. \n\n\n\nTICKETS:Adults £10 Children £8.50 Family (2 adults/2 children or 1 adult/3 children) £33https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-vkeore URL:https://up-front.com/event/aladdin-and-his-amazing-lamp-3/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/The-new-palace-is-made-of-solid-gold-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20241104T150618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T111533Z UID:4642-1732993200-1732993200@up-front.com SUMMARY:Raz & Afla DESCRIPTION:Raz Olsher & Afla Sackey: a bond that fuels a dynamic and effortless musical relationship. Their music represents a harmonious union of African influences with electronic music\, full of soul\, vibrant energy and captivating rhythms.  \n\n\n\nOriginally from Tel Aviv\, Raz\, owner of Fossil Studios is an award-winning\, chart topping\, multi-platinum producer. His repertoire includes a broad range of solo electronic music productions while also lending his refined ear to composing and producing for other artists including Basement Jaxx\, Sam Lee’s Mercury-nominated album and Lamar\, among many more. Afla’s background as a session musician for artists such as Ginger Baker\, Sun Ra\, Oren Marshall\, Osibisa\, Ibibio Sound Machine\, Tony Allen and later\, as a dancer\, embodies his lineage. Work with Sadler’s Wells and the Royal Festival Hall are among his many proud achievements to date.  \n\n\n\nA steady flow of releases came out of their studio activity; with releases on Beating Heart\, to Mo Black’s Afro Zone and their own Fossil Sounds imprint now finding a home with Parisian label Mawimbi Records. The balance between Raz’s production style and Afla’s Afrocentric flavours ignited dance floors and earned the duo a glowing reputation from the very beginning. Their debut album; ‘The Cycle’ came out late 2022 and has gained critical acclaim from the likes of Gilles Peterson\, Lauren Lavern\, Jamz Supernova and was play listed on BBC Radio 6\,1Xtra\, FIP\, Radio Nova and many others worldwide. \n\n\n\nAs remixers\, Raz & Afla developed their own take of the art from with dance floor fillers for artists such as Glass Animals\, Batida and Crate Classics.   \n\n\n\nRaz & Afla’s innovative\, multi cultural approach to music was recognised by the National Lottery Arts Council as they were rewarded a grant to continue their work of building bridges through music and dance. \n\n\n\nThis is a twosome expressing themselves to the world; vulnerable\, truthful and exposed\, it’s a personal statement that will resonate with listeners all over the world. Through the universal language of music they communicate sincerely\, with music that has pure intention. Dance wildly\, pay close attention to the lyrics and let the spirit of Raz & Afla transport you away from everyday life into another dimension of rhythm and sound… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStanding concert 18+ Tickets £15 Purchase here https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-xmqpjnpSupport DJs on the night playing Afrobeat\, Latin\, House\, World\, Cumbia\, African URL:https://up-front.com/event/raz-afla/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/b77ead19-6b99-42c1-b92b-997235d1e97f-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241116T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241116T233000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20241008T154750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T172714Z UID:4589-1731781800-1731799800@up-front.com SUMMARY:Dub N Grub presents Solo Banton DESCRIPTION:Dub N Grub is proud to welcome one of the UK’s top mic men\, vocalist & host to a special intimate session at Upfront all played on the full North Fire Sound – custom built reggae sound system. \n\n\n\nSolo Banton has worked with the likes of Mungo’s Hi Fi\, Dubkasm\, The Uppercut Band\, Gentleman’s Dun Club\, Jahtari\, Manu Digital\, Reality Shock and has shared the stage with many big name artists across the globe. \n\n\n\nNorth Fire Sound DJs will be selecting the tunes as Solo Banton provides the vocals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets £15Purchase here https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-aveqamg \n\n\n\nFood served from 6:30pm (Not included in ticket price) URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-presents-solo-banton/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/solo-banton-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241229T163000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20241104T175150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T175151Z UID:4650-1730887200-1735489800@up-front.com SUMMARY:Winter Exhibition - Jamie Oldham DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the Power and Beauty of Nature \n\n\n\n\n\nJamie grew up in Cumbria under the Howgill Fells\, has a degree in fine art from Bath and is an active member of the Lake Artists Society\, plus the Keswick and Penrith art groups. Currently\, he exibits in the region as well as in West London. He runs workshops to encourage others in his passion for bolder use of colour\, capturing the changing light of the sky and painting [in oils] outside (year round). He lives close to the Solway coast which features regularly in his work. “Nothing beats being in the landscape to be able to capture the shifting light and tones”.As well as landscapes created in the open air\, Jamie also works in several genres such as still life and birds in a range of media including acrylics\, oils\, cold wax\, gouache and pastel. URL:https://up-front.com/event/winter-exhibition-jamie-oldham/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Ocean-small-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20241008T172459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T111409Z UID:4592-1730318400-1730318400@up-front.com SUMMARY:The Madalitso Band (Malawi) DESCRIPTION:‘Madalitso band are a two man musical army from Malawi. Described as ‘Uplifting and Vibrant’ by the BBC\, they get crowds beaming with wonder and on their feet dancing every time. Their first album was produced by Bongo Joe records and the band has already performed at Womex 2020\, Womad 2019\, Roskilde 2018\, Sauti Za Busara 2017…to name just a few. They were discovered busking outside a shopping centre in 2009. Their vibrant playing\, strong vocals and traditional style caught the attention of Emanuel Kamwenje who recorded their first album the same year. The band plays the babatone – a home-made instrument popular in Malawi – and the four-string guitar\, creating the traditional Malawi ‘banjo’ sound. When not playing or touring\, babatone player Yobu Malinga works as a gardener and guitarist Yosefe Kalekeni works as a security guard\, however around Malawi they are increasingly revered as musical prophets.’ \n\n\n\nPre concert supper from 6pm (Booking Essential)Phone 01768484538 \n\n\n\nTickets £15Choose your seats and book onlinehttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-movgaoWe are using the balcony seating and half of the seating rake\, so that there is space at the front for anyone wanting to dance. URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-madalitso-band-malawi/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Craig-Mawanga-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T163000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20241024T205311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T205312Z UID:4625-1729850400-1730651400@up-front.com SUMMARY:Sradag - Spark DESCRIPTION:A multimedia group of Scottish artists . An exploration of environment\, landscape and feelings in a variety of different mediums. All work being a result of the creative spark whether it is paintings\, constructions\, drawings\, digital art or sculptural pieces.Artists include Ian Bell\, Shane Connolly\, Paul Marsden\, Shaun McLaren\, Iain Piercy\, Lindsay Storstein\, Colin Thomson & Emma Thomson. URL:https://up-front.com/event/sradag-spark-2/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Ian-Bell-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241004T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241004T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240903T194048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T194050Z UID:4581-1728066600-1728066600@up-front.com SUMMARY:Dub N Grub presents Omega Nebula (Live) DESCRIPTION:Usual activity at Dub N Grub – food served from 6:30pm \n\n\n\nMusic played on the North Fire Sound – Reggae sound system for the full audio experience \n\n\n\nThis time we welcome Omega Nebula for their first venue show in Cumbria. \n\n\n\nElectronic future-dub duo OMEGA NEBULA are a force. Their music takes the most powerful elements of dub reggae and dubstep and rolls them into uplifting\, emotionally weighted anthems with a unique sonic identity. Taking influence from the UK sound system scene\, dub clubs and bass driven subcultures\, their huge sound is heart shaking\, their message profound\, and their energy invigorating. \n\n\n\nMulti-instrumentalist husband and wife duo Adjua and Dean Forrest\, who together fronted eight piece reggae outfit Backbeat Soundsystem on Easy Star Records\, have joined forces to pursue their obsession with heavyweight bass lines and slick digital dub production. Combining their prolific prowess as masterful songwriters with their rich performance background\, these two powerhouses supply an epic live/electronic hybrid show\, steeped in euphoric effects\, live instrumentation\, and killer vocals. Producer/Vocalist Adjua’s flawless destruction of the fourth wall leaves audience engagement somewhere akin to a rally cry for ravers to rise up and take control\, all the while retaining an intimate\, personal touch. \n\n\n\nOMEGA NEBULA are fresh\, exciting and their momentum is unwavering. With world class music that encompasses messages of unity\, love\, peace and progression\, this dynamic duo absolutely cannot fail to win the hearts and minds of the new dub generation and oldschool dub reggae veterans alike. \n\n\n\nWith continuous support from BBC DJ’s on 1Xtra and BBC 6\, OMEGA NEBULA are speedily on the rise and \n\n\n\ntheir live show is a must see! \n\n\n\n“Uncompromisingly immense” – Chaiwallahs URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-presents-omega-nebula-live/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Omega-Nebula-Promo-Sitting_2024_V02_2048px-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240903T192935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T193300Z UID:4579-1726340400-1726340400@up-front.com SUMMARY:An Evening Of Music & Food With The Upfront Kitchen & Paddy Rogan (Live) DESCRIPTION:A brand new free event for Upfront Arts Venue \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to enjoy an evening in the gallery barn with a full menu provided by the Upfront Kitchen. \n\n\n\nEnjoy your food while listening to the sounds of talented local musician Paddy Rogan. Paddy has performed at many events at Upfront over the years and always plays an excellent show. \n\n\n\nPaddy takes influence from the likes of John Martyn\, Nick Drake and Pentangle playing a mixture of his own songs and versions. Covering styles of Gypsy Jazz\, Folk and Blues \n\n\n\nTo secure your place please phone in advance to book a table.Ideally we would like to fill the 4 seaters tables with groups. \n\n\n\nContact –TEL: 01768484538EMail: info@up-front.com URL:https://up-front.com/event/an-evening-of-music-food-with-the-upfront-kitchen-paddy-rogan-live/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/11039246_1068199683195153_7729937727004346077_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240818T145949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T150051Z UID:4537-1726340400-1726340400@up-front.com SUMMARY:An evening of music & food with the Upfront Kitchen and live musician Paddy Rogan (Free Event) DESCRIPTION:A brand new free event for Upfront Arts Venue \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to enjoy an evening in the gallery barn with a full menu provided by the Upfront Kitchen. \n\n\n\nEnjoy your food while listening to the sounds of talented local musician Paddy Rogan. Paddy has performed at many events at Upfront over the years and always plays an excellent show. \n\n\n\nPaddy takes influence from the likes of John Martyn\, Nick Drake and Pentangle playing a mixture of his own songs and versions. Covering styles of Gypsy Jazz\, Folk and Blues \n\n\n\nTo secure your place please phone in advance to book a table.Ideally we would like to fill the 4 seaters tables with groups.Tel: 01768484538Email: info@up-front.com URL:https://up-front.com/event/an-evening-of-music-food-with-the-upfront-kitchen-and-live-musician-paddy-rogan-free-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/11039246_1068199683195153_7729937727004346077_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240514T194417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T111438Z UID:4499-1723320000-1723320000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Mishra (World Folk Music) DESCRIPTION:Mishra are a global folk band from the UK gathering international recognition\, who draw together roots in UK traditional music with continent-spanning musical textures into a breathtaking 5 piece performance. Performing finely crafted songs with stunning vocals and exhilarating instrumentals\, Mishra span eclectic moods; from meditative raag inspired improvisations to high-energy celtic dance tunes underpinned by unstoppable percussive grooves. They draw on training in Indian classical\, UK folk\, contemporary classical\, and a distinctive instrumental palette including santoor\, banjo\, clarinet\, low whistle\, double bass\, and a vast array of percussion.  \n\n\n\nFormed by acclaimed folk musicians Kate Griffin and Ford Collier\, all members of Mishra met in Sheffield over a shared passion for the creative possibilities of Indian classical music. Their genre defying approach to composition has taken them to festivals around the UK including Celtic Connections and Cambridge Folk Festival\, won them a prestigious Danny Kyle award\, and brought critical acclaim for their two albums ‘Reclaim’ and ‘The Loft Tapes’ including national radio play. 2023 saw them tour the UK in collaboration with Indian classical/sufi singer Deepa Shakthi with support from Arts Council England. \n\n\n\n“Fascinating stuff… I’m really enjoying Mishra’s blend” \n\n\n\nMark Radcliffe\, BBC Radio 2 \n\n\n\n“An airborne amalgam of cross-continental pollinations … More servings please” \n\n\n\nTim Cummings\, Songlines Magazine \n\n\n\n“It’s impossible to question the compelling tune-making at the heart of Mishra” \n\n\n\nMojo Magazine \n\n\n\nPre concert supper can be booked from 6pm (Booking Essential Tel: 01768484538) Concert tickets £15:Choose your seats & book online https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-pqvxagv URL:https://up-front.com/event/mishra-world-folk-music/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_4643-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240724T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240829T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240707T204841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T204843Z UID:4525-1721818800-1724941800@up-front.com SUMMARY:Jack and the Beanstalk DESCRIPTION:A marionette performance based on the traditional fairy tale.Meet Daisy the cow\, the giant\, the fiddle playing leprechaun with magic beans and the hen that lays golden eggs.Jack is brave\, but can he fool the giant\, escape and save the day?The show lasts approximately 1.5 hours with an interval in the middle and the opportunity after the show to meet the puppets and puppeteers and take photographs. \n\n\n\nTickets: Adults £10\, Children £8.50\, Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) £33.Follow the link to see days and times of shows\, choose your seats and book online – \n\n\nhttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-rllqdd URL:https://up-front.com/event/jack-and-the-beanstalk/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Jack-climbing-A004.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240630T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240630T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240514T172217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T111459Z UID:4495-1719777600-1719777600@up-front.com SUMMARY:Tony McManus & Julia Toaspern DESCRIPTION:This concert has moved to the new date of 30th June as Upfront totally flooded\, due to the extreme weather conditions on 22nd May. We have been working non stop to keep the business open with as little disruption as possible. Please support us and the musicians who very kindly changed their schedule. We have a Flood Appeal Fund to help us get through this difficult time. If you are unable to come to the concert\, but would like to offer a little support\, it would be very appreciated. https://www.gofundme.com/f/upfront-arts-venue-flood-relief-support \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“Tony’s music is beyond beautiful\, it’s perfect” – Tommy Emmanuel. \n\n\n\n“Julia’s bell-like voice and her fiddle playing are thrilling. She moves effortlessly from fiddle to guitar\, her solo is impressive.” – Salon Festival\, France. \n\n\n\nHailed by the late John Renbourn as ‘the best Celtic guitarist in the world’\, Tony McManus has been listed as one of 50 transcendental guitarists of all time by Guitar Player Magazine. \n\n\n\nJulia Toaspern\, from Berlin\, combines classical violin and voice training with an interest in jazz\, baroque and traditional music. She has released two albums of original songs and performed both as a classical player and as a singer/songwriter on both sides of the Atlantic. Her skills as a guitarist are prodigious and make a very exciting fit with Tony’s work. \n\n\n\nThe duo’s guitar treatments of traditional music is unique exploring the harmonic possibilities of these old\, and sometimes not so old\, tunes. Flat-picking or finger-picking at the highest level they are always at the service of the music rather than simply displaying technical prowess – although that is very evident as well. Julia’s violin effortlessly morphs into a fiddle as she weaves from Italian madrigal to Scottish reel. Julia’s songs go to the heart of love and loss\, hope and survival and are infused with a musical input from wide and eclectic experience of musical life.Pre concert supper can be booked from 6pm onwards – (booking essential Tel: 01768484538) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/tony-mcmanus-julia-toaspern/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tony-Julia-guitar-fiddle-72-dpi-400-mm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240510T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240510T230000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240217T131313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T160326Z UID:4395-1715371200-1715382000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Rory McLeod DESCRIPTION:It is a real pleasure to bring Rory McLeod back to Upfront Arts Venue as he was the first person to ever perform in the newly built arts venue many years ago. An ex-circus clown and fire eater Rory is a one-man-soul-dance-band\, and poet.  He has a natural troubadour’s talent for weaving magical\, musical\, storytelling spells accompanied by his own bizarre solo orchestra of distinctive instruments.  The spoons\, finger-cymbals\, bandorea\, Djembe-drum\, harmonica\, guitar\, trombone and-tap-dancing shoes accompany the “rich\, raw\, deep and resonant” voice of this “singular and liberating performer.” \n\n\n\nMcLEOD is a musical Gypsy\, his eccentric melodies are infused with influences from Flamenco to Country blues\, through to Celtic\, East European and Calypso rhythms creating a style of music and songwriting that has been described as \n\n\n\n“Intimate\, revealing\, political and powerful.” \n\n\n\n“When he sings his songs he will take you on a journey with him.” \n\n\n\n“Poetry and dance-stories with verve\, sharpness\, humour and warmth about people and for people.” \n\n\n\n“Great songs to dance to\, infectious rhythms\, flying harmonica!”We are offering a pre concert super from Upfront cafe / restaurant booking essential please phone 01768484538 to book. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE – https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-avoeypj URL:https://up-front.com/event/rory-mcleod/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/live.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240427T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240427T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240315T200943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T192603Z UID:4469-1714246200-1714251600@up-front.com SUMMARY:The Mystery of the Blue Moon Saloon DESCRIPTION:SHOW CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS AND WITHDRAWAL OF A CAST MEMBER. \n\n\n\nShow performed by Cumbrian theatre company “Ragged Edge Productions. Devised and Performed by Stefan Escreet\, Peter Macqueen and Claire Webzell  \n\n\n\n\n\nA comic radio play presented live on stage with the assistance of the audience. Suitable for ages 7 – 97.An American Wild West town 1870. A travelling English Theatre company are performing Scenes from Shakespeare when lone gunslinger The Wanderer comes up against a gang of outlaws.When the gunsmoke clears\, Mrs Speakwell lies dead. But who killed the English actress?This daft and entertaining show gives the audience the chance to make the sound effects and take part in scenes as they are recorded in a special edition of the play. “The fun is packed into every line\, every exchange of hats\, every press of a button on the sound equipment. It is slapstick at its best from well-seasoned performers. It is not often you can experience an audience ranging from eight-year-olds to octogenarians all crying with laughter at the same thing – but you can experience this down at the Blue Moon Saloon.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Adults £12.50\, Children (7 years+) £8.50\, Family (2 adults & 2 children) £36 https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-ojpjoyk \n\n\n\nPre-performance supper still to be confirmed. URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-mystery-of-the-blue-moon-saloon/ CATEGORIES:Theatre Performannce ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sepia-Trees-landscape-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240419T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240419T230000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240313T210815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T175117Z UID:4465-1713553200-1713567600@up-front.com SUMMARY:Dub N Grub presents Iration Steppas DESCRIPTION:Iration Steppas have played all over the world from Mexico to New York\, Yorkshire to Barcelona. What an pleasure to bring one of the most respected sound man and music producers within the Dub & Reggae scene to Upfront Arts Venue intimate performance for Dub N Grub all played on the full North Fire Sound custom built reggae sound system. \n\n\n\nIration Steppas Sound System is the foundation of the West Yorkshire underground bass music scene. Mark Iration and Dennis Rootikal met in the early 1990’s when sound system culture was changing and the music was evolving. This partnership led to the development of the most progressive style of reggae and dub\, which has inspired a gen- eration of new sound systems and dub producers such as O.B.F\, King Alpha\, Dubkasm and many more. It also left a mark on other genres\, with many other big names taking influence from the front man Mark Iration. \n\n\n\nFor the past 30 years Iration Steppas have pushed boundaries on sound system technology\, continually improving to stay at the top of their game\, and have collected possibly the widest plethora of dub- plates and specials of any sound system. Mark (Iration Steppas) is an entertainer and provides an experience you will not find anywhere else and you will not want to miss. \n\n\n\nIration Steppas have built a proud discography with albums such as Original Dub D.A.T.\, Dubs from the High Regionz and Dub Arena – as well as many singles\, and all are still bought in heavy numbers around the world.Support on the evening from Natural Selectas and North Fire DJs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-presents-iration-steppas/ CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CQ9A0864-CR3_DxO_DeepPRIME-1536x1024-1-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240329T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240414T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240222T164325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T175157Z UID:4401-1711722600-1713105000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Stanelli's Super Circus DESCRIPTION:A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed\, suitable for all ages. This unique collection of trick circus marionettes was saved for the nation by a Heritage Lottery Grant. It is one of the largest and most complete puppet circus’s in Europe. You will see clowns\, jugglers\, acrobats\, tight-rope… plus the highlight of the show – Zippo the clown shooting out of a cannon. \n\n\n\nPerformances are at 2:30 on March 29th & 31st. April 1st\, 3rd\, 5th\, 7th\, 10th\, 12th & 14th.The show lasts approximately 1.5 hours\, including an interval in the middle. Photographs are welcome after the show. TICKETS:Children £8.50 Adults £10 Family £32 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children).Choose your seats and book online by clicking below:https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-rayqdp \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nShow Preview URL:https://up-front.com/event/stanellis-super-circus-2/ CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LionTigersCage-web-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T163000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 CREATED:20240309T122603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T122838Z UID:4440-1711533600-1716741000@up-front.com SUMMARY:Spring Rising DESCRIPTION:A celebration of the arrival of Spring by Green Door Artists\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Door Artists have been motivated by the vitality of Spring. A response to this season’s promise of renewal\, possibility\, and hope. Spring reigniting the land and the things that live below\, on\, or above it. The colours\, life and dynamic of Spring’s energy\, expressed in a variety of methods and materials. URL:https://up-front.com/event/spring-rising/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://up-front.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sizergh-Trees-Frances-2024-web-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T230000 DTSTAMP:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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:20260501T213934 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 END:VCALENDAR