The Arts
topThe Arts in Hambleton
| The work of the Council towards the development and promotion of the arts in Hambleton is undertaken primarily within Leisure Services, and is to encourage, support and promote the arts across all sectors of the community and to nurture an environment within which the arts can flourish. |  |
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A new arts plan for the district of Hambleton has recently been produced. The aim is that this will provide a strategic framework upon which to base the Council's revenue and capital spending on the arts, and to define clearly the role of the Council and council officers in arts development.
 | If you would like to receive a copy of the final document please contact: The Arts Development Officer Hambleton District Council Civic Centre Stone Cross Northallerton North Yorkshire DL6 2UU Tel: 01609 767203 Click here if you have any comments or queries for the Leisure Services Department. | |
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The Council either directly provides or works in partnership to deliver the following:
 | 1. On Tour The Council is a partner in the 'On Tour' scheme which brings professional touring theatre, music, and dance to local community venues throughout the District. These include leisure centres, village halls and schools. The scheme is co-ordinated by Rural Arts North Yorkshire (RANY) Opens in a new window and a current programme can be obtained from them. 2. Community Arts Programme The Council commissions community arts projects taking place in village halls, schools, recreational areas and local clubs and societies. This work is undertaken for the Council by professional artists co-ordinated by Rural Arts North Yorkshire (RANY). |
| 3. Arts Promoters Grant Scheme In order to encourage new arts events the Council offers financial assistance. 4. Talented Young Musicians Scheme Each year the Council provides financial assistance to 20 or so young people to achieve their musical potential. |  |
 | 5. Ad Hoc Grants Scheme This scheme provides cash grants to help individuals pursue a variety of activities including, sculpture, painting, dance and drama. 6. Royal Shakespeare Company A tradition of the RSC visiting Northallerton has developed over the years. Previous performances in the town's Leisure Centre have been 'Measure for Measure' and 'Blue Angel' (1992); 'Henry VI Battle for the Throne' (1994); 'Romeo and Juliet' (1997); 'The Tempest' (2001) and 'Coriolanus' and 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' (2003). The week long stay by the RSC has enabled some 10,000 people to enjoy world class theatre in the District. |
| 7. Dance Project 'The Vibe' is a five year project that will enable young people (4-24 year-olds) to take part in performing arts and combined arts. For details on how young people people can 'feel funky and get groovy' - contact The Director, Get Moving e-mail: getmovings@aol.com 8. Community Leisure Directory A free guide to the district's Sports and Arts Organisations; Leisure Facilities; Community Leisure Courses; Places of Interest; Village Halls; Tourist Information Centres and Grants and Funding. |  |
 | 9. Arts Project Advice The Council provides advice to local organisations wishing to develop arts projects. This extends to project management, specifications and grant aid co-ordination. 10. Increasing Awareness There are many arts opportunities in Hambleton, and to ensure that people are aware of them Hambleton Arts, in conjunction with the council, produce a quality 'Whats On' guide and an events listing service. These are available at libraries and leisure centres or from Hambleton Arts: e-mail: ann.hutchings@virgin.net In addition an on-line event diary is available on this website where you can register your own event on-line by completing the proforma on the page. |
| 11. Hambleton Forum The Hambleton Forum is one of the largest multi-use facilities in the area. The centre is available for hire for regular block bookings of one-off events and, also has its own programme of arts events. |  |
 | 12. Hambleton Arts The Council supports Hambleton Arts who represent the voice of the voluntary arts sector in the District. For further details on Hambleton Arts, contact Ann Hutchings: e-mail: ann.hutchings@virgin.net |
| 13. In2artsHambleton Arts successfully gained Lottery funding in 2002 towards an equipment bank for local arts organisations. The equipment, which is housed at the Hambleton Forum in Northallerton, includes sound and lighting equipment, modular staging units and display boards. The idea behind having the equipment bank is to allow small arts groups the opportunity to host quality events without the burden of having to purchase expensive equipment that they may use only twice a year. In2arts has proved to be hugely successful since it's launch event in January 2003. Any group interested in hiring some or all of the equipment should contact Jean Purvis on 01609 775507. | |
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There are many other arts services available in and around the district, some of these are listed here:
| Libraries For information on local libraries, visit the NYCC website here | Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough www.sjt.uk.com Opens in a new window |
| Civic Theatre, Darlington www.darlingtonarts.co.uk Opens in a new window | Art Centre, Darlington www.darlingtonarts.co.uk Opens in a new window |
| Georgian Theatre Royal, Richmond www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk Opens in a new window | Little Theatre, Middlesbrough www.middlesbrough.gov.uk Opens in a new window |
| Harrogate Theatre www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk Opens in a new window | York Art Gallery www.yorkartgallery.org.uk Opens in a new window |
| Theatre Royal, York www.theatre-royal-york.co.uk Opens in a new window | Barbican Centre, York www.york.gov.uk Opens in a new window |
| Reading Groups www.northyorks.gov.uk Opens in a new window |
If you would like to contact an arts or sports club, or a community hall, view our Sports & Arts Directory here.
 | Click here for Public Leisure Facilities |  |
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Click here if you have any comments or queries for the Leisure Services Department.
Listed below are some useful links to other arts related organisations.
| Arts Council England (Yorkshire) The Regional Arts Board provide support to artists and arts organisations including funding and project development advice Arts Council England (Yorkshire) 21 Bond Street Dewsbury, WF13 1AX Tel: 01924 455555 Website: www.arts.org.uk Opens in a new window |  |
 | Rural Arts North Yorkshire (RANY) RANY provide an annual programme of practical workshops across all art forms for communities across Hambleton. They also co-ordinate a programme of professional entertainment, including live theatre, dance, music, comedy and puppetry, which take place in local halls. If you would like to get involved with a workshop or book a performance for your Village Hall, contact RANY direct. Rural Arts North Yorkshire The Old Courthouse Westgate Thirsk, YO7 1QS Tel: 01845 526536 Website: www.ruralarts.org Opens in a new window |
| North Yorkshire County Council The County Council's arts web pages are accessible here | |
| Arts & Business Arts & Business is a not-for-profit organisation that brings business and arts together. www.aandb.org.uk Opens in a new window | |
| Voluntary Arts Network VAN is the UK development agency for the voluntary arts. Their mission is 'to promote participation in the arts'. Tel: 02920 395395 www.voluntaryarts.org Opens in a new window |  |
 | Brigantia Brigantia is the Association of Art and Craft Workers in the Yorkshire Moors, Wolds and Coast area. Tel: 01609 532609 E-mail: info@brigantia.co.uk Web site: www.brigantia.co.uk Opens in a new window |
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