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From inclusive community projects and creative showcases in the park to delving deep into the structures of sculpture and science fiction...
Here’s everything you need to know about the arts this week.
On the 6th July, the Youth Commission team will be in Market Square to mark ten years of the Sunflower Project. There’ll be a whole line up of fun activities, including Arts & Crafts sessions, Free Yoga Tasters, Princess Meet and Greets, Sunflower Ted and Construction of the Support Sunflower.
Guernsey Arts are thrilled to celebrate sculptor Ted McDonaugh, in his first solo exhibition after decades of skillfully creating abstract pieces from stone. 'Shapes and Shadows' will be on display at the Greenhouse Gallery from 5th July until 18th August.
Meticulously hand carved from Caen Limestone, Ted's work has its own distinctive interactions with the light when focused upon. Shapes and Shadows are built onto the stone as each sculpture is viewed in the round. Traditional techniques combine with conceptual thought processes in this unique and exciting exhibition.
The stone used is Caen Limestone from St. Joseph's Church which was constructed in the mid 19th Century. This stone has also been partially used in other notable buildings such as Canterbury Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London.
Art for Guernsey presents the work of illustrator Chris Foss in Chris Foss: A Sci-Fi Journey, at the Art for Guernsey Gallery, Mansell Street, St Peter Port from July 3rd to September 7th 2024.
Chris’s career has spanned several decades. Not only has he illustrated numerous book covers by sci-fi heavyweights such as Isaac Asimov and E.E Doc Smith, he’s also provided design and concept work on several major films, including Dune, Alien, A.I., Superman, Flash Gordon and Guardians of the Galaxy. This is definitely an exhibition that will get your family talking and inspired to create.
The exhibition features new works by Chris, plus a selection of career-defining and Guernsey-focused artworks and prints, many with bespoke illustrative additions, alongside sketches and supporting media. Do not miss this amazing show by Art for Guernsey!
Be transported to the heart of the opera and find your place amongst the orchestra and artists of the Rennes Opera, as the iconic story of Tosca comes to life on screen! Sung in Italian with French subtitles, Tosca is an opera in 3 acts and tells a tragic love story where passion and jealousy collide.
Guernsey Arts are really thrilled to be partnering with the Opéra de Rennes to share this 2024 performance from some of France’s leading operatic talents. Opera is a sumptuous art form with incredible skills to appreciate - from vocals and orchestra to costume and stage production.
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Come and celebrate ten years of SOPM! Delancey park will play host live performances from all the SOPM ensembles and bands. There will be bouncy castles, face painting, food, fun and more throughout the day.
Meanwhile SOPM HQ will be an open house! Discover free lessons, an acoustic showcase and merchandise will be available.
There will be live performances from local bands “Last of The Light Brigade” and “Bloomfield”.
Money raised from this event will be supporting the Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation.
Bring the family. Bring your friends. Make a day of it!
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