Opportunities
From front of house to behind the scenes to artists opportunities, we offer a wide range of roles for all.
Inclusive Youth Arts Programme
All our activities are FREE to those who are registered.
Sound sculptures
Tuesday 22 July
10am-11.30am
Ages 0-17
Look, touch, smell, listen and make!
Join artist Sian Watson Taylor to create your own sound sculpture. Exploring all the senses this workshop is an enjoyable and fun way to combine sound and craft together.
The session is designed for people with a range of access needs and we tailor it to individuals.
Booking essential please contact Hannah for further information: Hannah.pillai@leicester.ac.uk
Creative gallery session
Wednesday 30 July
10.30am-12pm
Ages 0-17
Join our friendly team to explore our current exhibition, which inspires us to think about how we can be creative in difficult times. Followed by time in our art studio where we will use art and the gallery environment to create safe and welcoming spaces out of cardboard, tape and other craft materials.
The session is designed for people with a range of access needs and we tailor it to individuals.
Booking essential please contact Hannah for further information: Hannah.pillai@leicester.ac.uk
pARTicipate
For young people aged 18-25 with complex needs and disabilities. At the Attenborough Arts Centre.
Sound sculptures
Wednesday 23 July
2pm-3.30pm
Ages 18-25
Look, touch, smell, listen and make!
Join artist Sian Watson Taylor to create your own sound sculpture. Exploring all the senses this workshop is an enjoyable and fun way to combine sound and craft together.
The session is designed for people with a range of access needs and we tailor it to individuals.
Summer Art Studio
Wednesday 6 August
1.30-3.30pm
Ages 18-25
Join us in the summer art studio where you have the freedom to explore, create and make friends.
Perhaps you want to paint a picture on a canvas? Or maybe you want to build a sculpture. Let your imagination run wild!
The summer art studio is a chance to make what you like using our exciting materials from our materials cupboard. Friendly staff will be on hand to support and guide you, but you choose what you make!
Booking is essential but you can drop in anytime between 1.30-3.30pm
Contact Hannah for further information: Hannah.pillai@leicester.ac.uk
Once you have completed the Registration form, please email the form back to Hannah.pillai@leicester.ac.uk
For more information and to book please contact Hannah, Project Coordinator on:
hannah.pillai@leicester.ac.uk or 0116 252 3077.
Link Legends: Summer Art Project for Young Creatives
The events at Attenborough Arts Centre will be 18+ participants only, with the African Caribbean dates for 11-18 participants.
Join artist Mellow Baku to explore identity, celebrate the African Caribbean Centres history, make new friends and create your own art.
You will get the chance to:
- Take part in four art workshops with Mellow – painting, poetry, performance, drawing and more!
- Take part in two collaborative workshops with young people from both centres
- Meet local community members
- Contribute to a mural displayed at the African Caribbean Centre
Dates and Times for 18+ participants:
- Thursday 24 July 5:30pm – 7:30pm, at Attenborough Arts Centre
- Thursday 7 August 5:30pm – 7:30pm, collaborative session at the African Caribbean Centre
- Thursday 14 August 5:30pm – 7;30pm, at Attenborough Arts Centre
- Thursday 28 August 5:30pm – 7:30pm, collaborative session at Attenborough Arts Centre
- Thursday 4 September 5:30pm – 7:30pm, at Attenborough Arts Centre
- Thursday 11 September 5:30pm – 7:30pm, at Attenborough Arts Centre
To sign up please contact: Over 18s contact – hannah.pillai@leicester.ac.uk
There are more session at the African Caribbean Centre for 11 – 18 participants. For more information and to sign up please contact:
Under 18s contact – info@africanheritagealliance.org.uk
Volunteering
Volunteers are important members of Attenborough Arts Centre front of house team. They are people who share a love of the arts, giving their time to contribute to the continued success of the centre.
As a Volunteer, you will be part of an organisation with decades of experience in providing performances, courses, workshops and activities for children and families.
You would be a public face for Attenborough Arts Centre, providing support and assistance within our gallery spaces. Ensuring our customers and visitors have a positive and enjoyable experience during their visit and aiding in their desire to return.
Contact Noreen Gallagher (Volunteer Coordinator) at aacvolunteer@leicester.ac.uk with a short paragraph explaining your interest in the Gallery Assistant role at Attenborough Arts Centre.