What’s On
This exhibition is in partnership with Wellcome Collection. Wellcome Collection and Attenborough Arts Centre are pleased to present 'Jason and the Adventure of 254', a major solo exhibition by Jason Wilsher-Mills. Showcasing his largest and most personal commission to date, this free exhibition is a joyful and subversive exploration of the body, drawing on the […]
Saturday Gallery Art Club is your opportunity to get creative, explore art hands-on, and take inspiration from our latest exhibitions to create your own work Open to everyone, each session is supported by our friendly Learning Team as they hold the space for you to work independently or with your friends and family. With all […]
Tap into your imagination with Apittame Arts. This is a space to experiment, share, and connect with like-minded people. Through guided prompts, discussions, and interactive exercises, you’ll gain fresh perspectives and (hopefully) spark new ideas. No pressure, no judgment—just creativity in a casual, welcoming space. The only thing required is your presence and a willingness […]
Join in fun and engaging creative activities in our café, that are open and available for all. Give yourself permission to get creative in a welcoming and engaging environment with old and new friends alike. Enjoy crafting, board games, chalkboard activities, and more with each week offering up new and exciting activities that everyone can […]
Adventures in Art is our weekly multi-disciplinary art workshop for adults. The sessions are usually in Studio 4 on the first floor, accessible via lift, stairs or external ramp. We have a variety of tutors who will deliver 3 or 4 weeks in a row, and then a different tutor will take over with a […]
Develop your piano-playing skills in this relaxed and informal monthly performers’ club. Join pianist Jude Richardson on Sunday afternoons and/or Thursday evenings in a casual piano group class dedicated to helping you gain confidence as a pianist and performer. You can bring finished pieces, music you've just started looking at, original compositions, or anything else […]
An annual celebration of Guru Purnima – a special day between students and their teachers. Students of all standards will play special pieces as a homage to their guru(s). The event is open to all, with a particular emphasis on students, their families and friends.
A two-day introduction to the art of botanical painting at the University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden in Oadby. This course is suitable for anyone who’d like to combine their love of botanics with art - from complete beginners to those with some experience who’d like to try new techniques or just spend two days drawing […]
The University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden is an inspirational place. Spend three days immersed in the gardens as you experiment with different drawing, painting and mixed media approaches, leading to a final painting or mixed media piece. The Botanic Garden is a wonderful place for artists to work, both in the garden areas and in […]
Festival favourite Lucy returns with a brand new show about the power of letting yourself go – in every sense. Whether that means embracing your wrinkles and love handles whilst living in a slanket, or having a couple of babychams and dancing like nobody’s watching (and if you’re a middle aged woman, they’re probably not). […]
Robert White: ‘THAT’ Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy! Is going on tour with a brand new show! Presented by Little Wander. Whether you’re a fan from his series of Britain’s Got Talent, or you’re one of his millions of online viewers but only just realising that Robert is ‘THAT’ Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy […]
Attenborough Arts Centre is proud to present a new major solo exhibition by acclaimed portrait artist Jemisha Maadhavji. Bringing together painting and sculpture, the exhibition explores portraiture and identity, reflecting upon the artist’s concept of luxury as a deep connection to nature. Jemisha Maadhavji (b.1996) is an acclaimed artist known for her vibrant, pattern-rich portraiture. Her […]
