This seminar looks at how putting new technology at the heart of redevelopment transformed a traditional arts centre into a media centre. Watershed Arts Centre in Bristol went through a dramatic process of digital innovation, research and workshops over a 2 year period to develop a new way to work more collaboratively with audiences, participants … Read more
The study reviewed the immersive and experiential learning programme for young people – Their Past Your Future (TPYF). It evaluated how direct engagement with people, places and objects impacted on a personal and societal level, and how it enhanced knowledge for young people and educational institutions. It also explored impacts on the Imperial War Museum … Read more
Exploring Interactivity and Personalisation, this article argues that arts organisations must become more relevant to emerging audiences or risk becoming obsolete.
As one of the culminating elements of the initial Family Friendly project with museums and galleries, a conference explored experiences and insights to date and latest thinking. This included a framework for family learning, interpretation and activities for families, developing family friendly resources, cross-team working between educationalists, marketers and curators, and evaluating family resources and … Read more
Alongside a capital programme and the accompanying new creative approaches to programming, the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum retains a commitment to its family friendly offer. Communicating the right information through clear channels prior to visits was seen as a priority, especially online, and resulted in new interactive content. The welcome on site was also … Read more
What makes a good arts ambassador? How useful can they be as a marketing tool for your organisation? How do you get started on recruiting ambassadors that will bring real benefits? With top tips and words of caution, this step by step approach to promotion and development through ambassadors will offer the tools you need … Read more
This family friendly film festival aimed to introduce new families to cultural venues which they may not have normally visited by creating an exciting, affordable holiday experience. Running from the 30th July – 5th August 2010, comprising 52 events at 20 venues in Greater Manchester. The festival showcased films and activities across twenty different arts venues around … Read more
Wirral Community Shakespeare was conceived as an eight month long reading project culminating in a run of free public performances of William Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale in Birkenhead Park. This case study takes the reader through the project process – which included artistic workshops with professional and experienced amateur actors, musicians and technicians – as well … Read more
This practical toolkit represents a snapshot of the research and profile raising work undertaken by the English National Youth Arts Network. It demonstrates how the arts can be used as a tool to consult with young people; showcasing practical examples and case studies from the cultural sector. It also signposts other useful resources for youth … Read more
Still widely used, this family friendly toolkit is designed to support arts organisations who want to make a commitment to families – making it easier for families to take part in the arts, as audiences and participants. Aimed at arts professionals and drawing on extensive research and interviews, it contains experiences and practical examples of good practice from many cultural organisations to … Read more