Banging the drum for arts on campus
The drumming workshops at the Turner Sims Concert Hall are just some of the highlights of the day-long event at the University's Highfield and Winchester campuses on Friday 10 March. The day will showcase the diverse international nature of the University's arts venues on campus.
Also on offer are abstract painting sessions at the John Hansard Gallery, a lunchtime reception at the Winchester Gallery to mark an exhibition by Taiwanese performance artist Tsui-Kuan-Yu, and an evening performance of a reworked production of Anton Chekov's 'Three Sisters' at the Nuffield Theatre for just £1.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor Caroline Thomas said: "Opportunities to enjoy cultural activities are a key part of a student's university experience. Southampton is fortunate to have a rich and diverse cultural scene and I hope this event will encourage both staff and students to take part in something new and exciting."
The ArtsFest has been organised by the University in association with the four main University arts organisations, the John Hansard Gallery, Nuffield Theatre, Turner Sims Concert Hall and The Winchester Gallery.
Notes for editors
- You are invited to the Turner Sims Concert Hall on Friday 10 March at 10am when there will be a chance to take photographs of Deputy Vice-Chancellor Caroline Thomas joining students in a drumming workshop. Please contact Sue Wilson if you would like to attend.
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