The Arts Will Go On
During the Corona Virus outbreak we will be offering projects, ideas and initiatives to keep your artistic juices flowing. We are also looking for ideas and suggestions to pass on to Elmbridge residents. If you have an idea, email and we'll try and make your idea happen.
Keep up to date with our partners:
Elmbridge Borough Council
Riverhouse Arts Centre
The Vera Fletcher Hall
The Barn Theatre Club, Molesey
Riverhouse Arts Centre YouTube Page
Daily Tips & Arts Updates
Click on link for details
21/05/2020
Art
A great project from artist Jenny Cave-Jones. Video details on how to participate can be found HERE
Project documents HERE
19/05/2020
Art
A fantastic new art project from Sophie Boyce.
Views From A Window
The aim is to draw or paint a view from a window, a subject that has inspired many artists over the years.
For project details click here
11/05/2020
A poem for these strange days written by Olivia Burgess, winner of the 'New World' 14-18 Short Story Category 2020 here
Check out what's happening remotely at Riverhouse Arts Centre.
Click here
VE Day commemorations here
04/05/2020
Before the current crisis, The R C Sherriff Trust, in partnership with Elmbridge Borough Council and Rivehouse Arts Centre were planning a River Festival on the 9 & 10 May that would have included an River Art Challenge. Sadly this has now been cancelled but here is an opportunity to see the remarkable Thames River Frieze created by members of the Rosebriars Art Group. For details click here.
04/05/2020
Art
Another great project from artist Imogen Andrews here
Revisit the remarkable Mt Felix Tapestry here
22/04/2020
Music
As part of The Trust's 2018 'A Remembrance of Things Past' project composer Jack Hurst took a poem written by Sam Thompson and put it to music. It was performed by Walton Voices and Jack has now posted it is support of the incredible work of the NHS and Care Workers during this crisis. See the video here
The other songs can be found here
Literary Arts
The audio of the winning short story in the Adult Category of the 15th Elmbridge Literary Competition can be heard here
Other audio readings can be heard here
21/04/2020
Music
Great drumming workshops from Inspireworksuk here
20/04/2020
Art & Crafts
Artist Sophie Boyce's Origami Project
To download instructions click here
To watch a video tutorials click here for Part 1 and here for Part 2
16/04/2020
Literary Arts
Readings from the very forts Elmbridge Literary Competition is 2005, the theme, 'Cook Up A Story'.
Part 1 here
Part 2 here
Part 3 here
15/04/2020
Art
Another piece of art from a member of the Rosebriars Art Group who have been working on a project remotely mapping a fantasy island or place incorporating feelings and favourite special places and exploring what memories make them happy, comfortable and safe.
9/04/2020
Singing
Thursday is The Rosebriars Over 60's Singalong day. Join in with a couple of old favourites here
Podcasts
Great podcasts for music lovers;
BBC's Soul Music
BBC's Mastertapes
Art
Members of the Rosebriars Art Group have been working on a project remotely mapping a fantasy island or place incorporating feelings and favourite special places and exploring what memories make them happy, comfortable and safe.
8/04/2020
Film
A trailer for what would have been today's Silver Screen Over 60's film SHANE
Audio-books
The latest free audio-book from Stephen Alexander. subscribe here
Music
Come and have a daily sing with the Rosebriars Over 60's Singalong group. Today's song is here
6/04/2020
Grants
The government is making £160 million of emergency funding available for individuals and organisations working in the cultural sector – including arts and performing arts - who will need it during this crisis. Find more information from Arts Council England.
Theatre
West End Musicals each weekend, starting with Joseph and His Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. Details here
Youth Arts
Every day from Tuesday 7 to Friday 10 April at 7pm we will be premiering the short films produced by the 2019 Rose Youth Theatre film course and their course leaders, Samuel Clemens and Andrew Davidson. Details here
Art & Craft
Artist Sophie Boyce's Easter Bunny Basket.
Video here
Download templates here
Music
On chance to perform in a choir with your whole family? It will be a perfect opportunity to come together, whilst staying at home. No prior experience necessary and you can sing your hearts out like no one can hear you! Details here
Theatre
For the first time, Chichester Festival Theatre is to stream a selection of its archive productions online, beginning with the musical Flowers for Mrs Harris from Thursday 9 April for the Easter weekend. Details here
3/04/2020
Great Listens
The Winner of the 2013 Elmbridge Literary Competition. A Radio Play by Heather Matthew telling the story of the weeks leading up to the first performance of Journey's End in 1928.
Part 1 here
Part 2 here
Music
On the 23 August 1955, R C Sherriff was Roy Plomley's guest on Desert Island discs. While the episode no longer exists, his choice of music and luxury are here
2/04/2020
Who was R C Sherriff?
Find out more here
From Journey's End to The Dambusters is Roland Wales' fascinating biography of one of the most successful playwrights, screenwriters and authors you've never heard of!
1/04/2020
Theatre
National Theatre at Home. Enjoy world class theatre while the National Theatre is closed. Details here
Things to Watch
Classic watches here
28/03/2020
Art
Easter Papercut by Artist Klara Smith. From The Riverhouse Arts Centre's YouTube Channel. Details here
The R C Sherriff Trust YouTube Channel is here
R C Sherriff Trust: Film
A short film throwback - The Joint Winner of The R C Sherriff Trust Silent Film Competition 2013: The Surprise Homecoming
To watch, click here
27/03/2020
Literary Arts
The Adult Category Short Stories & Poems winning, highly commended and commended entries in this year's Elmbridge Literary Competition are here
Literary Arts
Stephen Alexander's homemade audio-book of The Wind in the Willows.
Part Three here
26/03/2020
Literary Arts
Stephen Alexander's homemade audio-book of The Wind in the Willows.
Part Two here
Community Arts
Riverhouse Arts Centre YouTube Page Here
Music & Voice
A brand new project for musicians and singers, professional, amateur and beginners.
The Elmbridge Virtual Orchestra and Choir
Literary Arts
The 14-18 Year Old Short Stories & Poems winning, highly commended and commended entries in this year's Elmbridge Literary Competition are here
25/03/2020
Literary Arts
It's story time! Kids and adults are welcome to listen to Stephen Alexander's homemade audiobook of The Wind in the Willows.
Full first chapter here
Theatre
And if you want to watch a stage adaptation of The Wind In The Willows click here
Literary Arts
The 8-11 Year Old Short Stories & Poems winning, highly commended and commended entries in this year's Elmbridge Literary Competition are here
The 11-13 (Secondary School) winning, highly commended and commended entries in this year's Elmbridge Literary Competition are here
Singing
A medley of songs for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat courtesy of Christopher Goldsack, Promenade Choir
Main melody (sopranos and Junior Choir): Here
Lower voices (altos and baritones): Here
Final performance: Here
24/03/2020
Performing Arts
Watch theatre, opera and ballet on demand. For a free 30 day trial click here
Literary Arts
The 5-7 Year Old Short Stories & Little Rhymes winning, highly commended and commended entries in this year's Elmbridge Literary Competition are here
23/03/2020
Art & Crafts
More ideas from Emma Jones at Painting Our World in Silver
Click on the Project
Literary Arts
The Winning Entries for the Elmbridge Literary Competition 2019-2020 are here
Audible are making Children's stories free while schools are closed.
For details click here
KEEP YOUR SUGGESTIONS AND IDEAS COMING.
Email: arts@rcsherrifftrust.org.uk
20/03/2020
Film & TV
If you are feeling deprived of the arts and going stir crazy at home you could sign up for a free 7 day trial of Sky Arts on Now TV; you can watch films, documentaries and live performances along with series like Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year.
For details of the 7 day trial period click here
Art & Crafts
Wool Weaving - Emma Jones, Painting Our World in Silver.
For the Wool Weaving details Click here
Music
Choral resources for the Community - Christopher Goldsack & Promenade Choir. Click here
Theatre
Watch Broadway shows online for a limited time. Click here
Dance
Just because...it's breathtakingly brilliant. Click here