Upcoming events

Performing Arts and Health Symposium

Wed 8 September 9.15am - 3.45pm

The day will introduce performing artists to the health arena. It will offer taster workshops in understanding the different elements of the health sector and how performers are actively making a living within this industry.

Pitch Perfect 3: Public Speaking Surgeries

Tue 14 September

This is an opportunity for arts leaders to test their presentation skills and public speaking techniques with a panel of experts who will share their expertise and offer advice, at no cost to you or your organisation.

Re-focus: How do we measure value in relation to an audiences experiences?

Thu 16 September 11am - 5.30pm

How do you look beyond the financial transaction to understand your organisation’s value in relation to audiences’ experiences whilst at the same time adopting an agile approach to ensure the stability of your organisation in the face of a stark future?

Beyond 2010 - Harnessing the influence of social media

Mon 20 September 9am - 5pm

An exclusive conference for all business decision-makers interested in harnessing the power of social media to raise awareness, enhance engagement and ultimately drive revenue.

Get Sorted 2: Budgeting and Fundraising for Youth Arts Projects

Thu 23 September 10am - 4.15pm

This one-day training course is aimed at organisations and individuals who already have an idea for a youth arts project but are unsure on how to finance it.

Sense & Accessibility: marketing effectively to Deaf and disabled audiences

Tue 28 September 12 noon - 4pm

This seminar looks at opening out your organisation’s work to a wider audience by making it more accessible, and making sure that your message is getting out there.

PROTECT: Online and Social Media Information Event for the Youth Arts Sector

Thu 30 September 10am - 2pm

ENYAN (English National Youth Arts Network) is delivering this event in partnership with Action Transport Theatre, to present vital information on e-safety and the use of social media when working with young people.

Museums Association Conference & Exhibition 2010

Mon 4 October to Wed 6 October

The Museums Association Annual Conference and Exhibition is the main event for museum professionals.

A way with words – Writing creative and persuasive copy

Tue 12 October and 4 more

This workshop will help you explore how to make the story the most convincing using a natural, compelling style and think about using your individual voice within the context of your organisation's brand.

Sustaining Museums, Sustaining Communities

Thu 14 October to Fri 15 October

This year's LitHouses conference will take place at The Wordsworth Trust, Grasmere on Thursday 14 and Friday 15 October. Renaissance North West is bringing together a number of contributors under the umbrella of 'Buildings and Collections'.