Creative Learning October 2017 - March 2018

Informal courses and workshops, learning and outreach

Creative Learning October 2017 – March 2018

SEE ART / MAKE ART

SEE ART / MAKE ART

Welcome to our October - March 2018 Creative Learning programme.

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Attenborough Choir, page 26

Painting landscapes in oil, page 7

A multi-sensory world, page 9

Creating fused glass pieces, page 29

Indian music appreciation, page 27

Starting in abstract painting, page 8

If you require information on any course or workshop please contact our friendly Front of House staff on: arts-centre@le.ac.uk or call: 0116 252 2455.

Book now!

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74 courses, 49 drop-in sessions, 21 workshops. Get creative now.

There is a growing understanding that taking part in the arts can have a positive effect on your wellbeing.

Participating in and observing the arts can improve physical and mental health - and if you’re well then the arts can keep you healthy too.

Our learning programme has a whole variety of activity to try, all of which are designed to be open to everyone, with no formal qualifications required. So whether you feel the need to pick up that old guitar gathering dust, or you’re just interested to learn more about the history of art, you can feel confident that our course, workshop or drop-in session will cater for you in an accessible, social and caring setting.

Our programme is taught by practicing artists who want to see you progress and enjoy yourself, but also remember how difficult it is to make a start. Everyone has it within themselves to be creative, so everyone can use art to improve their lives.

Make sure you keep an eye out for our brand new DeStress Festival programme led by Associate Director G Sian, both within this brochure, our events guide and the website.

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Explore, Create, Connect

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Visual Art

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Life Drawing

12 Sculpture 14 Gallery 18 Art History 2 1 Words 2 3 Kids & Families 2 5 Dance 26 Music 2 8 Jewellery Making & Craft 3 0 Try Something New 3 1 Creative Learning Planner 3 5 How to Book 3 6 How to Find Us

Our thanks to all the learners, tutors and artists for kindly giving us permission to use images of their work.

Every effort has been made to ensure all information is correct at the time of printing. However, we reserve the right to make amendments as necessary.

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The inspiration continues‌ Attenborough Arts Centre’s work is inspired

by Richard Attenborough, a world leading filmmaker, acclaimed actor, philanthropist and lifelong patron of the arts. Lord Attenborough was an inspirational talent and pioneering thinker, our founding 4

Join us in celebrating 20 years of Attenborough Arts Centre with the launch of our new Creative Learning programme.

patron and a hands-on man who helped establish our arts centre. Handing the patronage to his son Michael, we continue to follow Richard’s vision and his legacy striving to include everyone in great art, culture and learning.

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Open to all levels of experience Adults with a disability particularly welcome Pay as you go or book a number of sessions at once – it’s up to you

Adventures in art Tuesdays, 10am – 12pm £8.50 / £4.50 per session Guest Tutors A broad course based on the theme of natural items, designed for those who wish to find ways into art. Visual images and objects will be provided to inspire a variety of approaches using all sorts of materials.

3 October – 7 November TUTOR: Ellen Kemad 14 November – 19 December TUTOR: Dee Barnes 9 January – 6 February TUTOR: Austin Orwin 13 February – 27 March TUTOR: Leila Houston

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Visual Art A wide variety of visual art courses and workshops for you to learn new artistic skills or develop your existing talent

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Painting & Drawing

Problem and criticism Thursdays (fortnightly), 11am – 12.30pm

Drawing the portrait: A creative approach

5 October – 14 December

Mondays, 2 October – 11 December (except 16 October), 10am – 1pm £131 / £68 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Geoff Beasley

11 January – 22 March

A course that offers an opportunity for all learners of all levels to explore and investigate the many ways of drawing the face.

Painting problems: Focus on composition Wednesdays, 4 October – 13 December (except 18 October), 10am – 1pm £131 / £68 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Jenny Grevatte Create interesting and unusual paintings by focusing on composition. Learn how to tackle subjects including still life, landscape, the model, and abstract concepts.

Mixed media adventures: Exploring coast and countryside Wednesdays, 4 October – 13 December (except 18 October), 1.45pm – 4.45pm £116 / £66 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Peter Clayton Explore the use of a wide variety of painting and drawing media to express ideas inspired by the coastal and rural landscape.

12 October – 14 December

18 January – 22 March £53 / £28 for 6 sessions TUTOR: Diane Hall Join with other artists to develop your critical skills and become more confident in your ability to develop your own style. These friendly, supportive classes are devoted entirely to discussion and criticism of work done at home.

The six sessions are based around a focus and specific creative problems set by the tutor. You will be required to work outside of the class using your own materials, resulting in a number of pieces using a variety of materials and approaches.

Painting landscapes in oils Thursdays, 5 October – 14 December (except 19 October), 1.30pm – 4pm £131 / £68 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Jane French Let the sea, snow, skies, trees and more inspire and develop your oil painting techniques. Different themes will be studied each week, culminating in a final piece showcasing your new skills.

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Mixed media collage

Investigating drawing

Thursdays, 5 October – 14 December (except 19 October), 7pm – 9pm £83 / £53 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Stephen Coley

Tuesdays, 6.30pm – 9pm

An exciting and creative journey into the eclectic and colourful world of mixed media collage art.

Botanical drawing and painting Fridays, 10am – 1pm 6 October – 15 December (except 20 October) 12 January – 23 March (except 16 February) £121 / £71 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Georgia Danvers This course is designed to take the student through the whole process of observing, drawing, colour studies, compositions and preparing to achieve a final painting of the chosen subject.

Introduction to watercolour Wednesday 18 – Thursday 19 October, 10am – 4pm £61 / £41 for 2 sessions TUTOR: Maria Collingham Gain new skills and get to grips with watercolour and its practical application in a course that aims to demystify watercolour painting.

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24 October – 12 December 30 January – 27 March (except 13 February) £83 / £53 for 8 sessions TUTOR: Steph Knowles For the curious, the adventurous, the out of practise and those who simply want more drawing in their lives. The emphasis is on investigation over outcome, broadening your approach to drawing through experiment and sheer inventiveness. No particular experience necessary.

Starting in abstract painting Wednesdays, 29 November – 13 December, 6pm – 8pm £36 / £21 for 3 sessions TUTOR: Neil Freeston Learn how to form ideas for abstract painting and express yourself, creating concepts using a variety of mark making techniques.

Drawing and painting the portrait Mondays, 8 January – 19 March (except 12 February), 10am – 1pm £131 / £68 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Geoff Beasley Explore different ways of painting and drawing the human face.

Stop – Look – Make (Part of DeStress Festival) Mondays, 8 January – 19 March (except 12 February), 2pm – 4pm £103 / £53 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Darren O’Brien This friendly, supportive group takes us on a journey through art, nature and the sublime. Designed to sharpen the senses through exploring the art of looking, connecting and making via studio and field activities that support mindfulness and wellbeing. Includes outdoor activities and short local walks.

Painting problems: Pattern and texture Wednesdays, 10 January – 21 March (except 14 February), 10am – 1pm £131 / £68 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Jenny Grevatte A course for painters who want to experiment with elements of pattern and textural approaches by using various paints, collage, and mixed media methods.

Mixed media adventures: in artists’ footsteps Wednesdays, 10 January – 21 March (except 14 February), 1.45pm – 4.45pm £116 / £66 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Peter Clayton Be inspired by the ideas and work of artists past and present, to explore with an exciting variety of painting and drawing media and techniques.

Pen and ink Thursdays, 11 January – 22 March (except 15 February), 7pm – 9pm £83 / £53 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Stephen Coley Explore the use of pen and ink within art.

Push your artwork further and discover the work of other artists using this popular medium.

A multi-sensory world (Part of DeStress Festival) Mondays, 22 January – 19 March (except 12 February), 7pm – 9pm £103 / £53 for 8 sessions TUTOR: Carise Zangerle Murray Enter a world of creativity where you are seeing with your eyes, ears and hands. We will explore and create with textures, forms, sounds and colours. Suitable for all ages.

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Investigating drawing: three-day intensive Monday 12 February – Wednesday 14 February, 10am – 4pm £81 / £51 for 3 days TUTOR: Steph Knowles For the curious, the adventurous, the out of practice and those who simply want more drawing in their lives - three days of intensive workshops exploring key aspects of drawing with a view to developing, challenging and extending your practice.

No particular experience necessary.

Oil painting for beginners Tuesdays, 20 February – 20 March, 2pm – 4.30pm £83 / £53 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Maria Collingham Gain the confidence to acquire new skills in oil painting in a relaxed and supportive environment, perfect for beginners.

Creating patterns through nature Saturday 24 February – Sunday 25 February, 10am – 4pm £61 / £41 for 2 sessions TUTOR: Georgia Danvers Using artist William Morris as a basis, participants will use images, natural subjects or their own work to create patterns and designs.

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Adventurous watercolour Saturday 10 March – Sunday 11 March, 10am – 4pm £61 / £41 for 2 sessions TUTOR: Maria Collingham This course will foster an experimental approach to the surprisingly expressive medium and provide an opportunity for learners to push the boundaries and break the rules.

A self-portrait in oils Monday 26 March – Tuesday 27 March, 10am – 4pm £66 / £41 for 2 sessions TUTOR: Jane French Extend your knowledge and practice of oils, focusing on how to use tonal values and mark-making techniques to create striking self-portraits.

Life Drawing Independent life drawing Wednesdays, 6pm – 8pm 4 October – 13 December (except 18 October) 10 January – 21 March (except 14 February) Drop-in session £8.50 / £4.50 A self-led practice; come along and practice your life drawing in a supportive environment.

Life drawing

Life drawing: masterclass Saturday 2 December, 10am – 3.30pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Scott Bridgwood Push the boundaries of life drawing to produce expressive works of art. For those who wish to take their skills to the next level.

Life drawing course Fridays, 2pm – 4.30pm 6 October – 15 December (except 20 October)

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12 January – 23 March (except 16 February) £131 / £68 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Scott Bridgwood

17 March £41 / £23 TUTOR: Diane Hall

Practice and improve your life drawing skills on this ten week course, learning new techniques and developing your own style.

Saturdays, 10am – 3.30pm 18 November

Observe and appreciate the proportions and forms of the body and be able to express them in a creative way.

Concentrate on the body and how the shapes, mass, solidity and energy of the human form can be expressed in an exciting way.

Portraiture Saturday 25 November, 10am – 3.30pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Scott Bridgwood

Life drawing: for absolute beginners Saturday 24 March, 10am – 3.30pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Scott Bridgwood Gain the know-how and confidence to create your own life drawings, using a variety of media and having one-to-one teaching.

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Gain a better insight into the making of a portrait, studying and drawing from a live model in innovative ways. Use tried and tested methods to learn how to look at and depict the portrait step by step.

Suitable for all levels of ability.

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Sculpture Suitable for both beginners and those with previous experience looking to develop their practice.

Experiments in sculpture You can choose to do this course on Mondays or Thursdays, 6.30pm – 9pm 2 October – 11 December (except 16 October) 8 January – 19 March (except 12 February) 5 October – 14 December (except 19 October) 11 January – 22 March (except 15 February) £103 / £53 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Austin Orwin Develop ideas and experiment with form, initially through drawing and maquette making, before scaling up to create a finished sculptural piece. Learn a range of sculptural techniques through an ambitious approach to object making.

Sculptural ceramics Thursdays, 10am – 12.30pm 5 October – 14 December (except 19 October) 11 January – 22 March (except 15 February) £103 / £53 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Austin Orwin 12

Work in a very supportive environment to use a variety of sculptural techniques with a range of clays, considering form, space, shadow, balance and surface.

Pottery taster course Tuesdays, 24 October – 21 November, 2pm – 4pm £61 / £41 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Dee Barnes The perfect course if you are a beginner and want to experience the fundamentals of pottery-making through hand building.

Pots will be decorated, glazed and fired during the course.

Small scale character heads in clay Saturday 27 January, 10am – 4pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Austin Orwin A fun filled day working with clay to explore character and expression, using simple techniques to build up an imagined character head.

I m a g e : Austin Orwin, Sculptural Ceramics

Hand-built ceramics Saturday 17 – Sunday 18 February, 10am – 4pm £61 / £41 for 2 sessions TUTOR: Dee Barnes Great for those with basic pottery making skills who have had some time away from clay. Spend the weekend making your own vessel, dish or vase using simple hand building techniques.

WORKSHOP FOR 14+ YEARS (UNDER 16S WITH AN ADULT)

Introduction to sculpture Saturday 3 March, 10am – 4pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Austin Orwin Ever fancied being the next Henry Moore, or Barbara Hepworth? This introductory day may be just what you need to start things off and explore those hidden talents. This fun-filled day will focus on the generation of design ideas, practical exercises, and the techniques of maquette making. No experience necessary, just bring an enthusiasm to explore.

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GALLERY The home for contemporary art in Leicester

FREE ENTRY Opening hours: 10am – 5pm Monday to Saturday 12pm – 4pm Sunday

I m a g e : Laura Swanson

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NEW EXHIBIT ION S

WO R K S H O P S

Laura Swanson

FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES

Gallery 1 Saturday 8 September – Sunday 10 December FREE The first UK solo exhibition by American artist Laura Swanson. Swanson examines the behaviour of looking at physical difference, working across media including drawing, installation, photography, and sculpture.

She will present brand new especially commissioned artwork for this exhibition, including a major new photographic series, alongside recent work such as Swanson’s mixed-media series ‘Uniforms’ (2014 - 2015).

Claude Cahun Beneath this Mask Gallery 2 & 3 Saturday 8 September – Sunday 10 December

Sensory sculpture: masks and costumes Sunday 22 October, 12pm – 2pm £10 TUTOR: Gina Mollett Build your own mask or costume using cardboard, paper and fabric. Create characters through colour and texture and tell your very own story.

Art in focus: anthropomorphic objects Saturday 11 November, 10am – 3pm £21 / £13.50 TUTOR: Miriam Gill Inspired by the AAC’s major exhibition of Laura Swanson’s art, this workshop traces the presence of anthropomorphic objects in art, from Medieval Art to Surrealism.

FREE French photographer Claude Cahun (1894–1954) achieved posthumous fame for her elusive self-portraits in which she assumed multiple personae. Born Lucy Schwob, she adopted the pseudonym in 1917 to free herself from the narrow confines of gender. In these now famous images, Cahun anticipated the performative work of contemporary artists such as Cindy Sherman.

Batik collaged self-portraits Saturday 11 November, 10am – 3.30pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Andrew Wynne Inspired by the Laura Swanson exhibition, participants will use exciting combinations of collage and batik processes to create imaginative self-portraits.

This Hayward Touring exhibition is presented in collaboration with Jersey Heritage and was first exhibited at the Women of the World Festival 2015, Southbank Centre.

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K I D S A N D FA M I L I E S

L E A R N I N G A N D AC C E S S

Family workshops

Guided tours

Saturdays, 10 September – 9 December, 1pm – 3pm

First Wednesday of the month during the exhibition, 12.30pm – 1.15pm

FREE, book in advance or sign up on the day

FREE, booking advised

Explore themes, materials and ideas from the exhibition with our friendly learning team and expert artists. No experience needed.

Sensory suitcases These free fun lap-sized suitcases are jam-packed with tactile and multisensory objects linked to the exhibition, including our touch guides. Book for free at Front of House.

#artexplorers area Pop into our art explorers kids area for free drop-in activities to help guide you around the exhibition.

Join our curators for a deeper insight into the exhibition and the ideas behind it.

Group tours Book in advance so we can tailor to the needs of your group. Maximum 25 people in group, including assistants.

School tours Our new gallery has a fantastic programme of exhibitions that can unlock access to learning and culture in a new and engaging way for Leicester.

Keep in touch and subscribe to our free, termly learning newsletter, to find out about teachers CPD, artist talks, symposia, networking events, Arts Award support and lots more!

For more information or to book, please email arts-education@le.ac.uk or call 0116 252 2455.

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B A LC O N Y G A L L E RY Hosting four to six exhibitions each year, the focus is on artists living in the region who are connected to Attenborough Arts Centre through our Creative Learning programme or projects.

Attenborough Forum Debates & Lectures The Attenborough Forum is a space for anyone interested in critical discussion, art form development, continuing professional development, research and symposia, including artist talks.

Lewys Holt and Katherine Hall Thursday 9 November, 6pm – 7pm £5 Join dance artists Lewys Holt and Katherine Hall as they explore what it means to hide, dress-up or frame ourselves in society.

Discover new ways of looking at the latest exhibition through a choreographic duet that will uncover themes that lie behind the work.

Venue Hire Attenborough Arts Centre has a range of fully adaptable and accessible spaces including for hire, including the Diana Princess of Wales Hall and three studio spaces.

From only £15 per hour, you can hire spaces for performance, training, creative activities, rehearsals, workshops and meetings. We can provide highly experienced technical and staffing support for your event.

Contact us to discuss your needs and the costs involved. Contact the Venue Officer on 0116 223 1534.

Lewys and Katherine have previously created dance improvisations and performances as a duo locally in the Phoenix Cube Gallery and De Montfort Gallery, as well as Bristol’s Spike Island Gallery.

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Art History Understanding art: four major European artists Tuesdays, 2pm – 3.30pm £68 / £38 for 10 sessions

Giotto, Bosch, El Greco and Chagall 3 October – 12 December (except 17 October)

Van Eyck, Titian, Turner and Picasso 9 January – 20 March (except 13 February) TUTOR: Alan Caine Learn and discuss the impact of artists from four different countries, each recognised as significant in the tradition of European art.

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Art examined: angels and demons Wednesdays, 4 October – 8 November (except 18 October), 1pm – 3pm £43 / £28 for 5 sessions TUTORS: Miriam Gill, Conny Bailey and Ellie Pridgeon From the serene to the scary and scatological, angels and demons have been present in art from the earliest times to contemporary culture. Learn about their origins, significance and enduring appeal.

Exploring art: Australian art and its context

Art, power and conflict in later 15th century Florence

Wednesdays, 4 October – 13 December (except 18 October), 10.30am – 12pm £68 / £38 for 10 sessions TUTORS: Miriam Gill, Conny Bailey and Ellie Pridgeon

Wednesdays, 10 January – 7 February, 1pm – 3pm £43 / £28 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Katherine Taylor

Antipodean Art has ancient origins, a distinctive history and extensive influence. Explore and learn about the art of Australia in context: chronologically and thematically.

From Christus to Bosch: art, politics and culture in late 15th century Burgundy Wednesdays, 15 November – 13 December, 1pm – 3pm £43 / £28 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Katherine Taylor Trace the thriving civic culture and artwork created in Netherlandish towns and cities amidst the political turbulence during dynastic change in the Burgundian Lands.

Exploring art: makers and materials Wednesdays, 10 January – 21 March (except 14 February), 10.30am – 12pm £68 / £38 for 10 sessions TUTORS: Miriam Gill, Conny Bailey and Ellie Pridgeon Examine 10 different materials, seen through time. Learn about the materials and techniques of ancient and modern art, ranging from medieval monochrome to the pivotal rise of photography and the enduring appeal of glass.

Participants will consider the effects of war and political upheaval in 15th century Florence on the careers of Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo and their Medici patrons.

From Madrigals to Motets: music and culture in Elizabethan England Thursdays, 8 February – 22 March (except 15 or 22 February), 1pm – 3pm £43 / £28 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Katherine Taylor Was ‘Merry England’ myth or reality? How subversive was composer William Byrd?

We look for answers in the music, politics and culture of the time.

Art examined: Class and Status Wednesdays, 21 February – 21 March, 1pm – 3pm £43 / £28 for 5 sessions TUTORS: Miriam Gill, Conny Bailey and Ellie Pridgeon From the Renaissance to the revolutionary politics of the twentieth century, this course offers the chance to unpick the imagery of class and status in art.

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Shop

Christmas Craft Fair

Our shop, open 7 days a week, showcases some of the best local and British craft, art and design-led products.

FREE

The constantly changing collection includes cards, jewellery, ceramics, textiles, prints, original artworks, homeware, gifts, art materials and stationary. There’s something to suit all budgets and occasions!

Opening times: Monday – Friday 9.30am – 7pm

Saturday 28 October, 11am - 6pm We are very excited to be hosting our first one-day craft fair at the Attenborough Arts Centre. Over 40 exhibitors from as far afield as Glasgow, alongside local favourites, will be selling a wide range of beautiful things, including ceramics, jewellery, textiles, glass, paper, prints, paintings, wood turning, seasonal decorations, cards and gifts. Some makers will also be demonstrating. Come and shop for unique gifts or just a treat for yourself, just in time for the festive season.

Saturday 10am – 5pm Sunday 12 noon – 4pm

Shop take over: Balcony Gallery

(closed Bank Holidays and University closure days)

Wednesday 29 November – Sunday 7 January During the festive period we’re temporarily extending our shop range of art and craft into the Balcony Gallery, so don’t forget to pop up for a browse if you’re visiting us close to Christmas!

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Words Reading and thinking: Graham Greene Tuesdays, 3 October – 12 December (except 17 October), 7pm – 9pm £70 / £40 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Richard Gill Discuss the novels of the major 20th century writer Graham Greene, including The Power and The Glory, Our Man in Havana, The Quiet American and Travels With My Aunt.

Reading and thinking: Dostoevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov Tuesdays, 9 January – 20 March, (except 13 February), 7pm – 9pm £70 / £40 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Richard Gill Examine the themes of Dostoyevsky’s powerful 19th century work The Brothers Karamazov. Both a family saga and a spiritual epic, the novel explores crime, judgement, belief, morality and the importance of forgiveness.

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What you say about us!

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Attenborough Café The Attenborough Cafe is the perfect place to meet with friends at any time of the day. Enjoy our high quality coffees and teas from St. Martins Coffee, as well as a range of hot and cold food, with all recipes devised by the University’s award winning Executive Head Chef.

Afternoon Tea Special Monday – Sunday, 2pm – 5pm Any homemade cake and any regular hot drink for £3.25.

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“Keep on doing what you do.

You make the world a more beautiful place!”

“The cafe staff are helpful and the food tasty and fresh”

Kids & Families Creative kids – and their favourite grown-ups!

FOR 4 - 8 YEARS

Children contemporary dance Thursdays, 5 October – 14 December (except 19 October), 4.30pm – 5.30pm £43 for 10 sessions.

TUTOR: Sara Chirimini Get your children moving and loving dance. This course aims to embrace happiness, life and art! No previous dance experience necessary.

Sensory sculpture: musical instruments (Part of DeStress Festival) Sunday 4 February, 12pm – 2pm £10 TUTOR: Gina Mollett

Build and create your own musical instrument using a variety of materials.

Have a jam and make some noise!

FOR 8+ YEARS

Children’s yoga (Part of DeStress Festival) Monday 12 – Friday 16 February, 9am – 10am £22 for 5 sessions.

TUTOR: Kim Woods Introducing your children to yoga at an early age can help them learn healthy lifestyle habits and set the foundation for a fit future. Yoga helps to improve concentration, boost confidence and reduce the level of stress in children. This 5-day course will introduce your kids to the fundamentals to yoga in a fun and accessible way.

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We offer FREE workshops and performances for members of our Inclusive Youth Arts Programme.

Please note that the Inclusive Youth Arts Programme is for children and young people aged 0 - 18 years old with the most complex disabilities and needs.

ARTS AWARD We are an Arts Award Centre delivering all 5 levels of Arts Award.

YOUNG AMBASSADORS Are you aged 14 – 19 and interested in the arts?

Join our Young Ambassadors Group and help shape our work at Attenborough Arts Centre.

Our Ambassadors will... g Get free tickets to our shows g Organise activities and events for children and young people g Make new friends g Have fun and get creative g Achieve an Arts Award g Gain experience and skills Please contact our Learning team for more information on 0116 252 2455 or arts-education@le.ac.uk 24

For more information or to book a space, please contact us on 0116 223 1425 or arts-education@le.ac.uk or visit our website: www.attenborougharts.com

Dance Latin American dance 3 October – 12 December (except 17 October) 16 January – 27 March (except 13 February) £68 / £38 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Maggie Muñoz For beginners Tuesdays, 6pm – 7.30pm Get on your feet and have a go at this fun, energetic and exciting dance style. Improve your health, fitness and wellbeing. For adults interested in learning the basic skills, this informal course is led by an experienced dance facilitator and requires no specialist clothing or footwear.

Intermediate Tuesdays, 7.45pm – 9.15pm Enjoy Latin dance in its many forms and explore some of its more skilled aspects in styles such as salsa, merengue, cha cha cha, cumbia and reggaeton. This course is aimed at those with some experience of Latin American dance.

Social Tango Fridays, 6.30pm – 8.30pm £45 / £25 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Steph Knowles Encounter the rich culture of traditional social tango – worlds away from the glitz and glam of Strictly. Improve posture and balance, develop energy and connection, and dance musically and socially. No partner and no experience necessary.

13 October – 10 November 17 November – 15 December 12 January – 9 February 23 February – 23 March Book two or more blocks and save 10%

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Music

Jazz performance Mondays, 7.15pm – 9.15pm

Attenborough choir Mondays, 2pm – 4pm 2 October – 18 December (except 16 and 30 October) 15 January – 26 March (except 12 February) £73 / £38 for 10 sessions All-inclusive choir, no prior experience necessary. Enjoy being part of a friendly group where the emphasis is on having fun – a healthy tonic for budding vocalists.

Ideal for all ages, whether you already love to sing or want to find your voice.

Explore a repertoire of songs in a wide variety of styles and traditions, including musicals, popular classics, folk songs, part songs and comedy items. The singing is mainly in unison, with some simple partsinging, mainly learnt by ear, depending on the ability and number of participants.

No musical knowledge necessary.

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2 October – 11 December (except 16 October) 8 January – 19 March (except 12 February) £73 / £38 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Richard Everitt Gain confidence in your ability to improvise and develop your performance skills through a better understanding of scales, modes and chords. For anyone with an interest in jazz and reasonable proficiency on a musical instrument. To take full part in all aspects of the course you will need to read music or chord symbols, but those who play by ear are also welcome.

Indian music appreciation Thursdays, 7pm – 8pm £4 per session TUTOR: Sitar Music Society Discover the depth and beauty of Indian music with expert artists through monthly sessions. Learn to listen and appreciate the music from a new perspective by understanding its fascinating foundations and key features.

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Guitar playing Wednesdays, 4 October - 13 December (except 18 October) Wednesdays, 10 January – 21 March (except 14 February) £59 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Ketan Patel

Learn in a friendly group setting with a strong emphasis on ensemble playing.

No previous musical knowledge is required for either of the beginners’ level courses.

Acoustic guitar course: You will need to bring a guitar plectrum and preferably a steel strung guitar. The improver’s course is suitable for players with approximately 12 months experience including an understanding of basic rhythms in music notation.

Classical guitar course: You will need to bring your own nylon strung guitar, footstool and course book – please ask us for details. The improver’s level is suitable for players with approximately two years’ experience who can already read music.

Acoustic beginners 5.30pm – 6.30pm Acoustic improvers 6.30pm – 7.30pm Classical for beginners 7.30pm – 8.30pm Classical improvers 8.30pm – 9.30pm

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Jewellery Making & Craft Make your own silver jewellery Fridays, 1pm – 3.30pm 6 October – 15 December (except 13, 20 October) £126 / £75 for 9 sessions 12 January – 23 March (except 16 February) £140 / £83 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Kate Bajic Informal silver jewellery making sessions where you are welcome to bring your own projects, see demonstrations, learn new skills and receive guidance from a professional jeweller. Suitable for both beginners and improvers.

Silver jewellery for beginners Fridays, 10am – 12.30pm 6 October – 15 December (except 13 and 20 October) £126 / £75 for 9 sessions 12 January – 23 March (except 16 February) £140 / £83 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Kate Bajic An introduction to practical silver jewellery techniques such as piercing, hammering and soldering, with demonstrations and one to one help to encourage you to create your own stunning, wearable pieces.

Silver and copper jewellery Wednesdays, 25 October – 22 November, 6.30pm – 9pm £75 / £51 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Samantha Robinson Be inspired to design and create your own jewellery, adding textures and mixing metals. Use techniques including piercing, hammering, drilling, soldering and filing.

Suitable for beginners and improvers.

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Rings and cufflinks

Creating fused glass pieces

Saturday 18 November, 10am – 3.30pm £61 / £41 TUTOR: Kate Bajic

Tuesdays, 20 February – 20 March, 10am – 12pm £81 / £51 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Katherine Wilson

Learn how to make your own pieces using techniques including soldering, sawing, hammering, drilling, doming and filing. Suitable for both beginners and improvers.

Christmas wreath making Monday 27 November, 6pm – 8.30pm £15 TUTOR: Jasia McArdle Create a seasonal winter wreath ready to celebrate the winter solstice.

Join us for a 5-week course teaching the techniques of glass fusing and learn how to create pieces for you and your home.

Make a ring in a morning Saturday 3 March, 10am – 12.30pm £41 / £26 TUTOR: Kate Bajic This short workshop offers the chance to try your hand at making a textured silver ring in just a few hours. Great for beginners!

Star book Saturday 3 February, 10am – 3.30pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Phiona Richards Learn to create a beautiful 3D Star Book, perfect as a 3D photo album, ornament or festive gift.

Book of journeys Saturday 24 March, 10am – 3.30pm £41 / £23 TUTOR: Phiona Richards Come on an adventure, share a journey or create a visual story using blank postcards and mixed media techniques to make a book that holds them all.

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Try something new…

Be empowered, enlightened and rejuvenated with these courses and workshops offering something a little different.

Goodbye stress, hello laughter

Finding your voice

(Part of DeStress Festival) Thursdays, 11 January – 22 March (except 15 February), 6pm – 8pm £103 / £53 for 10 sessions TUTOR: Kirsty Munro

(Part of DeStress Festival) Saturday 3 March – Sunday 4 March, 10am – 5.30pm £66 / £41 for 2 sessions.

TUTOR: Mel Drake

Laugh your troubles away in this destressing, uplifting, fun-filled course. Learn rehearsal exercises, performance skills and relaxation techniques as you giggle those blues away.

An opportunity to research and develop the possibilities of the voice and therefore the self.

Beginners yoga (Part of DeStress Festival) Monday 12 – Friday 16 February, 10am - 11am £22 for 5 sessions TUTOR: Kim Woods Learn the fundamentals of Yoga, an ancient practice with origins stretching back thousands of years. Over 5 days participants will be introduced to breathing exercises and basic poses, preparing you to embark on more experienced classes or start your own home practice.

Interested in yoga for kids?

See our Children’s Yoga course (p. 23) 30

Discovering and researching the far-reaching qualities, emotions and expression held within the voice.

Visual Art / Explore, Create, Connect

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Mon

Drawing the portrait: A creative approach

02-Oct

11-Dec

10am – 1pm

7

Tues

Adventures in art

3-Oct

07-Nov

10am – 12pm

5

Wed

Painting problems: Focus on composition

04-Oct

13-Dec

10am – 1pm

7

Wed

Mixed media adventures: Exploring coast and countryside

04-Oct

13-Dec

1.45pm – 4.45pm

7

Thurs

Problem and criticism

05-Oct

14-Dec

11am – 12.30pm

7

Thurs

Painting landscapes in oils

05-Oct

14-Dec

1.30pm – 4pm

7

Thurs

Mixed media collage

05-Oct

14-Dec

7pm – 9pm

8

Fri

Botanical drawing and painting

06-Oct

15-Dec

10am – 1pm

8

Thurs

Problem and criticism

12-Oct

14-Dec

11am – 12.30pm

7

Wed-Thurs Introduction to watercolour

18-Oct

19-Oct

10am – 4pm

8

Tues

Investigating drawing

24-Oct

12-Dec

6.30pm – 9pm

8

Tues

Adventures in art

14-Nov

19-Dec

10am – 12pm

5

Wed

Starting in abstract painting

29-Nov

13-Dec

6pm – 8pm

8

Mon

Drawing and painting the portrait

08-Jan

19-Mar

10am – 1pm

8

Mon

Stop – Look – Make (DeStress Festival)

08-Jan

19-Mar

2pm – 4pm

9

Tues

Adventures in art

09-Jan

06-Feb

10am – 12pm

5

Wed

Painting problems: Pattern and texture

10-Jan

21-Mar

10am – 1pm

9

Wed

Mixed media adventures: In artists footsteps

10-Jan

21-Mar

1.45pm – 4.45pm

9

Thurs

Problem and criticism

11-Jan

22-Mar

11am – 12.30pm

7

Thurs

Pen & Ink

11-Jan

22-Mar

7pm – 9pm

9

Fri

Botanical drawing and painting

12-Jan

23-Mar

10am – 1pm

8

Thurs

Problem and criticism

18-Jan

22-Mar

11am – 12.30pm

7

Mon

A multi-sensory world (DeStress Festival)

22-Jan

19-Mar

7pm – 9pm

9

Tues

Investigating drawing

30-Jan

27-Mar

6.30pm – 9pm

8

Mon-Wed

Investigating drawing 3-day intensive

12-Feb

14-Feb

10am – 4pm

10

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Visual Art Life Drawing Sculpture Gallery Art History

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Adventures in art

13-Feb

27-Mar

10am – 12pm

5

Tues

Oil painting for beginners

20-Feb

20-Mar

2pm – 4.30pm

10

Sat-Sun

Creating patterns through nature

24-Feb

25-Feb

10am – 4pm

10

Sat-Sun

Adventurous watercolour

10-Mar

11-Mar

10am – 4pm

10

Mon-Tues

A self-portrait in oils

26-Mar

27-Mar

10am – 4pm

10

Sat

Life drawing

18-Nov

18-Nov

10am – 3.30pm

11

Wed

Independent Life Drawing

04-Oct

13-Dec

6pm – 8pm

11

Fri

Life drawing course

06-Oct

15-Dec

2pm – 4.30pm

11

Sat

Portraiture

25-Nov

25-Nov

10am – 3.30pm

11

Sat

Life drawing: masterclass

02-Dec

02-Dec

10am – 3.30pm

11

Wed

Independent Life Drawing

10-Jan

21-Mar

6pm – 8pm

11

Fri

Life drawing course

12-Jan

23-Mar

2pm – 4.30pm

11

Sat

Life drawing

03-Feb

03-Feb

10am – 3.30pm

11

Sat

Life drawing

17-Mar

17-Mar

10am – 3.30pm

11

Sat

Life drawing: for absolute beginners

24-Mar

24-Mar

10am – 3.30pm

11

Mon

Experiments in sculpture

02-Oct

11-Dec

6.30pm – 9pm

12

Thurs

Experiments in sculpture

05-Oct

14-Dec

6.30pm – 9pm

12

Thurs

Sculptural ceramics

05-Oct

14-Dec

10am – 12.30pm

12

Tues

Pottery taster course

24-Oct

21-Nov

2pm – 4pm

12

Mon

Experiments in sculpture

08-Jan

19-Mar

6.30pm – 9pm

12

Thurs

Experiments in sculpture

11-Jan

22-Mar

6.30pm – 9pm

12

Thurs

Sculptural ceramics

11-Jan

22-Mar

10am – 12.30pm

12

Sat

Small scale character heads in clay

27-Jan

27-Jan

10am – 4pm

12

Sat-Sun

Hand-built ceramics

17-Feb

18-Feb

10am – 4pm

13

Sat

Introduction to sculpture

03-Mar

03-Mar

10am – 4pm

13

Sun

Sensory sculpture: Masks and costumes

22-Oct

22-Oct

12pm – 2pm

15

Sat

Art in focus – Anthropomorphic objects

11-Nov

11-Nov

10am – 3pm

15

Sat

Batik collaged self-portraits

11-Nov

11-Nov

10am – 3.30pm

15

Tues

Understanding art: Giotto, Bosch, El Greco and Chagall

03-Oct

12-Dec

2pm – 3.30pm

18

Wed

Art examined: Angels and demons

04-Oct

08-Nov

1pm – 3pm

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Art History Words Kids Dance Music

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Exploring Art: Australian Art

04-Oct

13-Dec

10.30am – 12pm

19

Wed

From Christus to Bosch: Art, politics and culture in late 15th century Burgundy

15-Nov

13-Dec

1pm - 3pm

19

Tue

Understanding art: Van Eyck, Titian, Turner and Picasso

09-Jan

20-Mar

2pm – 3.30pm

18

Wed

Art, power and conflict in later 15th century Florence

10-Jan

07-Feb

1pm – 3pm

19

Wed

Exploring art: Makers and materials

10-Jan

21-Mar

10.30am – 12pm

19

Thurs

From Madrigals to Motets: Music and culture in Elizabethan England

08-Feb

22-Mar

1pm – 3pm

19

Wed

Art examined: Class and status

21-Feb

21-Mar

1pm – 3pm

19

Tues

Reading and thinking: Graham Greene

03-Oct

12-Dec

7pm – 9pm

21

Tues

Reading and thinking: Dostoevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov

09-Jan

20-Mar

7pm – 9pm

21

Thurs

Children contemporary dance

05-Oct

14-Dec

4.30pm – 5.30pm

23

Sun

Sensory sculpture: Musical instruments (DeStress Festival)

04-Feb

04-Feb

12pm – 2pm

23

Mon-Fri

Children’s yoga

12-Feb

16-Feb

9am – 10am

23

Tues

Latin American dance for beginners

03-Oct

12-Dec

6pm – 7.30pm

25

Tues

Latin American dance: intermediate

16-Jan

27-Mar

7.45pm - 9.15pm

25

Fri

Social Tango

13-Oct

10-Nov

6.30pm – 8.30pm

25

Fri

Social Tango

17-Nov

15-Dec

6.30pm – 8.30pm

25

Fri

Social Tango

12-Jan

09-Feb

6.30pm – 8.30pm

25

Tues

Latin American dance for beginners

03-Oct

12-Dec

6pm – 7.30pm

25

Tues

Latin American dance: intermediate

16-Jan

27-Mar

7.45pm – 9.15pm

25

Fri

Social Tango

23-Feb

23-Mar

6.30pm – 8.30pm

25

Mon

Attenborough choir

02-Oct

18-Dec

2pm – 4pm

26

Mon

Jazz performance

02-Oct

11-Dec

7.15pm – 9.15pm

26

Wed

Acoustic guitar: beginners

04-Oct

13-Dec

5.30pm – 6.30pm

27

Wed

Acoustic guitar: improvers

04-Oct

13-Dec

6.30pm – 7.30pm

27

Wed

Classical guitar: beginners

04-Oct

13-Dec

7.30pm – 8.30pm

27

Wed

Classical guitar: improvers

04-Oct

13-Dec

8.30pm – 9.30pm

27

Thurs

Indian music appreciation

05-Oct

05-Oct

7pm – 8pm

27

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Music Jewellery Making & Craft New

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Indian music appreciation

02-Nov

02-Nov

7pm – 8pm

27

Thurs

Indian music appreciation

07-Dec

07-Dec

7pm – 8pm

27

Mon

Jazz performance

08-Jan

19-Mar

7.15pm – 9.15pm

26

Wed

Acoustic guitar: beginners

10-Jan

21-Mar

5.30pm – 6.30pm

27

Wed

Acoustic guitar: improvers

10-Jan

21-Mar

6.30pm – 7.30pm

27

Wed

Classical guitar: beginners

10-Jan

21-Mar

7.30pm – 8.30pm

27

Wed

Guitar playing: Classical improvers

10-Jan

21-Mar

8.30pm – 9.30pm

27

Mon

Attenborough Choir

15-Jan

26-Mar

2pm – 4pm

26

Thurs

Indian music appreciation

01-Feb

01-Feb

7pm – 8pm

27

Thurs

Indian music appreciation

01-Mar

01-Mar

7pm – 8pm

27

Fri

Make your own silver jewellery

06-Oct

15-Dec

1pm – 3.30pm

28

Fri

Silver jewellery for beginners

06-Oct

15-Dec

10am – 12.30pm

28

Wed

Silver and copper jewellery

25-Oct

22-Nov

6.30pm – 9pm

28

Sat

Rings and cufflinks

18-Nov

18-Nov

10am – 3.30pm

29

Mon

Christmas wreath making

27-Nov

27-Nov

6pm – 8.30pm

29

Fri

Make your own silver jewellery

12-Jan

23-Mar

1pm – 3.30pm

28

Fri

Silver jewellery for beginners

12-Jan

23-Mar

10am – 12.30pm

28

Sat

Star book

03-Feb

03-Feb

10am – 3.30pm

29

Tues

Creating fused glass pieces

20-Feb

20-Mar

10am – 12pm

29

Sat

Make a ring in a morning

03-Mar

03-Mar

10am – 12.30pm

29

Sat

Book of Journeys

24-Mar

24-Mar

10am – 3.30pm

29

Thurs

Goodbye stress, hello laughter (DeStress Festival)

11-Jan

22-Mar

6pm – 8pm

30

Mon-Fri

Beginners yoga (DeStress Festival)

12-Feb

16-Feb

10am – 11am

30

Sat-Sun

Finding your voice (DeStress Festival)

03-Mar

04-Mar

10am – 5.30pm

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Soundbites FREE lunchtime Tuesdays, 12.45pm Enjoy lunch at the Attenborough Café and experience a variety of lively music.

Performances last no more than an hour.

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How to Book Online: www.attenborougharts.com Call us: to pay by debit or credit card on (0116) 252 2455.

Pop in: book over the counter.

Post your completed downloaded booking form from our website.

Add a cheque for the total made payable to ‘University of Leicester’ to Box Office, Attenborough Arts Centre, PO Box 138, Lancaster Road, Leicester LE1 7HA. Box office open Monday to Friday, 9.30am – 7pm, and one hour before all performances (closed Bank Holidays and university closure days on 22, 27, 28, 29 December, 1 January and 29 March).

Basic materials are provided, there may be additional costs on certain courses.

Booking policy: Bookings are dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis and only on receipt of the full fee. You are advised to book early. If the course / workshop you want is full, we can add your name to a waiting list for cancellations.

Age guidance: Our courses / workshops are most suited to ages 16+ years, unless otherwise stated. Younger people may be able to attend at the discretion of the tutor. Please contact us to discuss.

Cancellations: When a course / workshop is cancelled due to low numbers you will be given a full refund.

If you cancel your booking, we will refund the fee, less a 15% administration charge.

Please give us at least 7 days’ notice by email or phone before the course / workshop starts.

For full booking conditions and cancellations policy please go to our website.

Bookings open Monday 10 July 10am We do not charge booking fees.

Access: We are fully accessible to disabled people. We have:

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Disabled patrons requiring particular assistance are entitled to a free ticket to bring a personal assistant.

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Induction loop systems.

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Wheelchair accessible toilets.

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Four car parking spaces for blue badge holders.

A spacious adult changing facility with a height-adjustable changing bed, hoist and shower, made possible by funding from Leicester City Council’s Disabled Childrens’ services, mosaic: shaping disability services and the University of Leicester.

Free public wifi.

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People on income-related benefits such as job seeker’s allowance, disabled person’s tax credit and pensions credit guarantee Those on disability living allowance / personal independence payment, severe disability living allowance and incapacity benefit Unwaged dependents of those in receipt of certain concessions Students in full-time education.

Please provide proof of entitlement.

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How to Find Us

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We are only 10 minutes’ walk from the railway station, and 15 minutes’ walk from the City Centre

15 MINUTE WALK

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80 / 80a C A R PAR KING:

Railway Station (10 min walk to Attenborough)

Four blue badge spaces at Attenborough.

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New Walk Museum & Gallery

Fire Station

Victoria Park De Montfort Hall

War Memorial Free Parking evenings & Weekends (Medical Sciences Building)

B OX OFFI CE : 0116 252 2455 E M A I L : arts-centre@le.ac.uk W E B : www.attenborougharts.com TE XT RE L AY S E RVI C E : 18001 0116 252 2455

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