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March 1, 2016
ARTS in Skelleftea, Sweden
During the 22nd – 28th February, partners from the Alternative Routes to Success (ARTS) project embarked on the first transnational visit to Skelleftea in Sweden. You can find out what … “ARTS in Skelleftea, Sweden”
February 4, 2016
ARTS Launched!
Friday 29th January saw the official launch of Headway Arts’ European Project: Alternative Routes to Success (ARTS) with North East Member of the European Parliament Jude Kirton-Darling.
January 29, 2016
Erasmus A.R.T.S Launch
Friday 29th January saw the official launch of Headway Arts’ European Project: Alternative Routes to Success (ARTS) with North East Member of the European Parliament Jude Kirton-Darling. The event began … “Erasmus A.R.T.S Launch”
December 17, 2015
Coastal Revival Fund Success!
Headway Arts have been awarded a grant of £46,145 from the Coastal Communities Coastal Revival Fund. We are one of the 77 very lucky organisations from across the country to … “Coastal Revival Fund Success!”
December 5, 2015
Come on Down 2015
On Tuesday 1st December, we had groups from all over Northumberland and Tyne and Wear come down to us in Blyth to perform, support and share. Groups included Parkhead Centre, … “Come on Down 2015”
November 19, 2015
Conjunction Exhibition 2015
“Conjunction was an inspiring piece, documenting incredible work. The collection of words, pictures, photographs and video played with the soundscapes easily filled the whole environment, transporting me to all the … “Conjunction Exhibition 2015”
November 7, 2015
New Worlds
New Worlds is our Grants for the Arts – Arts Council England funded project.
October 22, 2015
Annual General Meeting
Join us for our Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 18th November at 3pm There will be boring legal stuff review of the year Conjunction installation tea and cake Please let … “Annual General Meeting”
October 18, 2015
Heroes and Villains Satellites Taster Day and The Big Draw
Are you or do you know a budding artist? We are looking for learning disabled people aged 16+, their carers, families and friends to attend our free event for The … “Heroes and Villains Satellites Taster Day and The Big Draw”
October 16, 2015
Conjunction
We are delighted to announce that our Conjunction exhibition will run from Monday 9th November to Thursday 19th November at Headway ArtSpace in Blyth. Part of our New Worlds project … “Conjunction”
October 15, 2015
Come on Down 2015
COME ON DOWN is the regional festival of performance and creativity for and by learning disabled people and now in its 10th year! Supported by Headway Arts and hosted by … “Come on Down 2015”
June 3, 2015
3 Shows and The Big Lunch
Satellites Performances Satellites have some scratch shows of work in progress on Monday 8th, Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th June. All the shows start at 2pm and will be … “3 Shows and The Big Lunch”
April 22, 2015
we made badges
Ann is wearing her badges made at our Satellites workshop yesterday which was a free taster day open to anyone interested in joining the group. Our next free taster day … “we made badges”
April 14, 2015
Satellites – free taster days April & May 2015
Inspiring creative and performing arts workshops for learning disabled people Satellites is for people aged 18 years and over who are learning disabled and • passionate about the arts • … “Satellites – free taster days April & May 2015”
March 24, 2015
March Dates For Your Diary
Arts Marketing Internship The deadline to apply for our arts marketing internship is 5pm on Friday 27th March. Visit our website for more information and details on how to apply. … “March Dates For Your Diary”
March 9, 2015
Celebrating 20 Creative Years: 31 March 2015
Join us in celebration of our 20th year – there’ll be tea, cake, art & entertainment! The event is free ~ donations are welcome 🙂
January 12, 2015
Satellites: inspiring creative and performing arts workshops for learning disabled people
We are offering Satellites taster week free of charge from Monday 26th to Thursday 29th January 2015 to give people the opportunity to experience just how beneficial our programme of … “Satellites: inspiring creative and performing arts workshops for learning disabled people”
December 17, 2014
Random Circus Skills
The fabulous Bell & Bullock will be joining us at Random to host an hour of circus skills, including stilt walking, plate spinning and unicycling! Circus Skills at Random will … “Random Circus Skills”
December 8, 2014
Amazing Sounds at Headway ArtSpace
London-based vocal trio Voice performed at Headway ArtSpace last Wednesday, and what a treat it was! You can see a little clip of the concert below, and you can see … “Amazing Sounds at Headway ArtSpace”
October 29, 2014
Voice visit Blyth
Voice, the outstanding female a capella trio are visiting Blyth as part of their Patterns of Love tour. On Wednesday 3rd December at 7.30pm, Voice, the engaging female vocal trio, … “Voice visit Blyth”
September 22, 2014
Coming Soon: The Big Draw 2014
Anyone can get involved in a giant draw-on-the-floor at Keel Row Shopping Centre in Blyth. When: Friday 31st October Start time: 11am End time: 4pm Where: Keel Row Shopping Centre, … “Coming Soon: The Big Draw 2014”
September 4, 2014
Stars Trek 2014
Seven Stars learning disabled theatre company are taking part in their annual sponsored walk on Thursday 18th September! The group will be walking from The Kings Arms, Seaton Sluice, to … “Stars Trek 2014”
July 8, 2014
Summer School for learning disabled people
Headway Arts proudly present Into the Unknown… A summer arts project for learning disabled people about dealing with change PLACES ARE NOW FREE thanks to the CNL Young People’s Fund … “Summer School for learning disabled people”
May 27, 2014
eBay for Charity
and how to donate to us Now that we are registered with eBay for Charity & PayPal Giving Fund anybody who would like to help us out with a … “eBay for Charity”
May 19, 2014
If you had a Tardis…
…when and where would you go? Andy: “New York and Las Vegas!” Kris: “To Yellowstone National Park to see the wolves, the volcano and yogi bear!” Darren: “To the Eastenders … “If you had a Tardis…”
April 1, 2014
Annual General Meeting 2014
We’d like to invite you to our AGM on Tuesday 29th April at 3.30pm, featuring:Loose Ends Arts & Well-being ExhibitionMismatch CollectiveSeven Stars in their adaptation of cult classic ‘Nosferatu’And we’ll … “Annual General Meeting 2014”
March 3, 2014
Loose Ends Exhibition
Loose Ends: a visual exhibition exploring colour, hopefulness and the things that make us happy. 10th – 21st March 2014 at Ashington Library during normal library opening hours 29th April … “Loose Ends Exhibition”
February 25, 2014
Creative Arts Courses for Teachers, Youth Workers and Educators
Our 2015 courses offer an exciting opportunity for organisations to develop the skills and competencies of their staff, adding a European dimension to their work and building their overall capacity. … “Creative Arts Courses for Teachers, Youth Workers and Educators”
February 24, 2014
Community Arts Administration Apprenticeship – deadline extended
The deadline for the Creative Apprenticeship has been extended to Friday 28th February. Job details here: http://bit.ly/1dBFmts
February 11, 2014
Open Meeting: Word War I
Headway Arts and Aspire 2 Achieve are planning an event this year to raise awareness of the First World War. 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the War, and together … “Open Meeting: Word War I”
February 10, 2014
Community Arts Administration Apprenticeship
We’re looking for a Community Arts Administration Apprentice! Headway Arts in Partnership with Northumberland Arts Development and Northumberland Youth Service are offering a 1 Year Creative Apprenticeship in Community Arts … “Community Arts Administration Apprenticeship”
February 4, 2014
STARLIGHT – A SEVEN STARS BLOG: Without A Cluedo
STARLIGHT – A SEVEN STARS BLOG: Without A Cluedo: Seven Stars have been working on a new show in between their film work – Without A Cluedo. Welcome Peacock, Mustard, … “STARLIGHT – A SEVEN STARS BLOG: Without A Cluedo”
January 20, 2014
Arts and well-being workshops
Bait project are funding 5 pilot projects which are running across South East Northumberland, supporting people to take part in the arts. 3 sessions are open to anyone, particularly if … “Arts and well-being workshops”
December 12, 2013
Tombolaaaaaa
Look what you could win from our tombola today at our Christmas Creative Cafe! Come along between 1pm & 3pm – 5 tickets for £1! Headway ArtSpace is at the … “Tombolaaaaaa”
December 11, 2013
Christmas Creative Cafe…sneak peek
Our Christmas Creative Cafe runs tomorrow from 1pm to 3pm at Headway ArtSpace, Blyth. Seven Stars will be selling handmade Christmas cards and decorations from their Seven Stars Bazaar. Pop … “Christmas Creative Cafe…sneak peek”
December 10, 2013
Christmas Creative Cafe
Come along to our Christmas Creative Cafe on Thursday 12th December between 1pm & 3pm. There’ll be hot tea & coffee, mince pies, a tombola, and Seven Stars will be … “Christmas Creative Cafe”
We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of all our funders which recently includes:
