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Since 1977, we have helped communities and artists to create and explore art of all kinds – from music to writing, from drawing to dance. We aim to give everyone the chance to be creative, regardless of who they are or where they’re from.

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Express Yourself

Free creative courses for 13-17 year olds in Nottinghamshire. Meet new people, learn new skills and make art!

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Exhibition

You, Me and Autism Too

Dates of event: 16 Jan 2020 - 26 Mar 2020

In collaboration with the Institute of Mental Health, City Arts present an incredible exhibition of photographs by Colin Potsig. About the Exhibition More than one in a hundred people, of…

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Arts on Prescription

Art courses for people with depression, anxiety and/or other mental health issues.

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Workshop

Make your own Festive Wreath

Date of event: 16 Dec 2019 Event start time: 11:00am - Event end time: 1:00pm

Venue Address: City Arts, 11-13 Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FH

Design and make a Christmas wreath that looks great and smells divine! Brighten up your home and get into the festive spirit. Choose from an abundant range of materials to…

Music

Songwriter Sessions: Kaleidø, Mollie Ralph & Benjamin Zięć

Date of event: 18 Jan 2020 Event start time: 7:00pm - Event end time: 11:00pm

Venue Address: City Arts, 11-13 Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FH

The 'Songwriter Sessions' present a mix of accomplished local and touring acts. Each act will perform original music before speaking about their craft, the inspiration behind their music and their…

Family Friendly

Ages & Ages Tales – ‘Drip, Splosh, Freeze!’

Date of event: 26 Jan 2020 Event start time: 3:00pm - Event end time: 5:30pm

Venue Address: City Arts, 11-13 Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FH

Throughout the ages humans have relished tales of adventure, mystery, monsters, myth, and mayhem! This event is a unique chance to share stories across the generations. Join us every month…

Workshop

Line Drawn Portraiture Workshop

Date of event: 5 Feb 2020 Event start time: 5:45pm - Event end time: 8:00pm

Venue Address: City Arts, 11-13 Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FH

A workshop designed to help you improve or get started drawing portraits. We will guide you towards a new approach to portraiture. About this Event Whether you’re just starting out…

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Line Embroidery Workshop

Date of event: 12 Feb 2020 Event start time: 5:45pm - Event end time: 8:00pm

Venue Address: City Arts, 11-13 Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FH

A workshop designed to guide you through embroidering a line drawing onto a tote bag. We will get you started with embroidering linework. About this Event Embroider a line drawing…

Workshop

Sound Walk with Isabel Jones for people 55+

Date of event: 14 Feb 2020 Event start time: 1:15pm - Event end time: 3:15pm

Venue Address: City Arts, 11-13 Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 1FH

Join artist Isabel Jones for an audio-enhanced walk around Nottingham. Experience sounds and stories as you stroll. For people aged 55+ What is a 'Sound Walk?' 'Sound Walks' are a…

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