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16 February 2016
Ten books that changed the world
This year we are looking at how art can change the world, and literature's no exception.
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15 February 2016
Can literature improve our mental wellbeing?: Part 1
The University of Warwick has developed an online course investigating the relationship between literature and mental health. Their research looks particularly at whether literature can be used therapeutically to improve our mental wellbeing.
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15 February 2016
Creed
When I heard that Creed was going to be released, it was a huge fanboy moment for me. I absolutely loved the Rocky series. However, whilst I was excited, a part of me was worried; sequel's don't always deliver.
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13 February 2016
How to present your Gold Arts Award
When I first started my Gold Arts Award, my biggest concern was how to evidence all I was intending to do and present my work.
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12 February 2016
Deadpool
Marvel may have just solved their stale superhero movie problem
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11 February 2016
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child script release
The eight book in the Harry Potter series will be released this summer, it has been announced on Pottermore, J.K Rowling's official site for the series.
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10 February 2016
AfriCarmen by Tavaziva Dance
Salisbury, unlike other cities on a dark Tuesday night, seems quaint and uneventful. As I sat in the quiet and unassuming converted church turned Salisbury Arts Centre, I was unprepared for the power, intensity and energy of Tavaziva Dance.
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10 February 2016
Deja-view: Batman Begins and Iron Man
Are you bored of films repeating themselves? It's not just the endless remakes that are giving you a sense of filmic deja-vu, many films follow tried and tested formulas (no more so than superhero films). This month, it's Batman Begins and Iron Man.
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8 February 2016
Can art change the world?...with Jenny Hibberd and Emily Merchant
Georgie Cubin speaks to Jenny Hibberd (Spoken Word Poet, Graphic Deisgner and Founder House of Verse) and Emily Merchant (Graphic Designer) about the ways in which the arts can change the world.
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8 February 2016
Ten paintings that changed the world
Art extends beyond aesthetics and technique, it can affect and alter the world we know into something new and extraordinary.
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6 February 2016
Want my job...with Jackie Morris
Today is National Libraries day. We caught up with Gayton Library's Artist-in-Residence, Jackie Morris to discuss illustrating, writing, and finding the right editor.
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6 February 2016
Libraries aren't just for bookworms, they encourage the reader in everyone
Libraries are a melting pot of styles, genres and interest types. Where else can a young person really explore their love of reading, beyond the interests of their friends, family and the same old reading curriculum?
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5 February 2016
Arts Award North East Bridge Conference 2016
'Arts Award is the best thing we can do; it is a mechanism for unlocking the potential in anyone'. My Visit to the Arts Award North East Bridge Conference.
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5 February 2016
Competition brief: Can art change the world?
Until 30th April 2016, we're calling for art works that make a difference.
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4 February 2016
What goes on at...Life and Deaf
Last December, Life & Deaf won the Arts and Culture Award at Children and Young People Now Awards, sponsored by Arts Award. Their winning project What the Jackdaw Saw is a children's book that takes an inventive look at sign language.
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2 February 2016
Lego Star Wars: Force Awakens to launch 28th June
Think standing on Lego hurts? Wait until you stand on Kylo Ren's lightsaber!
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2 February 2016
Who did it better: Placebo or Lou Reed
In celebrating LGBT History Month, this album battle involves two fine LGBT rock legends, Placebo and Lou Reed. Which artist rules overall? Let the fight begin!