(Other people) thinking about cultural democracy
This is a quick post to let people know that Alison Jeffers’ and Gerri Moriarty’s book about the first 20
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‘It’s given us permission to play, to take part, to engage.’
‘A Fun Palace is not a fete. It’s not about coming along and having a lovely time. It’s not audience
Why are there so few books about community art?
There are very few books about community art in Britain, despite its 50 year history. The key texts are: 1978, Artists
Keep your eyes on the prize, hold on
In A Restless Art (the book, not the blog) I argue that participation has become normalised in cultural policy and
‘‘I didn’t realise I had so much to say until we began this conversation.’
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Be SpectACTive!
Be SpectACTive! describes itself as ‘a European project based on audience development, involving some of the most innovative European organizations working
The complexities of socially-engaged art practice
‘What are our motives? How do we make sure this isn’t just about us as artists and what we want?
‘Just watch, and listen, and take in their story.’
Don’t feel guilty. Don’t feel sorry. Don’t look away. Just watch, and listen, and take in their story. This Is
‘It’s not a fixed or ready-made thing’
Multistory is a small art organisation based in Sandwell, an urban borough west of Birmingham that was once a cradle
‘I hope it was a slight jolt for the public.’
We’re here Choked by this #Somme100 commemoration. At a time when being British makes little sense, just beautiful. #wearehere Tweet
