Arts Ambassador Louise Johnson reflects on SS Mendi, a powerful new production at Nuffield Southampton Theatres as part of the WW1 centenary art commissions 14-18 NOW. Image © The Other Richard, 2018
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From Politics graduate to a job in the Arts: Cameron Meldrum
After studying for a degree in Politics and International Relations, and becoming Vice-President Democracy and Creative Industries at SUSU for 2016/17, my internship with the Arts team has been the latest step in my journey… Continue reading From Politics graduate to a job in the Arts: Cameron Meldrum
Arts Ambassador Internship Reflection: Doria Wang
MA Fashion Marketing and Branding student Doria Wang look back on her time as an Arts Ambassador and considers how the internship has helped her understanding of British culture and helped shape her future too. Continue reading Arts Ambassador Internship Reflection: Doria Wang
Falling in love with ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ at NST City
The following week sees the return of A Streetcar Named Desire to its place of conception- NST City. Having toured the past couple of months the play has returned to its place of premiere. Arts Ambassador Gabi was lucky enough to see the show when it first hit the stage at the Southampton press night. Image: The Other Richard
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Sweet Tooth – Exclusive Interview with Elaine Mitchener
Arts Ambassador and BA International Politics student Shanelle Webb sat down with acclaimed movement and sound artist Elaine Mitchener following her performance of SWEET TOOTH and a panel discussion to explore the work’s historical and contemporary values. “They will remember that we were sold, but not that we were strong. They will remember that we were bought but not that we were brave.” William Prescott, 1937 (former slave). Image Credit: Brian Roberts.
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