{"id":2298,"date":"2020-05-28T17:27:16","date_gmt":"2020-05-28T16:27:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/?page_id=2298"},"modified":"2021-05-10T12:17:30","modified_gmt":"2021-05-10T11:17:30","slug":"open-day","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/open-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Home of Creativity: Arts and Culture at University of Southampton"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On this page dedicated to the <a href=\"https:\/\/app.geckoform.com\/public\/?_gl=1*8w0idi*_ga*MTA3NjcwNTEzMi4xNjE5NTM1OTk0*_ga_51YK64STMR*MTYyMDY0NDUzNy43LjEuMTYyMDY0NDU3My4yNA..#\/modern\/FOEU0232glpFECnW\">First Look Virtual Event<\/a> taking place on 15 May, you\u2019ll find a snapshot of the cultural opportunities available to you when you study at University of Southampton.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-background has-dark-gray-color has-light-gray-background-color wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Got a question? Join us at the <\/strong><em><strong>Exploring Your New Home: Discovering Our Cities and Campuses&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><strong>session at 12pm to hear from us, student ambassadors, and to ask us more.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"660\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xzk28T4BlO4?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Footage taken prior to Covid-19<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Welcome to Southampton, your Home of Creativity. <\/strong><br><br>Arts, culture and creativity are at the heart of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\">University of Southampton<\/a><\/strong> experience, whether in supporting your studies or offering a range of activities to enjoy in your down time, with world-renowned music and arts venues found alongside numerous creative communities.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Creativity and the arts are for everyone<\/strong>, whatever your chosen subject area or whatever your prior experience, and we are here to show you how connecting with culture can help you thrive during your time at University.&nbsp;<br><br>Discover opportunities to&nbsp;<strong>relax, explore, meet with friends, take part, showcase&nbsp;<\/strong>and<strong>&nbsp;expand your skills<\/strong> with&nbsp;<strong>Arts at University of Southampton: Home of Creativity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Relax<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-1.png?resize=660%2C329&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-1.png?w=902&amp;ssl=1 902w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-1.png?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-1.png?resize=768%2C383&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>Gerhard Richter, 4900 Farben (Version I), ARTIST ROOMS: Gerhard Richter, John Hansard Gallery, 2018. Credit: Steve Shrimpton<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking time-out from your studies is <strong>important for your wellbeing<\/strong>. <strong>Getting creative<\/strong> or absorbing yourself in the arts can be a <strong>great way to wind down<\/strong> and <strong>escape the everyday<\/strong>. Immerse yourself in sound with <strong>free student ticket schemes<\/strong> at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\">Turner Sims<\/a><\/strong>, our renowned concert hall at Highfield campus. While away an hour or two at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jhg.art\">John Hansard Gallery<\/a><\/strong> with <strong>free, ground-breaking exhibitions<\/strong>. Be entertained by <strong>rip-roaring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/opportunities\/categories\/performing-arts\">student theatre<\/a> productions<\/strong> at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/places\/\">The Annex Theatre<\/a><\/strong>. There are activities for everyone so come join us, sit back and relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Explore<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-2.png?resize=660%2C329&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-2.png?w=902&amp;ssl=1 902w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-2.png?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-2.png?resize=768%2C383&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>Drumming Masterclass with Nate Smith, Graham Russell Drums, at Turner Sims. Credit: Dan Todd<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discover <strong>cutting-edge artistic ideas<\/strong>, encounter <strong>new and diverse perspectives<\/strong> and <strong>broaden your cultural horizons<\/strong>. Whatever your subject, creativity and the arts are the <strong>perfect complement to your studies<\/strong>, providing you with the opportunity to uncover new experiences. See the latest in innovative design trends at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/wsa\/index.page?\">Winchester School of Art Degree Shows<\/a><\/strong>, watch musicians from around the world dazzle on stage at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\">Turner Sims<\/a><\/strong>, or open your mind at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/entropicsblog.wordpress.com\">an experimental poetry evening<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Meet with Friends<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-3.png?resize=660%2C329&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-3.png?w=902&amp;ssl=1 902w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-3.png?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-3.png?resize=768%2C383&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>Preview of Haroon Mirza\u2019sWaves and Forms, John Hansard Gallery, 2019. Courtesy hrm199. Credit: Paul Gonella<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are looking to meet new people or spend time with old friends, <strong>sharing cultural experiences and getting creative with fellow students<\/strong> can be a <strong>great way to connect and develop lasting friendships<\/strong>. You could join a creative community in one of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/opportunities\/categories\/art-music-and-film\">Student Union\u2019s creative clubs and societies <\/a><\/strong>or take advantage of the remarkable art on offer within the University itself. <strong>Free student ticket schemes<\/strong> can unlock spellbinding musical evenings for you and your friends with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\">Turner Sims<\/a><\/strong>, or <strong>free entry<\/strong> to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jhg.art\">John Hansard Gallery<\/a> <\/strong>in the city centre provides a great day out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take Part<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-4.png?resize=660%2C330&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-4.png?w=900&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-4.png?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-4.png?resize=768%2C384&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>Southampton University Symphony Orchestra playing at Turner Sims. Credit: Molly Ellis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">University is a great time for trying out new things and finding your passion, so <strong>get hands-on<\/strong>, <strong>experiment<\/strong> and <strong>have a go<\/strong>. The University\u2019s arts venues regularly run <strong>workshops<\/strong>, <strong>drop-in activities <\/strong>and <strong>taster sessions<\/strong> open for all to enjoy. If you\u2019re itching to get creative, why not take your housemates along to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jhg.art\/engagement\/\">free <\/a><\/strong><em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jhg.art\/engagement\/\">Space to Create<\/a><\/strong><\/em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jhg.art\/engagement\/\"> sessions<\/a> <\/strong>regularly held at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jhg.art\">John Hansard Gallery<\/a><\/strong> in the heart of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitsouthampton.co.uk\/guildhall-square-cultural-quarter\">Southampton\u2019s Cultural Quarter<\/a><\/strong>? How about showing off your moves with a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/opportunities\/categories\/performing-arts?find=dance\">student dance society<\/a><\/strong>? If you play an instrument or like to sing, join in with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/opportunities\/categories\/performing-arts\">SUSU\u2019s music societies<\/a><\/strong> and you might even find yourself performing on stage at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\">Turner Sims<\/a> <\/strong>before too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Showcase<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"309\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-5.png?resize=660%2C309&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-5.png?w=902&amp;ssl=1 902w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-5.png?resize=300%2C140&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-5.png?resize=768%2C359&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>SUSU\u2019s Light Opera Society performing Princess Ida in the Annex. Credit: Thomas Joy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Show off your artistic talents<\/strong> and <strong>take centre stage <\/strong>here at Southampton. With opportunities to work with our <strong>professional arts venues<\/strong> alongside <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/opportunities\/societies\">over 50 creative student societies<\/a> <\/strong>spanning performing arts, visual art, music, media and film, there are endless possibilities for <strong>showcasing your abilities<\/strong>. Be the star of a sell-out musical production with musical theatre society <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/groups\/showstoppers\">Showstoppers<\/a><\/strong>, audition with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.susu.org\/groups\/symphony-orchestra\">Southampton University Symphony Orchestra<\/a><\/strong> and be part of a <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/suso.susu.org\/index.php\/100th-anniversary\/\">100 year history<\/a><\/strong>, or build your confidence and join a community choir with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/lifelonglearning\/music\/community_choir.page\">University of Southampton Voices<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/lifelonglearning\/music\/community_choir.page\">.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Expand Your Skills&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-6.png?resize=660%2C329&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-6.png?w=900&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-6.png?resize=300%2C149&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/09\/Picture-6.png?resize=768%2C382&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>Student Arts Ambassadors with Sir Nicholas Serota, Chair, Arts Council England, at the opening of John Hansard Gallery, 2018<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kick start your&nbsp;career&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong>creative work experience&nbsp;and&nbsp;skills development<\/strong> with the University\u2019s Arts team. Join our growing community of writers and share your ideas, reviews and opinion pieces on our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/arts-uni-southampton.org.uk\">Arts Blog<\/a><\/strong>. <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/eepurl.com\/chdHuz\">Sign up to our newsletter<\/a> <\/strong>to hear about opportunities with us, such as becoming a<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/arts-uni-southampton.org.uk\/?s=arts+ambassador\">student Arts Ambassador <\/a><\/strong>and working to share the story of Southampton\u2019s brilliant, dynamic and diverse cultural scene. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\">Turner Sims<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jhg.art\">John Hansard Gallery<\/a> <\/strong>also provide opportunities for Southampton students to gain <strong>cultural work experience<\/strong> at their world-renowned venues, so stay tuned to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/arts.uni.southampton\">their newsletters<\/a><\/strong> for the latest opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Did you know&#8230; ?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/JHG-Haroon-Mirza-Thierry-Bal-3.jpg?resize=660%2C440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/JHG-Haroon-Mirza-Thierry-Bal-3.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/JHG-Haroon-Mirza-Thierry-Bal-3.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/JHG-Haroon-Mirza-Thierry-Bal-3.jpg?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/JHG-Haroon-Mirza-Thierry-Bal-3.jpg?w=1320&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/JHG-Haroon-Mirza-Thierry-Bal-3.jpg?w=1980&amp;ssl=1 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In 2021, the City of Southampton is bidding for UK City of Culture 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>University of Southampton<\/strong> is proud to be a <strong>partner<\/strong> for Southampton\u2019s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.gov.uk\/news\/article.aspx?id=tcm:63-424753\">UK City of Culture bid<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is an exciting time to be in Southampton<\/strong> with lots of activity taking place as part of the city\u2019s journey to bid for this prestigious title<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If <strong>arts<\/strong>, <strong>culture<\/strong> and <strong>creativity<\/strong> are for you, come and join us and be part of this unique experience<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">John Hansard Gallery: Contemporary Visual Art in <strong>Southampton\u2019s Cultural Quarter<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/LO-RES-10.02.20-Larry-Achiampong-When-the-Sky-Falls-64-e1592402194669-1024x682.jpg?resize=660%2C440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"John Hansard Gallery at Studio 144, with exterior artwork by Larry Achiampong, PAN AFRICAN FLAG FOR THE RELIC TRAVELLERS' ALLIANCE (MOTION), 2019-20. Photo: Reece Straw\" class=\"wp-image-2307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/LO-RES-10.02.20-Larry-Achiampong-When-the-Sky-Falls-64-e1592402194669.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/LO-RES-10.02.20-Larry-Achiampong-When-the-Sky-Falls-64-e1592402194669.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/LO-RES-10.02.20-Larry-Achiampong-When-the-Sky-Falls-64-e1592402194669.jpg?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/LO-RES-10.02.20-Larry-Achiampong-When-the-Sky-Falls-64-e1592402194669.jpg?w=1233&amp;ssl=1 1233w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>John Hansard Gallery at Studio 144, with exterior artwork by Larry Achiampong,&nbsp;<em>PAN AFRICAN FLAG FOR THE RELIC TRAVELLERS\u2019 ALLIANCE (MOTION)<\/em>, 2020. Credit: Reece Straw<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jhg.art\/\"><strong>John Hansard Gallery<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<strong>is part of the University of Southampton and one of the UK\u2019s leading contemporary art galleries, presenting art by outstanding artists from across the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The gallery plays a dynamic role in the cultural life of the University, the city and the region, with<strong>&nbsp;free entry<\/strong>&nbsp;to <strong>exhibitions<\/strong>,<strong> events<\/strong>, <strong>screenings<\/strong>, <strong>workshops<\/strong>, <strong>gigs<\/strong> and more. There is always something going on at John Hansard Gallery!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alongside neighbours&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.city-eye.co.uk\/\"><strong>City Eye<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southamptoncityartgallery.com\/\"><strong>Southampton City Art Gallery<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.solent.ac.uk\/showcase\"><strong>Solent Showcase<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/seacitymuseum.co.uk\/\"><strong>SeaCity Museum<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayflower.org.uk\/\"><strong>Mayflower Theatre<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/academymusicgroup.com\/o2guildhallsouthampton\/\"><strong>O2 Guildhall<\/strong><\/a>, the gallery is part of Southampton\u2019s vibrant Cultural Quarter, packed full of live music venues, theatres, galleries, museums, bars, cafes and restaurants. All this<strong> just a walk or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unilinkbus.co.uk\">bus ride<\/a> away from our campuses<\/strong>, and in the same neighbourhood as much of our city centre <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/uni-life\/accommodation.page\">student accommodation<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"660\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5Ct4cwZB_ys?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=6&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption>Student Arts Ambassadors attend a John Hansard Gallery exhibition preview<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Hansard Gallery compliments your University studies by providing you with the opportunity to explore <strong>cutting-edge creative ideas<\/strong> and <strong>push the boundaries <\/strong>of your understanding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you start at Southampton, a visit to John Hansard Gallery should be at the top of your to-do list. Many members of the gallery team are <strong>University of Southampton alumni<\/strong>, and they are all University of Southampton staff. The team look forward to <strong>welcoming you and supporting you<\/strong> on your Southampton journey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more on the<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/jhg.art\/\"><strong>John Hansard Gallery website<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jhg.art\/\">.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4e3; <strong>Hear from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/arts-uni-southampton.org.uk\/2019\/04\/05\/introducing-christopher-amedu-john-hansard-gallery-marketing-intern\/\">Christopher Amedu<\/a>, Law Graduate and former Marketing Intern at John Hansard Gallery&#8230;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><em><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-2380\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-1.png?resize=195%2C195&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"195\" height=\"195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-1.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-1.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-1.png?w=346&amp;ssl=1 346w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 195px) 100vw, 195px\" \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cMy aspiration has been to spread increased awareness and knowledge of activity at John Hansard Gallery to new audiences. <\/em><em><strong>I\u2019ve always loved art and music<\/strong>; I am a pianist, music producer and songwriter. During my Law degree, after revision, I would often go to the music rooms and make songs on Logic Pro X \u2013 sometimes till late in the evening.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Turner Sims: Inspiring Live Music on Campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2021\/04\/Voyages-of-the-Heart_RachelAdams_098.jpg?resize=660%2C440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2021\/04\/Voyages-of-the-Heart_RachelAdams_098.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2021\/04\/Voyages-of-the-Heart_RachelAdams_098.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2021\/04\/Voyages-of-the-Heart_RachelAdams_098.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2021\/04\/Voyages-of-the-Heart_RachelAdams_098.jpg?w=1320&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2021\/04\/Voyages-of-the-Heart_RachelAdams_098.jpg?w=1980&amp;ssl=1 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>Voyages of the Heart at Turner Sims, March 2021. Credit: Rachel Adams<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\/\"><strong>Turner Sims<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;is part of the University of Southampton and one of the UK\u2019s leading live music venues.<\/strong><br><br>Turner Sims is situated on the University\u2019s Highfield Campus. The location of the concert hall in the <strong>middle of campus<\/strong> allows students to <strong>relax with inspiring music<\/strong> as part of their daily routine, accessing world-class musicians through&nbsp;Turner Sims\u2019&nbsp;<strong>free ticket schemes<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>discounted student rates<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turner Sims welcomes renowned artists such as&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.porticoquartet.com\/\"><strong>Portico Quartet<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/seanshibe.com\/\"><strong>Sean Shibe<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.jessgillamsax.co.uk\/\"><strong>Jess Gillam<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cassiekinoshi.com\/seed-ensemble\"><strong>SEED Ensemble<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/chiaroscuroquartet.com\/\"><strong>Chiaroscuo Quartet<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;as part of their promoted concert season, and you can expect to discover everything from <strong>New York jazz<\/strong> to <strong>virtuoso classical musicians<\/strong>, from<strong> traditional folk bands<\/strong> to <strong>Malian rock guitarists<\/strong>, as well as collaborations with University departments on regular events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"660\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qTFIuCpgAHo?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption>&#8220;I don&#8217;t think I could tell you any university experience, as a Music student, that has a venue such as this.&#8221;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re hoping to study with the University\u2019s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/music\/index.page\">Music department<\/a><\/strong>, you will be spending a lot of time at Turner Sims, making the most of the concert hall\u2019s <strong>incredible acoustics<\/strong>. Turner Sims works hand-in-hand with the Music department and, as such, new Music students can look forward to <strong>regular opportunities for rehearsal and performance<\/strong> on the concert hall\u2019s hallowed stage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re interested in a <strong>cultural career<\/strong>, Turner Sims offers opportunities to get hands-on with work experience in their renowned live music venue.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\/contact-us\/sign-up\/\">Sign up to the Turner Sims mailing list<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;and hear about opportunities when they are announced.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discover more on the<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\/\"><strong>Turner Sims website<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4e3; <strong>Hear from&nbsp;Rosie Sewell, Music Student and former Concert Promotions Intern at Turner Sims<\/strong>&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n<p><em><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-2383\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-3.png?resize=195%2C194&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"195\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-3.png?resize=300%2C298&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-3.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-3.png?w=600&amp;ssl=1 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 195px) 100vw, 195px\" \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cI\u2019ve had a <strong>really fantastic year<\/strong> as Concert Promotions Intern at Turner Sims! I have loved working at the concert hall, and will very much miss going in and working on programmes and Instagram every week. It has been a really <strong>formative part of my university experience<\/strong><\/em><em>\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Arts Ambassadors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"660\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JKmrgkpWPIE?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our <strong>student Arts Ambassadors<\/strong> work with us and our city-wide partners to <strong>share the story of Southampton\u2019s brilliant, dynamic and diverse cultural scene<\/strong> to wide audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They work editorially, <strong>devising and delivering written and visual content<\/strong> distributed through social media, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/arts-uni-southampton.org.uk\">blogs<\/a><\/strong> and associated channels. They also play an active role at <strong>public-facing events<\/strong>, such as press nights, private views and student facing activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"660\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RfIbRKgsc6Y?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=11&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><figcaption>Get involved as a Student Arts Ambassador and you might have the opportunity to interview arts professionals and artists like Larry Achiampong<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4e3; <strong>Hear from <a href=\"https:\/\/arts-uni-southampton.org.uk\/2018\/07\/09\/leap-into-the-mind-of-nicole-reflections-on-the-arts-ambassador-internship\/\">Nicole Wong<\/a>, former Arts Ambassador and Geography Graduate, who went on to study MA Fashion Buying and Marketing<\/strong>&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n<p><em><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2382 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-2-1.png?resize=195%2C195&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"195\" height=\"195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-2-1.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-2-1.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Picture-2-1.png?w=564&amp;ssl=1 564w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 195px) 100vw, 195px\" \/>\u201cBecoming an Arts Ambassador has given me the <strong>opportunity to network with arts professionals<\/strong> and people in this field. I attended regular meetings and events where I gained new connections and learned how to communicate in a professional environment. <strong>I was formally introduced to the CEO of Arts Council England<\/strong>, Darren Henley, where we had an hour meeting discussing the future of arts for young people and the Arts Council\u2019s 10 year strategy. And YES, <strong>my role also gave me access to attend special events<\/strong> such as gallery launches with VIPs!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arts and Culture across the cities of Southampton and Winchester <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1331\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Chappal-Bureau-of-Silly-Ideas-and-Nutkhut-Southampton-Mela-Festival-Art-Asia-2019.-Image-\u013c-Murray-Freestone.jpeg?fit=660%2C439&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Chappal-Bureau-of-Silly-Ideas-and-Nutkhut-Southampton-Mela-Festival-Art-Asia-2019.-Image-%C4%BC-Murray-Freestone.jpeg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Chappal-Bureau-of-Silly-Ideas-and-Nutkhut-Southampton-Mela-Festival-Art-Asia-2019.-Image-%C4%BC-Murray-Freestone.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Chappal-Bureau-of-Silly-Ideas-and-Nutkhut-Southampton-Mela-Festival-Art-Asia-2019.-Image-%C4%BC-Murray-Freestone.jpeg?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Chappal-Bureau-of-Silly-Ideas-and-Nutkhut-Southampton-Mela-Festival-Art-Asia-2019.-Image-%C4%BC-Murray-Freestone.jpeg?resize=1024%2C681&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/Chappal-Bureau-of-Silly-Ideas-and-Nutkhut-Southampton-Mela-Festival-Art-Asia-2019.-Image-%C4%BC-Murray-Freestone.jpeg?w=1320&amp;ssl=1 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption>Chappal, Bureau of Silly Ideas and Nutkhut, Southampton Mela Festival, Art Asia, 2019<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re looking to indulge an interest, discover exciting experiences, or meet new people, <strong>Southampton and Winchester are packed with arts and culture activity all year-round<\/strong> with everything from visual arts, design and film, to performing arts and live music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For a full summary of what&#8217;s on offer, both at the University and in the area, explore our leaflet below:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/arts-uni-southampton.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/78046-Arts-at-UoS-Leaflet-WEB-VERSION.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/78046-Arts-at-UoS-Leaflet-HIGH-RES.png?fit=660%2C936&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2398\" width=\"495\" height=\"702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/78046-Arts-at-UoS-Leaflet-HIGH-RES.png?w=874&amp;ssl=1 874w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/78046-Arts-at-UoS-Leaflet-HIGH-RES.png?resize=211%2C300&amp;ssl=1 211w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/78046-Arts-at-UoS-Leaflet-HIGH-RES.png?resize=768%2C1090&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/78046-Arts-at-UoS-Leaflet-HIGH-RES.png?resize=722%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 722w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 495px) 100vw, 495px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Please note that this leaflet was printed in 2019 and a number of details have changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4ac;&nbsp;<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">I don\u2019t study art&nbsp;\u2026 is there something for me too?<\/span><\/strong><br><br>Arts and culture are for everyone, whatever your chosen area of study. Do you enjoy&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/uni-life\/arts\/literature.page\"><strong>reading?<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;Watching&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/uni-life\/arts\/film.page\"><strong>films<\/strong><\/a>? Listening to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/uni-life\/arts\/music.page\"><strong>music<\/strong><\/a>? Perhaps you love going to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/uni-life\/arts\/theatre.page\"><strong>theatre<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to see blockbuster musicals?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your studies are important, but so is your downtime. We know that&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.culturehealthandwellbeing.org.uk\/appg-inquiry\/Publications\/Creative_Health_The_Short_Report.pdf\"><strong>arts and culture are wonderful for your health and wellbeing<\/strong><\/a>, so whether you want to pursue a hobby or simply escape the real world for a while,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/uni-life\/arts.page\"><strong>Arts at University of Southampton<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;has something for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4ac;&nbsp;<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">I play a musical instrument, dance and act! How can I get involved?<\/span><br><\/strong><br>There are over&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/perform.susu.org\/\"><strong>40 performing arts societies<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to get involved in as a University of Southampton student. For musicians there is&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/perform.susu.org\/societies\/music\"><strong>an array of orchestras, choirs and jazz bands<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to take part in, and you do not have to be a Music student to get involved. For actors and performers there is the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/theatre.susu.org\/\"><strong>Theatre Group<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;society and&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/showstoppers-soton.co.uk\/\"><strong>Showstoppers<\/strong><\/a>, a musical theatre society (who also require musicians). For dancers there are a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/perform.susu.org\/societies\/dance\"><strong>range of dedicated societies<\/strong><\/a>, covering everything from classical ballet to street dance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4ac;&nbsp;<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Is it expensive to go to John Hansard Gallery and Turner Sims?&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/strong><br>Entrance to John Hansard Gallery\u2019s exhibitions is&nbsp;<strong>always free<\/strong>. Turner Sims offers a range of&nbsp;<strong>student ticket schemes<\/strong>, with<strong>&nbsp;free<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>or<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>discounted tickets<\/strong>&nbsp;on offer to University of Southampton students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4ac;&nbsp;<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Can I work at John Hansard Gallery or Turner Sims?&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/strong><br>John Hansard Gallery, Turner Sims and the wider Arts team can help you develop your cultural career aspirations with creative work experience for University of Southampton students.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/us14.list-manage.com\/subscribe?u=82d78d0f9f7dd596d47cb1a73&amp;id=62beed3e8e\"><strong>Sign-up to our mailing list<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>for details of opportunities when they are advertised.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paid jobs in our venues are always publicly advertised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4ac;&nbsp;<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">What is an Arts Ambassador?<\/span><\/strong>&nbsp;<br><br>University of Southampton Arts Ambassadors are students tasked with the enviable job of getting involved with lots of art and culture!<br><br>We offer students the chance to work with arts professionals across the University and the cities of Southampton and Winchester, get involved with a variety of exciting events and activities and develop a set of valuable skills whilst engaging with leading arts venues and promoting the incredible arts offer to other students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4ac;&nbsp;<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Can students write articles for the Arts Blog?<\/span><br><\/strong><br>Yes. Interested students can join a growing community of contributors sharing their thoughts and insights on our&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Arts Blog<\/strong><\/a>. Get behind the scenes of concerts, events and workshops and gain industry insights from arts professionals and artists.&nbsp;All students have to do is&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/submit-a-blog\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>submit a blog proposal to us for approval<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4ac;&nbsp;<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">What else is there to do in Southampton and Winchester?<\/span><br><\/strong><br>Take a look at our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/arts-uni-southampton.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/78046-Arts-at-UoS-Leaflet-WEB-VERSION.pdf\"><strong>Arts at University of Southampton leaflet<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;for a near-comprehensive summary of all that is on offer for arts lovers and culture buffs in the Southampton and Winchester areas.<br><br>For a broader range of activities, check out the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/visitsouthampton.co.uk\/\"><strong>Visit Southampton<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitwinchester.co.uk\/\"><strong>Visit Winchester<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align:center\">If you have any questions, please do get in touch: <br><a href=\"mailto:arts@soton.ac.uk\"><strong>arts@soton.ac.uk <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>Arts at University of Southampton: <\/strong><br><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Mailing List (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/us14.list-manage.com\/subscribe?u=82d78d0f9f7dd596d47cb1a73&amp;id=62beed3e8e\" target=\"_blank\">Mailing List<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a aria-label=\"Facebook (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ArtsUniSouth\">Twitter<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Facebook (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ArtsUniSouth\/\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Instagram (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/artsunisouth\/\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a><br><br><strong>John Hansard Gallery:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><br><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/art.us2.list-manage.com\/subscribe?u=f9e3c672a18d1a241c13a8dd6&amp;id=aa8d23a70c\" target=\"_blank\">Mailing List<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jhansardgallery\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter&nbsp;<\/a>|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/johnhansardgallery\/\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/johnhansardgallery\/\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a><br><br><strong>Turner Sims: &nbsp;<\/strong><br><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turnersims.co.uk\/contact-us\/sign-up\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mailing List<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/turnersims\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TurnerSimsSouthampton\/\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/turner_sims\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/University-logo_black_transparent.png?resize=208%2C46&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2337\" width=\"208\" height=\"46\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/University-logo_black_transparent.png?w=697&amp;ssl=1 697w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/generic.wordpress.soton.ac.uk\/arts-at-unisouth\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/149\/2020\/06\/University-logo_black_transparent.png?resize=300%2C68&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 208px) 100vw, 208px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On this page dedicated to the First Look Virtual Event taking place on 15 May, you\u2019ll find a snapshot of the cultural opportunities available to you when you study at University of Southampton.\u00a0 Got a question? 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