Submitting.
Iam McElhinney will read The End of the Play William Makepeace Thackeray on December 22 and NI Opera will perform O Holy Night on December 23.
On Christmas Eve, a film, Under a Christmas Sky, featuring all the artists will be presented by radio and television broadcaster Joe Lindsay. Watch on Youtube at Under a Christmas Sky.
Joe commented; “Snow Water hopes to bring a little joy, a little beauty, a little magic to the days leading up to this rather unique, strange and unexpected Christmas. Day by day then as a full piece on Christmas Eve. We are bringing together some of the finest pieces of music and poetry with some of the finest talent in the country. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and to all a good night. Until we return to good nights out.”
Christmas gift guide to help support NI artists this festive season
Here is a selection of arts-inspired gifts from local artists to treat someone this festive season
Subscribe
When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice Finding it tricky to decide what to buy your loved one for Christmas, well look no further.
The story of the little arts centre in Derry which has made a big difference to many people s lives
For decades, Eden Place Arts Centre, which is based at Pilot s Row Community Centre in Derry, has been providing opportunities for people to learn new skills and hobbies. The centre has also helped foster great friendships and is a special place for so many people. Here, those involved in setting up and developing the arts centre look back on how far it has come and the impact that it has had on so many people s lives.
One of the exhibition hosted at the centre.
At a meeting with the sector, the Minister outlined a further round of the Individuals Emergency Resilience Programme (IERP) will open for applications on 17 December.
Applicants experiencing financial hardship as a result of Covid-19 will be able to apply for support of up to £5,000 – or £7,500 for disabled individuals with support costs.
This is the third emergency programme targeted directly at individuals and will be delivered by Arts Council NI on behalf of the Department.
Information on eligibility and guidance is now available on their website.
The funding is aimed at venue support staff, singer-songwriters, session musicians, set designers, lighting and sound technicians, artists, actors, DJs, musicians, rappers, writers/poets, comedians, open mike performers, tutors and facilitators, dancers, choreographers, editors and proofreaders, craftspeople.