The Arts Team consists of:
Jan Doherty - Arts Development Manager
Rachel Willis - Arts Development Officer
Lindsey Stephenson - Spark Development Officer
Shirley Wells - Arts Development Administrator
We are working towards 'extending the opportunities for all sectors of the community to experience and participate in the arts', the team is involved in running arts events, developing public art projects, engaging with education providers and creating opportunities for creative practitioners.
The team plays an active role in the management of Stockton International Riverside Festival (SIRF) and has a particular focus on increasing the participation elements of the Festival. Last year, over 350 people particpated in the Community Carnival and Parade performance and costume-making workshops. Participants worked with professional companies to create large scale presentations for the Finale procession. This year we want even more people to participate, please contact us now if you wish to join in this year's Community Carnival and Parade event.
In July 2004, Spark, a brand new children's art centre opened on the site of Our Lady and St. Bede School, which offers a range of art opportunities, from training for teachers, to educational sessions for primary age children to community art classes.
For further details please call 01642 526466 or email arts@stockton.gov.uk
Green Dragon Arts, Green Dragon Yard
Green Dragon Arts is a partnership between Stockton Borough Council's Arts Development, Adult Learning Disability Services and Tees Music Alliance. It sells a range of unique arts and craft items made by local artists and Craftika, an initiative enabling adults with learning difficulties to create and sell handmade craft items.
For further information about Green Dragon Arts, please contact Rachel Willis, Arts Development Officer 01642 526466, rachel.willis@stockton.gov.uk
