Creative Connections

A one-day symposium for creative people. Industry speakers, practical workshops, taster sessions and accessible networking. A day of connection, inspiration and learning in a relaxed and inclusive environment. All are welcome!

This one day symposium is aimed at creative people at any point in their career; whether a hobbyist wanting to start selling their work, a new graduate, a part-time professional or an established artist. It will also appeal to those in creative roles in the arts sector. 

The day features guest speakers from across the industry as well as practical workshops and taster sessions designed to help you set up, be inspired, grow or refresh your freelance career.

Workshop style sessions include marketing, budgeting, and fundraising, all led by specialists, including team members from the Stephen Joseph Theatre and ARCADE.

Whether you are an established, mid-career or emerging artist this event is designed to support you and your practice and connect you with others in and beyond your creative community.

Tickets & Bursaries:

Tickets are £25 and this includes access to all sessions and workshops and a delicious catered lunch by Eat Me (vegetarian / vegan options available).

Bursary tickets are available if finances are a barrier. Please email [email protected] for more info.

Schedule & Booking:

Please download a full day schedule below, for details of panels, workshops and speakers then book your chosen sessions, using this booking form.

You can download the schedule as a PDF or Word document.

N.B. You will be emailed details of your chosen sessions once you have booked them. We will also re-share these with you when you register on the day. If you do not book your sessions in advance, we cannot guarantee your space.

Access will include:

• Captioning (Keynote and Panels 1, 2 and 3)

• BSL interpreter available (please book through ARCADE in advance)

• Buddies to support attendees throughout the day

• Resting Space with resources including ear defenders 

• Visual map 

• Social Story

You can download the full access information here, in PDF and Word formats.

Speakers:

Creative Connections will feature: Jess Thom (Touretteshero), Toni-Dee Paul (Associate Director, Selina Thompson Ltd) and Danielle Daglan (Head of Culture, North Yorkshire Council), Sophie Drury Bradey (ARCADE). Chiedu Oraka, Stewart Baxter, Ysabelle Wombwell, Kristina Jones (Beckview Studios). Jason Wilsher-Mills, Victoria Bisset (Crescent Arts). Sarah Penney (Middle Child), Lydia Marchant, Paul Robinson (Stephen Joseph Theatre). Anna Bean, Alice Kynman, Amy Fisher (Stephen Joseph Theatre)  Stella Munthali, Vanessa Nolan, Matt Harper-Hardcastle (Next Door But One), Jack Heaton (Stephen Joseph Theatre), Elizabeth Boag, Rebecca Norris, Hayley Clark (East Riding Libraries), Lee Taylor (Scarborough Library), Christine Rostron (ARCADE), Jayne Shipley (A Space to Be / Scarborough Museums and Galleries), Rach Drew (ARCADE).