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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

David Ireland's Cyprus Avenue is available to watch now on BBC iPlayer as part of a major BBC Four season celebrating acclaimed British and Irish theatre. The @abbeytheatre.bsky.social and @royalcourt.bsky.social production is a darkly funny and deeply unsettling play. buff.ly/QkPgEb9

Promotional poster for the Royal Court production Cyprus Avenue by David Ireland, featuring a serious older male lead, two small stage photos, a five-star Observer rating, and a call to watch on iPlayer.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Managing finances & resources is critical for freelancers, especially right now. Join us on Thur 22nd Oct as we explore ideas for making your work more financially sustainable and building personal resilience: bit.ly/4xHGCLc #Freelancers #Creatives

Poster featuring pop art style illustrations of a money jar and a piggy bank, announcing The Space's webinar for creative freelancers, on navigating uncertain income, taking place on Thursday 22nd Oct at 11am

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

@artscouncilengland.bsky.social has launched a Freelancers Handbook. It's a practical guide covering topics such as contract, fees, tax, funding, wellbeing and business development. Take a look 👀 buff.ly/oWLNvA6 #freelancing #FreelanceLife

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Freelancers' Handbook

A practical guide to working as a freelancer in the cultural sector.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The Creative Lives Awards are open for entries. They celebrate the grassroots creative groups that enhance people's lives across the UK and Ireland. If your group has helped improve people's lives through creativity, then they want to hear about it! buff.ly/61rgd9r

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Creative Lives Awards

Shining a spotlight on creative groups across the UK and Ireland

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BOM @bomlab.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Love live immersive performance? ⚡️ Apply for our fully funded 12-week Immersive Arts Bootcamp: Real-Time Technologies. Learn TouchDesigner + Unreal Engine, develop a prototype, and gain skills to take your live immersive performance project forward. Apply for Jan 2027! 👉🏼 bom.org.uk/immersive-ar...

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

BRAID UK is inviting artists and creative technologists to create curious and unexpected work that challenges, complicates and reimagines responsible AI. They will award around seven commissions with a budget between £8,000 and £12,000 each. buff.ly/60uIzHP

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Creative Commissions - BRAID UK

BRAID UK - Creative Commissions

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Assistant Producers, editors and those with experience in post production can apply for Screenskills‘ Cutting content in the digital age course. Discover how techniques transfer across video, podcasts and vodcasts. buff.ly/azbb6fg

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Its #InternationalPodcastDay - celebrate of the power of podcasts. It's a cost-effective way to document what your organisation is doing, to take your work and put it out in a permanent digital form, creating a new audience for your organisation. buff.ly/QB26D9f

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How to start a podcast | The Space

Thinking of podcasting? Here's the how to....

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Creative UK @creativeuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Creative Growth Finance offers loans of £100k–£1m to established UK creative businesses, supporting investment in new IP, people, technology, equipment and expansion. 💸 Check your eligibility: investment.wearecreative.uk/cgf-eligibil...

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation is a UK charity that awards grants to support closer links between Britain and Japan It supports projects in academic, professional, arts, cultural, scientific and educational fields. Grants from £2k – £18k available. buff.ly/R1qPbnD

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Daiwa Foundation Small Grants and Awards

The Foundation awards grants to individuals and institutions in the UK and Japan in all areas of the visual and performing arts, the humanities, the social sciences, science and engineering,…

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Calling all freelance creatives! Over the coming months we’re running a webinar series offering advice to help you thrive in these challenging times. The first one is about navigating uncertain income on Thur 22nd Oct: bit.ly/4xHGCLc More details about the other sessions coming soon! #Freelancers

Poster featuring pop art style illustrations of a money jar, slogan tee and a lightning bolt, announcing The Space's webinar series for creative freelancers taking place between October and December 2026.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

@ijaddance.bsky.social has announced Open Online Theatre Arts/Tech Residency 26/27 – a six-month hybrid Arts/Tech residency where participants can experiment with technologies including VR, AI, volumetrics, motion capture and multi-camera live streaming. buff.ly/5S0xJH7

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Open Online Theatre Arts/Tech Residency 2026–27 – IJAD Dance Company

Open Online Theatre — ResidencyNovember 2026 – April 2027

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Freelancers Make Theatre Work @freelancersmake.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Freelancing 101 is now live. Practical guidance and quick tools for freelancers across theatre and live performance, covering money, contracts, rights, insurance, wellbeing and more. buff.ly/QaxSw9I #Freelancing101

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

For generations, a mysterious skull has been at the heart of a Highland legend. But where did the story come from, and could there be more behind it than we think? Listen to The Legends of the Highland Skull from #Grantown Museum, and take a journey into the story of the legend. 🎧 buff.ly/Ki7b6hT

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Arts Professional @artsprofessional.co.uk · 17/09/2026

The Immersive Arts programme has secured more than £8.5 million to continue supporting artists working in immersive technologies for the next three years.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

@artscouncilengland.bsky.social has launched a new initiative to equip cultural leaders to harness AI responsibly. The programme takes place over six-days from December to May in-person and is designed to support peer-to-peer learning through in-person discussions and activities. buff.ly/77xipZo

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Executive Leadership Programme

The Executive Leadership Programme is an in-person modular course designed to support senior leaders to engage with AI in a way that is thoughtful, values-led and grounded in the realities of…

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Three wonderful creatives discuss how and why they’re using immersive and interactive technologies to tell stories about home. Catch up on our YT channel 👀 Full vid: bit.ly/4grBQL3 ⚡ 5 min highlights: bit.ly/4gyWdpA #Home #DigitalArt

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The Creative Intelligence Award is a joint prize for artists and creative practitioners working at the intersection of art and technology. Register your interest and be first to know when the call is open. buff.ly/502Ai2D

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Arts Professional @artsprofessional.co.uk · 11/09/2026

New research has highlighted the important role public libraries play in supporting communities and improving wellbeing.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Imagine: your project has launched 🎉 but now people are asking for engagement rates and audience feedback, and, and…fear not, The Space’s evaluation framework can help! Get our insights here: 👀 Full vid: bit.ly/4aJH0k0 ⚡ 5 min highlights: bit.ly/3OMyN63 Find the framework here: bit.ly/40HnNtg

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

📢 Deadline approaching! Dance creators - Sky Arts bursaries are offering: * Personal bursary of £30k * Rroject grant of £40k * Mentoring and professional development opportunities Apply today - buff.ly/ky9IJKv Deadline is 9am on September 9th

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Documentary makers! @theguardian.com Documentaries and arte.tv have joined forces on a new fund to support filmmakers making short doc, exploring the theme of Democracy at Stake in Europe. A winning project will receive £10k in production funding, editorial and creative support buff.ly/X1kMwc5

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

How do you strike the balance between planning and breaking the rules when innovating in your digital projects? Get some invaluable advice from artists who have been there in our latest YT video 👀 Full vid: bit.ly/4gQpdci ⚡ 5 min highlights: bit.ly/4pMR1SY #DigitalInnovation #CreativePractice

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Dance creators - Sky Arts bursaries are offering: * Personal bursary of £30k * Rroject grant of £40k * Mentoring and professional development opportunities Apply today - buff.ly/ky9IJKv

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Applications are open for Learning Through Making, a new fund from Freelands Foundation that provides grants of up to £25,000 for visual art education projects that creatively engage audiences with the process of making and exploration of materials. buff.ly/jwoDWsB

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Learning Through Making Fund | Apply | Freelands Foundation

A new fund for UK-based visual arts organisations wanting to test, trial or explore material exploration and making. Applications close 11 September 2026.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

The increasing polarisation of online spaces has seen an increase in abuse and harassment. We’ve supported a number of organisations through their experiences and have a suite of materials that can help. We can support with: * Consultancy * Training * Resources * Social media audit buff.ly/LmFuv9R

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Online harms and abuse - we're here to help | The Space

Operating in the realm of digital can open us up to online abuse and harassment. Here is a suite of resources that can help.

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Immersive Arts UK @immersiveartsuk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Join us in Llandudno, Wed 9 - Fri 11 September for our annual event The Big Thing! This year's theme, Play's the Thing, explores how artists invite audiences into their work in playful, meaningful and empowering ways. Read about the full programme: immersivearts.uk/news/the-big-thing-in-llandudno

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Sundance Collab has launched a new social-first short films challenge. They are seeking 5 filmmakers from around the world to create original, 60-90 second film designed specifically for vertical social platforms. There’s an online support programme and $20k for those selected. buff.ly/JvsaFZJ

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Merrell Brand-Supported Storytelling Program

The Merrell Brand-Supported Storytelling Program in collaboration with Sundance Collab is launching a global storytelling program to redefine how brand-supported narratives are created and…

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

New Sky Arts Bursaries will provide 20 dance-makers funding, mentoring, industry access and national visibility to help take their work to the next level. Bursaries cover both living and project costs, while also providing mentoring, industry networking and opportunities. buff.ly/wOhHdwK

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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The #GreenLibraries map is taking shape. Get ahead - add your events. Looking for examples and inspiration? Check out the 2025 map. Use our lovely resources to start promoting your activities - get the balling rolling before summer ends. Green inspo here: ow.ly/c4et50ZwT93

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Whether you’re an artist, a producer or simply curious about how artists use digital technologies to share their stories, join our webinar next week to explore a theme that connects us all: home 🏠 13 Aug at 11am: bit.ly/4fAkts9 #Home #DigitalArt

Still from ‘Home X’ by Kakilang, of a dancer jumping up in a forest setting, announcing The Space’s webinar ‘Where inspiration lives: Artists on Home’ taking place on Thursday 13th August at 11am.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Want to make your work more accessible using Alt text and Audio Description but not sure where to start? We can help - our tips on writing descriptive alt text can dramatically reduce confusion and improve the user experience for everyone. buff.ly/QdZ4y1U #Access #DigitalInclusion #AltText

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Using alt text effectively | The Space

Tips on writing descriptive alt text to dramatically reduce confusion and improve the user experience for everyone.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Have you heard the (Un)Common Ground podcast by Battersea Arts? It's a special live recording at the @artsprofessional.co.uk Business of the Arts Summit and looks at what the rise of right-wing populism could mean for the arts sector.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Four brilliant creatives working at the cutting edge of AI and the arts share their experiences of navigating the tension between innovation and ethics. Catch up on our YT channel: 👀 Full vid: bit.ly/4bM2kFp ⚡ 5 min highlights: bit.ly/4fP7QJS #AI #DigitalArt

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Hurry - the deadline to apply for free digital mentoring is Thursday 30 July.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Are you in an arts or cultural organisation looking to unlock your digital potential? Want to reach wider audiences or create compelling digital content? Our FREE digital mentoring programme has already transformed organisations across England and can support you...

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Mentoring for cultural organisations | The Space

The Space's Strategic Mentoring Programme supports cultural organisations to tackle digital challenges

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Could you be one of It's Nice That‘s Ones to Watch? It’s an annual showcase celebrating emerging creative talent, featuring creatives across graphic design, illustration, photography, moving image and art. Submit your work to be part of a showcase. buff.ly/C2SL51N

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

What does Home mean to you? Join us on Thursday 13 Aug, as we hear from 3 wonderful creatives, Dr Rianna Walcott, Daya Bhatti, and Donald Shek, who are all using digital technologies to explore this universal theme Book here: bit.ly/4fAkts9 #Home #DigitalArt

Photo cutout of a colourful sari on a mannequin from Daya Bhatti’s art installation ‘Sari That Remembers,’ announcing The Space’s webinar ‘Where inspiration lives: Artists on Home’ taking place on Thursday 13th August at 11am.

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Arts Professional @artsprofessional.co.uk · 15/07/2026

The Space recently commissioned Image Empire, a project by Alan Warburton that discusses the links between AI, creative labour and game worlds. Here he explores how creatives, storytellers and artists are the next frontier for investment capital.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Discover how to create stronger hooks, how to clip & reuse existing content and other excellent practical tips for creating great short form content, over on our YT channel Full vid: bit.ly/4vqaRVK TLDR: bit.ly/4gvqgAh #ContentCreation #SocialMediaTrends

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

We’ve opened the call for our Talent Development Awards which give up to £10k for researchers to learn new skills - eg in languages, research methods, quant/digital/AI. Apply by 7 October www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/funding/sche...

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The Talent Development Awards are available to promote the acquisition and advancement of skills in relevant areas by UK-based researchers, supporting innovative research methods, be that through skills development, collaboration or dissemination. The aim of the scheme is to enable researchers to build their skills and capacities in core areas to develop their current and future research.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Have you heard? The shortlist for the first UK Town of Culture has been revealed. 15 towns are set to receive £60,000 to work on their full bids - selected from almost 400 applications with the winner announced early next year.

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Shortlist for UK Town of Culture revealed

Fifteen towns shortlisted for the first UK Town of Culture competition

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Applications are now open for @britisharts.bsky.social Connections Through Culture. Grants between £5k – £15k are available to enable partnerships, cross-cultural exchange and long-term collaboration between the UK and participating countries.

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Connections Through Culture 2026

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Museums Association @museumsassociation.org · 03/07/2026

Our Conference 2026 programme is out now 🙌 Provocations, conversations... perhaps some libations? This year's conference in Birmingham and online is set to be unmissable. Browse the programme now for tours, workshops, keynotes, parties and much, much more.

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A woman speaks into a mic. Text reads: Keynotes. Parties. Workshops. Breakouts. Dialogue. Tours. Networking. Provocations. Colleagues. Peers. Connections. Conference.

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

We've supported Contemporary Glass Society to launch a new series of films that lift the lid on the inspiration, perspiration and determination behind working with glass. Studio visits and BTS insights explore the processes and people that make up the contemporary glass community. 👀

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Glass Really Is The Ultimate Medium - a CGS Film

The Contemporary Glass Society are delighted to launch our new series of films funded by The Space, Arts Council and The Glass Sellers Charity. Filmed by the fabulous Ben Seale, from Directed by…

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Severn Arts are seeking an artist or arts organisation to create an interactive walkabout artwork for Bridges of Light 2026. Inspired by the theme ‘reflections’, there's a budget of£6,000. buff.ly/9eoTM42

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The Space @thespacearts.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

At our next webinar we’ll be discussing the practicalities of art & AI, like how AI tools are used to solve production challenges, but also ethical issues like what role artists can play in shaping media literacy. Join us on 7 July at 11am: bit.ly/44bFFOE #AI #DigitalArt

AI generated picture of a submersible in the ocean with what looks like a school of undulating pink pixels, from Lost Communications: Underwater by An-Ting and Ian Gallagher. Announcing The Space’s webinar ‘Make it or fake it! Artists on AI’ taking place on Tue 7th July at 11am.

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