K. Yoland, Still from 'Billboard Premonition (Mojave Desert, California, USA)', 2020, video
This season we explore what ‘making it’ means in 2021. From the act of moulding and shaping an idea or physical artwork to what it means to ‘make it’ as an artist, we uncover some of the innovative creators and activists who played a part in the evolution of the arts and culture we enjoy today.
The Arts Institute is the curated public arts programme of the University of Plymouth which plays a pivotal role in building culture and art in the city and South West region, supporting established, new and emerging artists from around the world.
It comprises The Levinsky Gallery, a space for engaging, contemporary artworks; the Jill Craigie Cinema which screens a diverse range of classic films and contemporary cinematic masterpieces; a cutting-edge theatre and dance programme in The House; musical performances and concerts, and a year-long series of fascinating talks that open up a world of art, literature and history.
Open to everybody.
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Our commitment to the safe enjoyment of the arts during the COVID-19 pandemic means that this season's online events are free for you to enjoy at home.
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26 May 2021 | Online
4 and 5 June 2021 |
Theatre Royal Plymouth
A provocative multimedia music drama bringing to life conflicting perspectives of our uneasy relationship with the land – our home, our planet. A world premiere performed by the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra ensemble with leading international soloists.
Tracing a narrative through-line from the colonisation of North America to the current climate change and geopolitics induced mass migration, Some Call It Home combines imagery, video, narration, song and a string orchestra over the course of its 75-minute runtime. Created, produced and directed by Robert Taub, Music Director at The Arts Institute, as part of the Mayflower 400 commemorations.
7 July-5 September 2021 | The Levinsky Gallery and KARST
An open submission exhibition for both emerging creative talent and established artists working nationally and internationally.
Themed Making It Plymouth Contemporary invites artists to open up, interrogate, unpick and shake out what 'making it' might mean in terms of contemporary art practice in 2021.
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Now in its fourth iteration, this annual film commission invites submissions from both emerging and established filmmakers and visual artists.
To coincide with The Arts Institute’s autumn theme of Storytelling, and a major exhibition across The Arts Institute and The Box in late 2021, the winner will be awarded £3,500 to explore one or more of the exhibition's themes including diversity of cultures and languages; oral and visual traditions of sharing knowledge; and creation stories.
Deadline: 14 June, midnight.
We are proud to have hosted a diverse range of contemporary art and culture supporting established, new and emerging artists from around the world.
Explore our past seasons of exhibitions, film, music, performance and talks
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