Tim Noble & Sue Webster's Love and Hate at Firstsite brings a series of illuminated sculptures by the internationally recognised British artists to spaces throughout the Colchester gallery. The exhibition draws on Noble and Webster's distinctive use of light, signage and popular culture. Their illuminated works reference everything from British seaside attractions to Las Vegas [...]
Tickets £15Doors 7pm, show 7.30pmThis gig is for a seated audienceJean-Michel Jarre's OXYGENE and 50 years of electronic space music performed live by MARK JENKINS Amazingly it's 50 years since Jean-Michel Jarre's 18 million-selling album "Oxygene" changed the face of electronic and popular music. Now music tech expert MARK JENKINS ("Tubular Bells for the Moog [...]
£179 for Two DaysAfter ReVamp's recent appearances on ITVX's Jimmy & Shivi's Farmhouse Breakfast, Sarah will excited to share more of her skills of upcycling with you on this workshop! We know paint is not just for painting furniture right? So we have teamed up with Sophie James Decor on this very special Two Day [...]
Tickets £12/£11 concsDoors 7.30pm, show 8pm This gig is for a seated audience Captivating songwriting and fiery tunes that combine mandolin, fiddle, guitar and banjo with powerful three part harmonies. The unmistakable sound of The Shackleton Trio brings to life the stories of their native East Anglia, and beyond. The trio features Georgia Shackleton (fiddle, [...]
Put your knowledge to the test at The Flag Inn Quiz Night.Gather your team and settle in for an evening of friendly competition, great pub atmosphere and the chance to win a cash prize. Entry is £2 per person, with a maximum of six people per team.The quiz starts at 8pm, so book your table, [...]
Come and join us on Monday 21st September 2026 at The Dog & Pheasant, 24 Nayland Rd, Colchester CO4 5EG for a relaxed and enjoyable evening painting our NEW Just Slothing Around under the expert instruction of our workshop leader Sarah. No experience needed. You can either follow the step by step instructions or ‘express [...]
Join Gary Gough as he shares his approach to creating striking fine art images through minimalism and long exposure techniques, transforming simple coastal scenes into powerful, atmospheric photographs. He will also discuss his photographic journey and how his YouTube channel has grown into a platform for teaching, inspiration, and community.(Visitors £5.00) garygough.co.ukGary Gough is known [...]
The SPACE Peer-to-Peer sessions are a space for sharing work in progress, peer support and feedback and networking.The sessions are open to all creatives and are free to attend.
Sun Cutter aka Kevin Pearce is buzzed to announce the follow up to his 2022 debut, an Album of the Week on Germany’s Radio Eins which also charted in Apple Music’s Top 10 in two different album categories. Chock-a-block with soul and folk-infused indie-pop, Jupiter- sized choruses, and yearning, cinematic balladry, Sun Cutter 2 is [...]
Mini Movers & Makers is our Parent and Toddler group for children between 2 to 4 years old and their parents/carers. Enjoy a fun and creative hour together inspired by a good book in these relaxed, sensory and imaginative sessions that explore different arts activities each week. Led by artist Lisa Eureka, the storytelling will [...]
Three Wise Monkeys & Other Monkey Brewing The Taproom have teamed up to bring you a massive Oktoberfest celebration across 2 venues… From Thursday 24th – Sunday 27th September we will be celebrating our annual Oktoberfest. Once again we’ll have a tap takeover of authentic German beers, all available in Steins (while stocks last).You’ll also [...]
About YAK:Develop your approach to and understanding of art with other young people.Young Art Kommunity (YAK) is Firstsite’s young-people peer led group which organises events and activities within the gallery and in the wider community.Learn about our latest exhibition YAK: Culture of CuriositiesOur aims are: To develop young people’s artistic practice through mentoring and gaining [...]
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