A county-wide programme of arts and entertainment is calling on the public to help select the acts they would like to see perform in Cambridgeshire this Spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since its launch in 2018, The Library Presents<\/em> has grown in both popularity and appeal, attracting audiences of more than 30,000 and consistently delivering a diverse arts programme of high quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can make your voice heard and help to choose the events that will be part of this year\u2019s exciting and varied programme by responding to a survey at your local library, or online, between 11 January and 9 February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks to partnership support and \u00a3570,826 of public funding provided by Arts Council England over 3 years, standard ticket prices are heavily subsidised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Helping everyone access the arts is one of the programme\u2019s main focuses, so where possible barriers of opportunity and wealth have been removed. On average, tickets cost under \u00a35 or less, thanks to a variety of concessions for children, students, senior citizens, the unwaged and disabled, family savers, and in some cases \u2018pay what you think\u2019 options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Over the last six years, the programme has delivered an estimated 900 hours of entertainment to audiences of all ages. It has also provided employment for around 220 performers and workshop leaders, almost half of whom of reside in the Eastern region, giving a much-welcomed boost to the county\u2019s cultural economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe Library Presents feels like a really well thought out initiative, offering great support for artists and bringing shows into the community. We’d welcome the opportunity to work with TLP in the future.\u201d \u2013 Sarah Simpson, The Wagon of Dreams, Jellyfish Theatre<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Putting the programming power into the hands of the local community and asking them to choose the artists they want to see is an important part of The Library Presents<\/em>. Past seasons have featured everything from mind-blowing magic and hilarious alternative comedy, to cutting-edge drama, incredible music and inspirational workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Library Presents<\/em> selection menu<\/em> <\/em>is always eagerly anticipated and the latest season is no exception. The big question is now: which artists will gain the public\u2019s support and earn a coveted place on The Library Presents Spring 2024 Season?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Councillor Tom Sanderson, Chair of the County Council’s Communities, Social Mobility and Inclusion Committee said: \u201cI\u2019m delighted to see the return of this highly successful programme, which continues to attract new audiences year on year.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThose artists and performers who have been shortlisted for inclusion in this new programme of events are some of the best working in their fields today. I\u2019m really excited to see who will get a \u2018Yes\u2019 this time round. It is now up to the great Cambridgeshire public to choose!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hazel Edwards, South East Area Director, Arts Council England, said: \u201cWe were delighted to continue our funding for The Library Presents through our 2023-26 National Portfolio, supporting them to programme a huge variety of creative and cultural events that communities across Cambridgeshire can enjoy. It is hugely powerful to see that local residents have played such an important role in choosing the performers and events that they want to see.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have your say between 11 January and 9 February 2024 by simply picking up a form from one of the county\u2019s libraries or go online and share your views. Library Live | The LIbrary Presents<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Library Presents<\/em> team will spend time in our local communities, introducing The Library Presents<\/em> programme and talking through the selection menu, to find out what interests them most. If you would like to know more please contact thelibrarypresents@cambridgeshire.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Participating Libraries:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Alconbury Weald, Arbury Court, Barnwell Road, Bassingbourn, Cambourne, Cambridge Central, Chatteris, Ely, Histon, Huntingdon, Littleport, March, Northstowe, Ramsey, Sawtry, St Ives, St Neots, Whittlesey, Wisbech.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ————–<\/p>\n\n\n\n Audience member quotes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201c<\/em>Band outstanding. Children thoroughly enjoyed something so different\u201d \u2013 Audience member, The Musical Balloon Band<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cBrilliant entertainment. Fantastic musician and singer\u201d \u2013 Audience member, Gasper Nali \u2013 Afrobeat<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cFun, relaxing and social\u201d \u2013 Ceramics Workshop participant<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cAbsolutely fantastic, very knowledgeable tutor, learned loads, very enjoyable\u201d \u2013 Willow Sculpture Workshop participant<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Editor\u2019s Notes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Library Presents<\/em> is a vibrant, inclusive, locally-chosen arts events taking place in towns across Cambridgeshire. Including music, theatre, art, dance, comedy, puppetry & digital arts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The programme is funded by Arts Council England (2018-2023), managed by Cambridgeshire County Council and delivered in partnership with Babylon ARTS <\/a>and 20Twenty Productions<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A county-wide programme of arts and entertainment is calling on the public to help select the acts they would like to see perform in Cambridgeshire this Spring. Since its launch in 2018, The Library Presents has grown in both popularity and appeal, attracting audiences of more than 30,000 and consistently delivering a diverse arts programme of high quality. You can make your voice heard and help to choose the events that will be part of this year\u2019s exciting and varied programme by responding to a survey at your local library, or online, between 11 January and 9 February. Thanks to partnership support and \u00a3570,826 of public funding provided by Arts Council England over 3 years, standard ticket prices are heavily subsidised. Helping everyone access the arts is one of the programme\u2019s main focuses, so where possible barriers of opportunity and wealth have been removed. On average, tickets cost under \u00a35 or less, thanks to a variety of concessions for children, students, senior citizens, the unwaged and disabled, family savers, and in some cases \u2018pay what you think\u2019 options. Over the last six years, the programme has delivered an estimated 900 hours of entertainment to audiences of all ages. It has also provided employment for around 220 performers and workshop leaders, almost half of whom of reside in the Eastern region, giving a much-welcomed boost to the county\u2019s cultural economy. \u201cThe Library Presents feels like a really well thought out initiative, offering great support for artists and bringing shows into the community. We’d welcome the opportunity to work with TLP in the future.\u201d \u2013 Sarah Simpson, The Wagon of Dreams, Jellyfish Theatre. Putting the programming power into the hands of the local community and asking them to choose the artists they want to see is an important part of The Library Presents. Past seasons have featured everything from mind-blowing magic and hilarious alternative comedy, to cutting-edge drama, incredible music and inspirational workshops. The Library Presents selection menu is always eagerly anticipated and the latest season is no exception. The big question is now: which artists will gain the public\u2019s support and earn a coveted place on The Library Presents Spring 2024 Season? Councillor Tom Sanderson, Chair of the County Council’s Communities, Social Mobility and Inclusion Committee said: \u201cI\u2019m delighted to see the return of this highly successful programme, which continues to attract new audiences year on year.\u201d \u201cThose artists and performers who have been shortlisted for inclusion in this new programme of events are some of the best working in their fields today. I\u2019m really excited to see who will get a \u2018Yes\u2019 this time round. It is now up to the great Cambridgeshire public to choose!\u201d Hazel Edwards, South East Area Director, Arts Council England, said: \u201cWe were delighted to continue our funding for The Library Presents through our 2023-26 National Portfolio, supporting them to programme a huge variety of creative and cultural events that communities across Cambridgeshire can enjoy. It is hugely powerful to see that local residents have played such an important role in choosing the performers and events that they want to see.\u201d Have your say between 11 January and 9 February 2024 by simply picking up a form from one of the county\u2019s libraries or go online and share your views. Library Live | The LIbrary Presents The Library Presents team will spend time in our local communities, introducing The Library Presents programme and talking through the selection menu, to find out what interests them most. If you would like to know more please contact thelibrarypresents@cambridgeshire.gov.uk Participating Libraries: Alconbury Weald, Arbury Court, Barnwell Road, Bassingbourn, Cambourne, Cambridge Central, Chatteris, Ely, Histon, Huntingdon, Littleport, March, Northstowe, Ramsey, Sawtry, St Ives, St Neots, Whittlesey, Wisbech. ————– Audience member quotes \u201cBand outstanding. Children thoroughly enjoyed something so different\u201d \u2013 Audience member, The Musical Balloon Band \u201cBrilliant entertainment. Fantastic musician and singer\u201d \u2013 Audience member, Gasper Nali \u2013 Afrobeat \u201cFun, relaxing and social\u201d \u2013 Ceramics Workshop participant \u201cAbsolutely fantastic, very knowledgeable tutor, learned loads, very enjoyable\u201d \u2013 Willow Sculpture Workshop participant Editor\u2019s Notes The Library Presents is a vibrant, inclusive, locally-chosen arts events taking place in towns across Cambridgeshire. Including music, theatre, art, dance, comedy, puppetry & digital arts. 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