Category: Arts

Hundreds get their first taste of music at first free pick up and play open day

by editor16 February 202316 February 2023

Hundreds of children from across Hull attended the first MusicHull! A Music Open Day last weekend, with many picking up a musical instrument for the very first time.

Sensational Beverley percussionist heads home for star turn

by editor9 February 20239 February 2023

A young, virtuoso percussionist is returning home to perform as a solo artist with the Hull Philharmonic Orchestra.

Cast announced for Mumsy, a new play by Hull writer Lydia Marchant

by editor9 February 20239 February 2023

Hull Truck Theatre are marking the end of their 50th anniversary year programme with Mumsy, a new play written by homegrown talent and Hull Truck Youth Theatre alumni, Lydia Marchant. This brand-new world premiere comedy drama follows the story of three generations of women living under one roof, exploring the highs and lows of motherhood and intergenerational female relationships.

Middle Child appoint Amanda Smethurst as new chair

by editor1 February 20231 February 2023

Award-winning Hull theatre company Middle Child have appointed arts consultant and facilitator Amanda Smethurst as chair of their board of trustees.

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Hull-based movie blog voted Top 10 in the UK

by editor24 January 202324 January 2023

The popular Hull-based movie blog, Movie Metropolis, has been voted one of the top 10 movie blogs in the United Kingdom for the 7th year running. The recognition comes from a study conducted by Feedspot, with a panel of judges selecting the very best blogs from across hundreds of different topics.

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Michelle Terri and Andrew Thomas to release their new single ‘White Lies’

by editor22 January 202322 January 2023

Taken from Andrew Thomas’s third album to be released in June 2023, ‘White Lies’ sees the musician team up with Michelle Terri for this huge pop ballad.

Artist combines Yorkshire heritage and passion for Greece to present unique exhibition at University gallery

by editor18 January 202318 January 2023

An artist with a portfolio inspired by his home in Greece and his Hull heritage is preparing to display a selection of his work at a double exhibition in the city.

Become part of a friendly and enthusiastic family of volunteers

by editor13 January 202313 January 2023

HEY! Volunteering is hosting a recruitment drive and you can get involved.

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Singer-songwriter, Matt Crossland, to release his debut single ‘Dreamworld’

by editor13 January 202313 January 2023

Matt Crossland is a singer-songwriter from Hessle. He is currently a solo artist playing open mics and support slots acoustically, whilst recording original songs for an album set to be released mid to end of summer.