FESTIVAL 2023

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

Over the course of four evening events, each a double-bill, eight performers present their latest works or works-in-progress in an intimate and informal setting. The programming within each set is artist-led: repertoire is only announced on the night, giving the performers the control and the flexibility to present whatever serves them best and giving the public special insight into the performer's freshest work. We aim to stimulate your ears and your imagination by presenting a surprising collection of artists working at the experimental fringes of a variety of musical genres. Find out more about the featured artists by exploring our podcast, 'eavesdropping conversations'.

At the heart of the festival is the FORUM, a two-day gathering that creates an opportunity for local and visiting artists alike to reflect together on a given topic. Weighty talks given by invited guest speakers sit alongside shorter presentations/performances/proposals gathered through a Call for Provocations, and the programme is punctuated by roundtable panels and discussions. The vibe is low-key and friendly, whilst definitely being thought-provoking. The topic of the 2023 festival forum was Experiments in Defiance.

The online archive for our 2023 festival is now on YouTube. 

FORUM RESOURCES

To improve accessibility and sustainability some of the forum presentations are made available in a variety of formats.