BSO Young Associates - paid training scheme for South West community musicians

BSO's Young Associates programme is a paid eight-month music leader training programme for 18-30 year olds based in the South West who are underrepresented in the arts. No music leading experience required – we’re looking for potential!

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview/audition on Wednesday 9 or Thursday 10 September in Poole.

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Travelling Light looking for partners for touring work - for children and families

Travelling Light have two upcoming productions for 0-3’s and 4-11’s and their families. They are looking for partners (organisations/venues/settings) interested in collaborating in 2027/28, with an opportunity to see work in autumn 2026. They would love to hear from anyone who is keen to support children, young people and families who wouldn’t otherwise be able to access theatre and creative opportunities.

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Wanted: Cultural Enterprise & Investment Lead (Cirencester District Council)

We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused professional to lead the development of our cultural and visitor economy offer. This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of culture in the Cotswolds, helping to ensure it remains vibrant, sustainable and economically strong. Could this be you?

Deadline for Applications: 28 Jun 2026

Trinity Road, Stroud

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Under this Sky - Photography Open Call

Gloucester Photography Network’s first ever open call for photographers based in Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Work responding to the theme ‘Under This Sky’.

Deadline for submissions 9am 1st July. Free to apply but photographers are responsible for printing and presentation of their own work.

For an exhibition at the Tetbury Goods Shed from 28th October to 6th December.

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Raise the Bar: 2026 Writing Retreats

Raise the Bar’s 2026 writing retreats are now open for applications until the end of May, with priority for poets in South West England. An opportunity to refresh, meet other creatives, create new work, enjoy world-class tutoring and learn key career skills to take your practice to the next level.

⚠️ Application deadline: 9pm on Sunday 31st May ⚠️

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Trustee vacancy - Join our Board

Are you passionate about culture, heritage and leisure, and the role they play in helping communities thrive? The Cheltenham Trust is seeking new Trustees to help shape our future as we launch an ambitious new five year strategy focused on wellbeing, reducing inequality and strengthening belonging.

Closing date: Friday 29 May 2026
Interviews: will be held in June 2026 by a recruitment panel

Cheltenham

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OFF GRID: Free art workshops for 14 to 17s

OFF GRID is a new series of free monthly workshops for young people who love art, creativity and trying new things. Each session introduces a different artistic practice – from animation and photography to drawing, performance, sewing and wood carving – led by a different resident artist from The Wilson.

Various Dates 🕕 6–8pm 🎟 Free to attend

The Wilson, Cheltenham

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Artists/Muralists wanted for a project in Stroud

Cotswold Canals Connected are inviting two artists to create original mural or murals that are visually striking and accessible to a wide audience and have a strong design and community relevance for this part of the canal corridor.

Application Deadline: Sunday, 7th June 2026, 12pm

Selection & Notification: Monday 29th June, 2026

Painting Period: 10th, 11th, 12th July  2026

Stroud

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Artist Commission 'Lost in Music' - Gloucester Guildhall

Overview Gloucester Guildhall invites proposals from artists, designers and creative collectives to create joyful, high‑impact interactive installations and activities for Lost In Music, our annual five‑day family festival in August. The programme forms part of the city‑wide Summer of Sound and coincides with Gloucester’s popular Retro Festival. The installation should be open‑access, with additional ticketed engagement activities, transforming the Guildhall into a playful, immersive environment for families and intergenerational audiences.

Deadline: 14.05.26 @ 9am

Gloucester Guildhall

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