This event is tailored for artists, early/mid-career producers, and independent producers. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in empowering discussions and network with like-minded creatives, including invited guest speakers!
About Producer Gathering:
Producer Gathering is designed to offer insights into and context around independent producing practices happening across the arts sector right now. By offering a large pool of free resources, learning opportunities for independent producers, space for discussion and writings from some of the best in the performing arts and cultural fields – we want to support and encourage independent producers at all career stages.
In 2023-25 it is managed by Nassy Konan, with David Sheppeard for Marlborough Productions.
Producer Gathering is supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Schedule
11:00 am: Welcome & Talk Through Schedule
Join us as we kick off the day with a warm welcome and an overview of the exciting schedule ahead.
11:15 am: Self-Care in the Arts as a Radical Act
Be inspired by a thought-provoking provocation on self-care in the arts, led by invited guest speakers Amaya Jeyarajah Dent and Nikki Disney.
11:30 am: Small Group Conversations on Self-Care in the Arts
Engage in intimate group discussions, responding to the provocation and sharing insights on the importance of self-care in our creative endeavours.
12:30 pm: Regroup for Shared Thoughts and Learning
Come together as a collective to share thoughts and learn from small group conversations.
1:00 pm: Break
Take a well-deserved break to recharge and refuel for the afternoon sessions.
2:00 pm: Open Space Format Discussions on the Artists' Role in Activism in the UK Today
Facilitated discussions on activism, culture wars, and censorship in the arts.
We invite you to propose discussion topics, choose a group, and engage in open and honest conversations.