Now is your time to have your say, face to face. Join one of our sessions:
Meeting for current centre users - Tuesday 8th Nov, 5pm to 8.30pm
Open public meetings (2 sessions) - Wednesday 9th Nov, 10.30am to 1pm / 2pm to 6.30pm
Light refreshments will be available - Everyone is welcome
No need to book in your place, just drop-in.
For more information, you can contact Ruth Ramsay: 07722565759 / ruthramsay@ymail.com
If you cannot make any of the meetings, please send us you feedback via email or complete our online survey: Community Consultation.
It will take you less than 10 minutes to complete it and is open until the 10th November - As a big thank you, we will enter your details (if submitted at the end) in a prize-draw to win a pair of tickets for the event of your choice!*
Your responses will be kept confidential and will not be used for any purpose other than research conducted by Trinity Community Arts.
*subject to availability
]]>Our Mighty Groove came to Trinity as part of IGNiTE, 11th November 2016
“What I love is working with people and bringing their talents to reality”.
IF Vicki Igbokwe ever had any concerns about her cv they soon disappeared in 2012 when she helped to create the opening ceremony at the London Olympic Games that captivated TV audiences around the world.
As one of the mass movement choreographers involved in Danny Boyle’s stunning historical presentation, Vicki worked with 200 men, known behind the scenes as the Warriors – 90 per cent of them volunteers – on the moving Industrial Revolution scene.
“Mass movement was what I’d been doing in my career but 2012 was a thousand times more intense,” said 35-year-old Vicki. “I learned so much about myself and so much about people, and it obviously improved my reputation within the industry, being able to work with so many people under so much pressure”.
All the while Vicki – who went on to work at the Winter Olympics in Russia and the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, both in 2014 – was being taken over by the drive to inspire others through dance, audiences as well as performers.
“I see it all as a question of empowerment, whether that is watching a show or attending one-to-one workshop training. Movement for me is another form of communication to make people freer. What I want to do is spend the next five years developing The Head Wrap Diaries and a second show – Our Mighty Groove – rather than make show after show. I want to work smart, not hard.
“There’s a lot of self-sabotage out there with women asking who they are and where they are going in life. There’s pressure in society on women in all their relationships, at home, at work and with their partners. I want them to go and make the life that they want to live.”
Vicki’s campaigning style clearly comes from her own background. Her barrister father died when she was very young and at 14 she had to be carer for her mother - formerly a Labour councillor in Kensal Green - until she passed away in 2009, and her three younger sisters.
That was also the year she set up Uchenna Dance, which “survived on love” and, in Vicki’s case, on some teaching in colleges and universities. “The company would meet every Sunday for a few hours where we rehearsed in a cold studio, followed by some food in Nando’s to heat ourselves up.
“The people I was working with wanted to be performers – growing from six to 15 - and I wanted to be a choreographer, so it worked for all of us on that level. Now we have six to eight in the company, all working as freelancers who work with Uchenna and me on a project to project basis.”
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Will was referred to Trinity from the South Glos Early Intervention Team and took part in our Take Note sessions, February 2016.He attended all the sessions and even took part in a collaborative song with more experienced music students which culminated in a live performance on the main Trinity stage.
Since then, Will has been making the long journey from Yate each week to attend our weekly Thursday session, writing and recording original rap lyrics and learning music production techniques.
"My occupational therapist referred me over to Trinity because he knew I was really interested in music production. When I visited the studios I got a really good vibe and saw it as a great opportunity to learn all about music production and record my own lyrics.
The main benefit for me is that I can get on the mic and record my lyrics every week. It’s important for me to get my lyrics out as it is a way for me to express myself and to deal with the things that have happened in the past, which really helps me to move on. I have also enjoyed meeting, working and performing alongside other local musicians."
Will has been working on producing an album of original material and is now feeling confident enough to work the studio equipment on his own terms.
Will finished by saying; "I look forward to coming in to Trinity every week, it gives me something to get up for in the morning. Without it I would probably just be hanging out and chilling with my mates not getting anything done."
Will's support worker has been absolutely blown away by the progress he has made over such a short space of time. He is continuing to build his confidence, and would eventually like to apply for some work experience in a music industry setting.
]]>The consultation focuses on our existing services, building characteristics and facilities, and amongst other things it will help to inform our 2017 Learning and Participation Programme.
This new online survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete and is open until the 10th November.
Tell us what you like and we'll endeavour to keep doing it. Tell us where there's room for improvement and we'll look at where we can implement change to get it right.
We've acted on your suggestions since we last consulted you in 2012 - See You said, We did!
So please, take a few moments to complete our new Community Consultation.
This online survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete and is open until the 10th November.
As a big thank you, we will enter your details (if submitted at the end) in a prize-draw to win a pair of tickets for the event of your choice!*
Your responses will be kept confidential and will not be used for any purpose other than research conducted by Trinity Community Arts.
For more information about this survey and how the results will be used, or to have a chat face to face with Ruth, please contact us at: info@3ca.org.uk
*subject to availability
]]>The Misfits Theatre Company would like you to join us on Thu 24 November for the last event of 2016!
It's a great and fun way to meet new people and have a chat over a drink or two, along with some great music to do some dancing and socialising.
Disco starts at 7.00pm
Tickets £5 to get in
Bar open - please note you have to be over 18 to buy alcoholic drinks from our bar. You will be asked for an ID, so please bring one with you.
If you can't make it to this one, join us next year - we are back in Thu 26 January 2017
Please note that Trinity operates a public pay and display carpark. It applies to anyone parking at the Centre, including staff, hirers, centre users and blue badge holders. The rates start at £1 (for 1hr) and go up to £5 for 12hrs. More info about our car park can be found here
The West of England Centre for Inclusive Living (WECIL) is holding monthly Creative Challenges at Trinity on the last Thursday of every month.
Creative Challenges are short creative tasks that help everyone become more creative! Each challenge is different, and helps you think of different ways to do something creative. We'll have a selection of challenges for people to choose from, and lots of different materials to use. You can make pictures using card, fabrics and glues, draw in ink and pencils, and even write poetry!
Art, writing, discussing, making, drinking cups of tea and creating!
Free refreshments
No need to book, just pop-in!
To find out more call Valentina on 0117 947 9942 or email her at: valentina.cavallini@wecil.co.uk
If you can't make it to this one, join us on Thu 23 February 2017
The Bristol Mid Century Market returns for the last one of 2016! Get your Christmas shopping under way and treat you and your family to some beautiful mid century goodies.
The Mid Century Market takes pride in showcasing the best in vintage and reproduction clothing, jewellery, homeware and accessories all from or inspired by the 1940s,50s and 60s.
Come down to the Trinity Centre for a day of vintage shopping and start Christmas early!
Get your hair styled in a vintage do for your Christmas party and stop by our tea room and chat with like minded shoppers.
Bettina Scarlett takes pride in having only but the finest vintage sellers and 1950s inspired brands from around the UK and when customers come down, they will already know what they want to buy, why? Because at the Mid Century Market, you don’t have to spend hours hunting high and low for something that may catch your eye but for an extortionate price, you will be blown away by the array of beauties that await you when you walk in the door.
With shoppers in the past coming from all over Europe to hunt for bargains what makes the market distinctive from any other vintage fairs within the UK is the friendly and sociable atmosphere it brings. Not in a rush? Why not sit back and relax with friends and enjoy the atmosphere and listen to DJ’s hark back to that era of rockabilly and good ole rock n roll, the Mid Century Market isn’t just a vintage fair, it’s a gathering of friends who share the same passion for vintage and everything from the Hollywood era of Elvis and Audrey Hepburn.
IGNiTE is a series of residencies, workshops and and live performances featuring artists reflective of Bristol’s diverse communities. Trinity sits at the meeting point of three wards - Easton, Ashley (St Pauls) and Lawrence Hill - whose residents make up Trinity’s local community.
Find out more information about the wider IGNiTE Programme and to have a look at our programme strategy.
As part of IGNiTE we will be offering six residencies to artist or companies with strong links to Bristol and its communities.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AS AN ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
free studio space in our iconic Fyfe Hall.
an opportunity to share work to a mixed audience of programmers, other artists, and local people
access to networks and programmers, including formal professional development opportunities
advice and guidance as appropriate from key members of Trinity staff and partner organisations
free hot desk and meeting space, subject to availability
To find out more information about who we are looking for and how to apply download our artist brief. The deadline for applications is Friday 18th November 2016 at 5pm.
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We’re jingling all the way back to Bristol for our festive “Jingle Bell Ball” family rave on 11th December!
Headline DJ Alex Paterson (The Orb), Benjamin Smith (Late Night Tales DJs), plus resident Little My play (grown up) dance music on the multi-sensory dancefloor with glitter cannons, bubbles, balloons and giant parachute dance.
More fun stuff to be announced upstairs in Fyfe Hall.
Craft tables with giant colouring mural, themed crafts and play-doh table. Play area with tents and tunnels and baby chill-out space with mats and small ball pool.
Licensed bar, free transfer tattoos, glowsticks and freebie treats to take away at the end.
Theme: Jingle Bell Ball - Optional (but encouraged) festive fancy dress!
For families with younger children (8s and under) though older siblings are welcome. Adults are not admitted unless accompanied by a child. Parents must remain responsible for their children at all times. A max of 3 children per adult. A max of 4 adults per child (and such groups must be pre-approved by emailing infosw@bigfishlittlefishevents.co.uk before buying tickets). Tickets are non-refundable but if anybody with tickets finds they cannot attend a sold-out event please email infosw@bigfishlittlefishevents.co.uk and BFLF will attempt to put you in touch with people seeking to buy tickets Each member of your group must have a ticket, adults £7.00, child £7.00 and pre-walking infants free (but must be ticketed). More on the door (if available).
Tremor are taking you back. Right back to the age when it was fashionable to don a suit to mop your floors, a time when you dressed up just to go down the local pub. Where are we going you ask? 1920s America... but that local pub you frequent has been shut down as the Government has prohibited the manufacture, selling and consumption of all alcohol. Don't worry, we've got it covered. With three themed areas set to transform the Trinity to take you into another world. Come and have a drink in the Speak easy; take a tour around the Moonshine Factory, or relax in the glamour and glitz of The Casino.
Sounds from the following -
A.Skillz - Laid Blak - Benny Page - Mr Woodnote & Eva Lazarus - Erb N Dub - Joe Peng & Bunjy - Howla - The Phunk Junkies - Ak - Octo Pi B2b Synthesis - Bear Twists B2b Dott Com - Trafic Mc [host] - Twitchee [host] - Bass Konnection Takeover [bk] - Akua B2b Halfman [bk] - Shilling B2b Chaos Tactics [bk] - Stitch - Ydott [host]
Matt Ma G - Emcee Ellis D [host]
And don't forget! This is a fancy dress affair so please dress to impress.
]]>SHEELANAGIG play intricate, groove heavy arrangements of original and traditional tunes drawing influence from the folk music of Europe and beyond. This high-octane five-piece play a wide variety of instruments with reckless abandon, forcing you to dance your socks off and have a good time!
MOULETTES are an English eclectic Art Rock band that combines elements of Rock, Prog, Folk and Pop. Their charismatic, idiosyncratic yet poppy brand of progressive, psychedelic neo-classical folk rock has enthralled crowds at many festivals as varied as Bestival, Glastonbury, End of the Road and Cropredy.
HONEYFEET are Manchester’s finest ethio-trad, folk-hop & barrelhouse-pop exponents have the skill, charm and (frankly) tunes to pull it all together into a joyful, foot-banging sound. Evoking the afro-funk of Mulatu Atstake, the exuberant folk of Flook, and the blues of Junior Wells. Honeyfeet have in Ríoghnach Connolly one of the most striking frontwomen on the scene at the moment.
DJ Dad will keep things flowing with his seemingly endless collection of great tunes!
]]>Local artist Stewy, visited Trinity to create a full-size stencil of DJ Derek, to help promote Trinity's Youth Music Training Programme.
The family and friends of Derek Serpell-Morris - better known as Bristol reggae-music legend DJ Derek - have been supporting Trinity's Youth Music Training Programme through a memorial fund set up in the late DJ's memory.
'Sweet Memory Sounds' helps to raise vital funds and donations to help keep Trinity's music training activities running, so that we can continue to provide opportunities for young people to engage with music - often at very challenging times in their lives - so that they can get back into learning and employment.
Artist Stewy is a keen supporter of the Trinity Community Arts charity and, when he heard about the work Sweet Memory Sounds have been doing to raise vital funds for Trinity's youth work, was keen to get involved and show his support.
The iconic image of DJ Derek - which has appeared in several locations across the city, marking some of his favourite places - is located in the Trinity Centre's Main Hall; a prominent position for visitors and gig-goers of the Trinity Centre to see and enjoy.
In addition to the mural, Stewy also donated 100 original DJ Derek screen-prints, to help raise funds for Trinity's youth music programme.
Emma Harvey, Centre Manager of Trinity said; "We're so grateful for all the support Sweet Memory Sounds have provided us so that we can continue our work with some of the most vulnerable young people in the city. As regular feature at Trinity gigs back-in-the-day, with Stewy's latest mural in place, this feels like a fitting tribute to Derek. We all want to say a massive thank you to Stewy plus to Jen, Mat and Derek's family for their continued support."
Trinity has a strong track record of skills development and training, providing music learning activities for 150 young people in 2015/2016 and supporting some of the most vulnerable and socially excluded young people:
“Trinity is important for me because it keeps me off the streets and gives me the space and time I need to express myself. It has helped me build my confidence and has challenged me to try things I don't usually do. They also helped me get a work experience placement.” Nail, Trinity music student (2015)
We have delivered music training to disengaged young people aged 16-25 since 2005; specialising in engaging young people who face barriers to participation and working with some of the most vulnerable and socially excluded. Our work is critical to our locality and fully supports our mission in empowering all areas of society to shape the arts and culture in their own communities.
Click here for more info about our programme.
Images - Stewy (Right); DJ Derek mural in Trinity's main hall (Left)
Images courtesy of ©Laure Noverraz
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