The Rising
An ambitious programme of events showcasing new art, media and performances that are aimed at, but not exclusively for, 18-30 year olds.
Starting with The Rising (begins) in November 2021 - a series of events where you could enjoy an evening of immersive theatre, film, spoken-word, music, food and drink and much more!
Our events in November will be the first step towards The Rising. A festival produced for, by and with young people in Worcester, currently programmed for 2022!
The Rising (begins)
Friday 12, Saturday 20, Sunday 28 November
Friday - 7pm, Saturday - 6pm, Sunday - 2pm
FREE (Limited Spaces)
Creatives call-out for The Rising (begins)
Closing date for proposals - 5pm Tuesday 28 September
We are looking for original artwork or a significant development of an earlier piece, or a creative idea that can be presented as part of this year’s The Rising (begins) test event programme in November.
We hope to build a bank of programmable work which will be ready next year, that might be taken forward to programme as they build the full festival, The Rising, for the target age group, currently planned for November in 2022.
We are interested in works, projects or ideas that explore and respond to themes that are relevant to young people, unique, innovative, off-the-wall, creative, radical and/or energetic.
We want to represent as many types of art/creativity as possible, from Dance, Music and Spoken word to Free running, VR and Graffiti.
Please read our Creatives Call Out document (various formats available) for more detailed information about this PAID opportunity and how to submit your proposal.
The Rising (begins) - Creatives Call Out - FULL document
The Rising (begins) - Creatives Call Out - SHORT document
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The Rising (begins) - Creatives Call Out - Audio Version
Watch The Rising (begins)
Join us for three FREE events full of innovative and off the wall artwork on Friday 12th, Saturday 20th, Sunday 28th in November 2021.
Each The Rising (begins) event will be held in an ‘unusual’ venue in Worcester City, each with its own theme from performing arts and live contemporary music to digital media & technology.
Come to our extraordinary and refreshing mixed-arts test events in November and sit back as you revel in some of the most exciting new work in Worcestershire.
Register your interest by filling in our short sign up form below.
Sign up here to hear more about The Rising (begins)
Volunteering opportunity
We are always looking for enthusiastic and approachable volunteers to help us stage unforgettable events. No experience is necessary, applicants just need to be over 18, energetic and enjoy meeting and helping others.
FAQs
Do you have disabled parking?
There is no event specific disabled parking. Please use regular City Centre disabled parking as usual. More information can be found on Worcester City Council website.
How much is the event?
Most of the festival will be free to attend, there may be some paid events.
Will there be photographers?
We have an official festival media team taking videos and photographs across the event to use for our publicity purposes as well as for the project evaluation.
Where are the nearest car parks?
There is no event specific parking, please use City Centre car parks as usual. More information can be found on Worcester City Council website.