Get Involved
The arts scene is thriving. Music of every type, visual arts groups, classes, exhibitions, theatre and performance arts. Here are some ideas which may inspire you to get involved.
Grants
The photograph above is by Martin Sarre (www.poshpix.net)
Guernsey Arts and its fundraising arm Arts Foundation Guernsey distribute grants to support local arts in all its forms, from small community projects to major festival events. If you have an idea of something that you would like to discuss funding support for, get in touch. Call Russ Fossey on 01481 229747 or download the documentation. Guernsey Arts Grant Application Form and Guidance Notes
Donate & Sponsor
Art, music, literature and performance are the life blood of our community. Guernsey Arts plays a key role in its development and promotion, but it depends on your generosity in order to do more. The Arts Foundation Guernsey is the fund raising arm of Guernsey Arts and has many ways for you to donate or sponsor. Find out how you can make a difference Arts Foundation Guernsey
Volunteering
Volunteering to help for particular activities or to support events in the arts can be fun, rewarding and very valuable to the community. If you would like to join our volunteer community please get in touch. [email protected]
Busking
Busking brings vibrancy to the streets of St Peter Port and great opportunity for musicians and performance artists to develop their performance skills. Guernsey Arts organises and issues the permits for busking in St Peter Port. Why not give it a go. Please contact us [email protected] or download the forms here Busking Guidelines & Busking Application Form.
Workshops
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19th JanuaryWorkshops4 week courseModern Crochet for Beginners with Lydia Tedde
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25th JanuaryWorkshopsIris and Dora WorkshopJoyful Paint Along Inspired by Bob Ross
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18th JanuaryWorkshopsAt the Guille-Allès LibraryWriters Workshop
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22nd JanuaryWorkshopsSOPM Ukulele Band - every SaturdaySOPM Ukulele Band
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20th JanuaryWorkshopsPottery Painting Evening at Iris and DoraLate Night Pottery Painting
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19th JanuaryWorkshopsAt the Guernsey Museum every Wednesday and ThursdayMini Muses
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17th JanuaryWorkshopsAt Beau Sejour's Healthy Lifestyle StudioB Creative Adult Hip Hop 6 Week Course
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19th JanuaryWorkshopsJoin for singing, rhymes and stories every WednesdayRhyme Together
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20th JanuaryWorkshopsIris and Dora WorkshopKids Take The Wheel: 5 Week Pottery Course
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17th JanuaryWorkshopsExploring still life through mixed media at Styx and KGVArts For Impact 10 Week Workshop: "InShape - feeling better through Art"
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20th JanuaryWorkshopsCraft and Coffee Morning every ThursdayCraft and Coffee Morning
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22nd JanuaryWorkshopsSOPM Mini Music Lessons - every SaturdaySOPM Mini Music Sessions
Clubs
The Islands have an array of different arts groups and clubs. A great way to meet like minded people and develop your skills and get involved.
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ClubsGuernsey SalsaGuernsey Salsa
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ClubsGuernsey Folk ClubGuernsey Folk Club
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ClubsGuernsey Chamber ChoirGuernsey Chamber Choir
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ClubsGuernsey PoetsGuernsey Poets
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ClubsGuernsey Jazz OrchestraGuernsey Jazz Orchestra
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ClubsThe Guernsey Bach ChoirThe Guernsey Bach Choir
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ClubsGuernsey Photographic ClubGuernsey Photographic Club
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ClubsRainbow ChorusRainbow Chorus
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ClubsGuernsey Glee SingersGuernsey Glee Singers
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ClubsGuernsey Ballroom ClubGuernsey Ballroom Club
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ClubsLa Rocque ChoirLa Rocque Choir
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ClubsPrism Photography ClubPrism Photography Club
Organisations
Here you will find the many organisations that support the arts, along with the commercial schools and festival organisations.
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OrganisationsSchool Of Popular MusicSchool Of Popular Music
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OrganisationsGuernsey Symphony OrchestraGuernsey Symphony Orchestra
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OrganisationsGuernsey Photography Festival Sponsors: Raven Property Group, Guernsey Arts Commission, Guernsey MuseumsGuernsey Photography Festival
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OrganisationsPromoting the appreciation and enjoyment of literature on the Channel Island of AlderneyThe Alderney Literary Trust
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OrganisationsAn annual celebration of all areas of the arts in GuernseyThe Guernsey Eisteddfod
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OrganisationsRaising funds for the ARTS in GUERNSEYArts Foundation Guernsey
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OrganisationsFreaky Geese TheatreFreaky Geese Theatre
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Organisations"Societal Impact through Creativity’Arts For Impact
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OrganisationsAlderney Performing Arts FestivalAlderney Performing Arts Festival Foundation
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OrganisationsThirst Music SchoolThirst Music School
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OrganisationsMusic Theatre GuernseyMusic Theatre Guernsey
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OrganisationsA charitable organisation that brings renowned artists to the island for cultural reasonsArt for Guernsey
Donate & Sponsor
The Arts have played a significant role during the pandemic. Visual Arts, music, drama, literature and the vibrant performing arts sector are the lifeblood of our community. As a charity, Guernsey Arts depends heavily on the generosity of companies, trusts, foundations and the general public. Our fundraising arm, The Arts Foundation Guernsey needs your support to help us to widen the scope and increase the impact of the arts in Guernsey.
There are three ways to donate:
- By making a one-off donation (Donate)
- By becoming a Friend of Guernsey Arts
- By remembering the Foundation in your Will
Find out more about how you can support the arts in Guernsey Arts Foundation Guernsey
AFG fundraising events and projects support a wide range of exhibitions, festivals, artists and events across the arts. Your support can be broad or targeted to a specific activity or event.
Past arts events sponsored by AFG include a wide range of disciplines, such as the examples below:
- Regular exhibitions by emerging and established local artists at the greenhouse gallery.
- Gala theatre production of GROWTH, in partnership with MUG to raise male health awareness.
- Training opportunities for up and coming musicians
- Public Art commissions
- Guernsey’s film premieres of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
- Arts Sunday, Art on the Beach and other public events
- A musical Cabaret Evening at St James staged by OperaUpClose
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DonateYou’ll be taken directly to the AFG/GAC’s donation page. You can donate any amount, let us know if you want it directed anywhere and add a short note or do it completely anonymously if you wish. We thank you for your support.