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SUMMARY:Art Exhibition: Line & Texture
DESCRIPTION:Line & Texture: 4 Decades of Work (1986–2026)\nElaine Foster-Gandey\n22 April – 13 June 2026 \nA new exhibition by Elaine Foster-Gandey presents four decades of work exploring the expressive possibilities of line and texture across painting\, textiles\, ceramics\, print and sculpture. \nSpanning the years 1986 to 2026\, Line & Texture: 4 Decades of Work brings together a rich selection of works that reveal a sustained and evolving engagement with mark-making\, surface\, and material. Whether drawn\, stitched\, printed or formed\, line acts as both structure and language\, while texture becomes a tactile record of process and time. \nWorking fluidly across disciplines\, Foster-Gandey blurs the boundaries between fine art and craft. Textiles echo drawn marks; ceramics hold imprinted gestures; paintings and prints reveal layered surfaces built through repetition and intuition. Seen together\, these works chart both continuity and change\, offering insight into an enduring and exploratory practice. \nThe exhibition includes paintings\, drawings\, prints\, ceramics and handmade cards\, with accessible pricing inviting a wide audience to engage with original work. \nExhibition details:\nDates: Wednesday 22 April – Sunday 13 June 2026\nOpening hours: Wednesday – Saturday\, 10am – 5pm\nVenue: Elaine Foster-Gandey Art\n15 Queen St\,\nLostwithiel\,\nPL22 0AD \nPrices:\nCards from £3\nPrints £5–£10\nDrawings £5–£250\nPaintings £25–£300\nCeramics from £35 \nFor further information\, images or interview requests\, please contact the gallery directly.
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LOCATION:Lostwithiel\, Lostwithiel\, Cornwall\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:English Music Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:At: Dartington Hall\, Totnes\, Devon\, TQ9 6EL \nAfter nineteen years\, The English Music Festival (EMF) is embarking on an exciting new chapter as it prepares to delight audiences in the spectacular setting of Dartington Hall in Devon. Over four days\, from 22nd to 25th May\, world-class musicians will present masterpieces of English music in the beautiful Great Hall in a programme that promises to intrigue. \nThe EMF champions the brilliance\, beauty and rich heritage of English music\, with a particular focus on the Golden Renaissance (C19 – C20). Through its twenty years the EMF has staged world premieres by composers such as Elgar\, Delius\, Holst and Vaughan Williams\, as well as commissioning new works. \nMoving to Dartington Hall\, the EMF brings its mission to a wider audience. The fourteenth-century medieval estate provides a unique experience in an intimate\, historic atmosphere that audiences and artists value highly. For much of the twentieth century\, Dartington was a hub of musical and cultural activity\, and the EMF is delighted to be playing a part in renewing this tradition.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/english-music-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Dartington Hall\, Dartington\, TQ9 6EL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Concert,Festival,Music
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SUMMARY:Discovery Festival
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Festival 2026 is almost here\, with thousands of music fans set to descend on Central Park from 12–14 June for Plymouth’s biggest weekend of live music.\nThe iconic headline line-up includes pop superstars Five\, indie rock icons The Libertines and 80s legends Level 42.\nThey are supported across the three days by world-class artists including OMD\, Blue\, and Feeder.\nWith a career spanning over 25 years\, boyband sensation Five are known for energetic feel-good hits including Keep On Movin’\, Everybody Get Up and If Ya Gettin’ Down.\nFollowing their much-anticipated comeback tour\, they are set to deliver a singalong-packed performance on Friday 12 June\, featuring all the crowd-pleasing classics and choreography fans love.\nThe band said: “Headlining Friday in Plymouth feels incredible for us. Having last performed in Plymouth in 2013 we can’t wait to see you all again.\n“The love we’ve felt on this comeback tour has been overwhelming and reminded us just how special our fans are. We can’t wait to bring that energy to Discovery Festival and open the weekend in style.”\nThen\, on Saturday June 13 it’s time to dig out your leg warmers and neon accessories for ‘80s Calling! which is going to be more feel-good and fun than ever.\nAmazing artists include jazz funk powerhouses Level 42\, synth pop duo Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) and pop legend Kim Wilde.\nLevel 42’s slick musicianship and infectious grooves made them one of the UK’s biggest acts of the decade. With hits like Lessons in Love\, Something About You and Running in the Family\, they’re renowned for their tight live performances and feel-good energy. Fans can expect a show full of punchy basslines\, soaring melodies and all the hits that shaped a generation.\nAdding even more 80s magic\, chart-topping icon Nik Kershaw\, smooth-pop favourites Johnny Hates Jazz and new wave legends Altered Images promise non-stop nostalgia and sing along moments to complete the day.\nRounding off an epic weekend of festival magic\, on Sunday June 14\, are indie rock legends The Libertines who have cemented their status as one of the most influential bands of their generation.\nFans can expect a set packed with classics such as Don’t Look Back Into the Sun and Can’t Stand Me Now.\nThey will be joined on the final day by rock stalwarts Feeder\, indie favourites Maximo Park and rising punk-rock force Kid Kapichi.\nLiz Hobbs MBE\, CEO of Discovery Festival Ltd\, said: “We’re over the moon to be returning to Plymouth this summer after a few years away. We’re delighted to bring Discovery Festival back to this wonderful city.”\n“It is an incredible line-up\, and we have no doubt these world-class bands will have festival-goers dancing\, cheering\, and singing every anthem loud and proud. There is truly something for everyone.”\nDon’t miss your chance to be part of Plymouth’s biggest weekend of live music this summer!\nTickets are now on sale with 1-day\, 2-day and 3-day weekend tickets available.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/discovery-festival/
LOCATION:Plymouth Central Park\, Plymouth Central Park\, Plymouth\, PL2 3DQ
CATEGORIES:Arts,Concert,Devon,Festival,Music
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