Featured Events in Gloucester in November, 2024 (May Updated)

October Gallery presents Nature Morte, a new solo exhibition by Eddy Kamuanga Ilunga, one of the most exciting contemporary artists from the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Kamuanga’s fourth solo show at October Gallery, his striking paintings explore the hidden consequences of the toxic waste-matter that is poisoning the environment upon which local Congolese communities are dependent for survival and the basic necessities of life. Information Source: October Gallery | eventbrite

Precious Metal Clay: Silver Jewellery Workshop Sunday 17th November 11am-3pm | £50 | Adult workshop Refreshments provided Notice: Please be aware that at the point of checkout eventbrite will charge a transaction fee. To avoid this, kindly reach out to the gallery directly and make your booking via phone. If you are purchasing this workshop as a gift, please email outreach@missiongallery.co.uk to request a downloadable gift voucher. -- Artist bio: Helen Kenna Helen has a BA and MA in glass from Swansea College of Art, alongside a Post-Graduate Teaching Degree in Education and teach Art and Design. However after training for a City and Guilds in PMC (Precious Metal Clay) Jewellery making at Swansea College, and then Beginner to Advanced levels in traditional silversmithing techniques, it was actually silver jewellery making that led to Helen Kenna Creations as a business startup in 2013. She now have much pleasure in running her own classes in Jewellery making and stained glass. Outline Join your tutor Helen Kenna and learn how to make jewellery using 7g of silverclay in this workshop! You will learn about Precious Metal Clay and get loads of useful tips as you go along on using this 999 fine silver clay (sterling silver is 925) to create a pendant, earrings, or even both if you prefer smaller jewellery items. In the workshop you will learn background information about Precious Metal Clay and looking at a range of jewellery showing its versatility. With demonstrations including mould making and how to pattern and shape the precious metal clay. You will decide on your design, chosen shape/textures and make a mould of your desired piece. Feel free to bring along a small trinket, shell, button (between sizes of a 5 - 10p piece) that you would like in silver - a selection will be available to use. When ready, these will be put on hotplates to dry. During the drying time, A demonstration of how to make and attach a bail (the part you put a chain through) will be given. You will have to sand and tidy your pieces as well as create and add your bails. These will go back on the hotplate whilst a demo of blowtorching is given. Then using a small blow torch, each participant will heat their pieces on firing bricks for approx 5 minutes. Last, but not least, all pieces will be polished for 10 minutes in the tumbler while we clear up our work areas and give yourselves a huge pat on the back! -- High quality artist led workshops are at the heart of what we do here at Mission Gallery. Every ticket purchase contributes towards our Outreach Programme and supports fair compensation for our talented artists. Due to our venue’s capacity, spaces are limited. If you book onto one of our workshops we would ask you to honour your commitment to attend. We aim for our workshops to be as accessible as possible, but would ask that you make a donation on the day if you can. Please consider contributing if you are able to support the future workshop and education programmes at Mission Gallery. For further information please contact Megan Leigh, Learning & Engagement Coordinator, on 01792 652016 or email megan@missiongallery.co.uk Materials are provided, limited places, booking is essential. Please inform us of any access requirements, allergies or medical conditions. Access is by one-step entry from pavement level through our main entrance. The workshops will take place in the gallery and education space located on the first floor of the gallery. Due to building limitations access to the first floor education space is via steep stairs. Staff are on hand to provide assistance if needed. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Clai Metel Gwerthfawr: Gweithdy Gemwaith Arian Dydd Sul 17 Tachwedd 11am-3pm | £50 | Gweithdy i Oedolion Nodyn: Pan fyddwch yn dod at y dudalen taliad fe fydd eventbrite yn ychwanegu ffi ychwanegol. I osgoi hwn, cysylltwch gyda'r oriel yn uniongyrchol a bwcio dros y ffôn Os ydych chi’n prynu'r gweithdy hwn fel anrheg, anfonwch ebost at outreach@missiongallery.co.uk i wneud cais am docyn i'w lawrlwytho. -- Bywgraffiad yr artist: Helen Kenna Mae gan Helen BA ac MA mewn gwydr o Goleg Celf Abertawe, ynghyd â Thystysgrif Addysg i Raddedigion mewn Celf a Dylunio. Fodd bynnag, ar ôl hyfforddi am City and Guilds mewn Gemwaith Clai Metel Gwerthfawr yng Ngholeg Abertawe, ac yna lefelau Dechreuwr i Uwch mewn technegau gof arian traddodiadol, roedd gemwaith arian wedi arwain at greu’r busnes newydd Helen Kenna Creations yn 2013. Mae hi bellach yn cael llawer o bleser yn cynnal ei dosbarthiadau ei hun mewn gwneud gemwaith a gwydr lliw. Amlinelliad Ymunwch â’ch tiwtor Helen Kenna i ddysgu sut i wneud gemwaith gan ddefnyddio 7g o glai arian yn y gweithdy hwn! Byddwch yn dysgu am Glai Metel Gwerthfawr ac yn cael llawer o awgrymiadau defnyddiol ar ddefnyddio’r clai arian mân 999 (925 yw arian pur) i greu pendant, clustdlysau, neu hyd yn oed y ddau os yw’n well gennych eitemau llai o emwaith. Cyflwyniadau ac arddangosiadau- Yn y 30 munud cyntaf o'r gweithdy byddwch yn cael gwybodaeth gefndirol am Glai Metel Gwerthfawr ac yn edrych ar amrywiaeth o emwaith sy’n dangos ei hyblygrwydd. Yna rhoddir dau arddangosiad, gan gynnwys gwneud mowldiau a sut i batrymu a siapio’r clai metel gwerthfawr. Dyluniad- Byddwch yn cael tua 15 - 20 munud i benderfynu ar eich dyluniad, dewis y siâp/gwead, a gwneud mowld o’r darn o’ch dewis. Mae croeso i chi ddod ag addurn bach, cragen, botwm (rhwng maint darnau 5 - 10c) yr hoffech ei gael mewn arian - bydd detholiad ar gael i'w defnyddio. Creu- Byddwch yn greadigol! Byddwch yn cael tua 45 munud i greu eich syniadau. Pan fydd y rhain yn barod, byddant yn cael eu rhoi ar blatiau poeth i sychu am ryw 10 munud. Yn ystod y cyfnod sychu, dangosir sut mae gwneud ac atodi’r bar (y darn yr ydych yn rhoi cadwyn drwyddi). Y cyffyrddiadau olaf- Byddwch yn cael 30 i 40 munud i sandio a thacluso eich darnau, yn ogystal â chreu ac ychwanegu eich barrau. Bydd y rhain yn mynd yn ôl ar y plât poeth tra byddwch yn gwylio arddangosiad o ddefnyddio chwythlamp. Yna, mewn grwpiau o 3 neu 4, gan ddefnyddio chwythlamp fach, bydd pawb yn cynhesu ei ddarnau ar friciau tanio am tua 5 munud. Yn olaf, ond nid y lleiaf, bydd yr holl ddarnau’n cael eu sgleinio am 10 munud yn y teclyn twmblo tra byddwn ni’n clirio ein mannau gwaith ac yn rhoi clod mawr i ni ein hunain! -- Mae gweithdai o ansawdd uchel sy’n cael eu harwain gan artistiaid yn ganolig i’r gwaith rydyn ni’n ei wneud yma yn Oriel Mission. Mae pob tocyn sy’n cael eu prynu’n cyfrannu at ein Rhaglen Allgymorth, ac mae’n cefnogi iawndal teg i’n hartistiaid talentog. Oherwydd capasiti ein lleoliad, mae lleoedd yn brin. Os byddwch yn cadw lle yn un o'n gweithdai, gofynnwn i chi gadw at eich ymrwymiad i fod yn bresennol. Rydym eisiau i’n gweithdai fod mor hygyrch â phosibl ond rydym yn gofyn i chi roi cyfraniad ariannol ar y diwrnod os gallwch chi. Ystyriwch gyfrannu os gallwch chi er mwyn cefnogi’r gweithdai a’r rhaglenni addysg yn Oriel Mission yn y dyfodol. I gael rhagor o wybodaeth, cysylltwch â Megan Leigh, Cydlynydd Dysgu ac Ymgysylltu, ar 01792 652016 neu anfonwch e-bost at megan@missiongallery.co.uk Rhowch wybod i ni am unrhyw ofynion o ran mynediad, alergeddau neu gyflyrau meddygol. O ran mynediad, mae un gris o’r palmant i lawr ein prif fynedfa. Cynhelir y gweithdai yn y gofod addysg ar lawr cyntaf yr oriel. Oherwydd cyfyngiadau’r adeilad, mae mynediad i’r ystafell addysg ar y llawr cyntaf ar risiau serth. Mae staff wrth law i roi cymorth os oes angen. Information Source: Mission Gallery | eventbrite

In this relaxed one-hour afternoon concert, BVA presents a selection of opera and operetta choruses including works by Donizetti, Tchaikovsky, Verdi and Johann Strauss, along with arias sung by young opera stars of tomorrow. Please join us! Conducted by our chorus master Lindsay Bramley, with piano accompaniment from our artistic director, Gary Matthewman. Ticket prices include a drink following the concert. Information Source: Brunswick Vocal Arts | eventbrite

Welcome to the **Boy George Tribute** event! Join us at Wotton Hall Social Club Limited for a night filled with fantastic music and nostalgic vibes. Get ready to dance and sing along to all of Boy George's greatest hits performed by our talented tribute artist. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, so grab your friends and come on down for a great time! Don't miss out on this incredible tribute to one of the music industry's most iconic artists. Information Source: Phil phillips | eventbrite

Experience an unforgettable evening at the "Solos and Duos on World AIDS Day: Concert of classical music" in London. This prestigious event will take place at the renowned October Gallery, located at 24 Old Gloucester Street, London, WC1N 3AL on November 30, 2024. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing performances of talented musicians as they come together to raise awareness for World AIDS Day through the power of classical music. Don't miss this opportunity to show your support and enjoy an evening of beautiful melodies in a captivating setting.

Explore Gloucester-Hartpury Women's RFC v Sale Sharks Women sporting information for 3rd November, as well as more Rugby Union times with Fixture Calendar. Gloucester-Hartpury Women's RFC is a prominent Rugby Union team that plays in the Women's Premier 15s league, the top level of women's rugby in England. The team was formed in 2018 through a partnership between Gloucester Rugby and Hartpury College, bringing together the best players from both clubs. Known for their strong and dynamic style of play, the team has consistently performed well in the Premier 15s, finishing in the top four in the 2019-2020 season. They have also won the National Cup three times, and were runners-up in the Premier 15s in 2021. Some notable players on the team include Rhi Parker, a Welsh international, and Ti Tauasosi, a New Zealand international. The team plays their home games at the prestigious Kingsholm Stadium, which also serves as the home ground for Gloucester Rugby, one of the oldest and most successful teams in English rugby. Sale Sharks Women is the leading female rugby union team in the North West of England. They compete in the Tyrells Premier 15s, which is the top-tier domestic competition in women's rugby. The team has a strong track record, having reached the playoffs in three out of the four seasons since its inception in 2018. The Sharks Women also boast a number of talented players, including several international players such as England's Katy Daley-McLean and Scotland's Jodie Ounsley. They play their home games at Heywood Road, a historic rugby ground with a capacity of 4,000. In 2020, Sale Sharks Women were awarded the Bronze Diversity and Inclusion Award by the Rugby Football Union, showcasing their commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity in sport. With a dedicated and skillful team, as well as a fantastic home ground, the Sale Sharks Women are a force to be reckoned with in the world of women's rugby union. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

Join the conversation between Eddy Kamuanga (artist), and Hannah O’Leary, ( Senior Director, Head of Modern & Contemporary African Art at Sotheby’s), as they unpack the ideas behind the artist’s work and new solo exhibition Nature Morte at October Gallery. The artist’s paintings are informed by the disturbing reports about the harmful impacts of industrial mining processes on food production, human health and local biodiversity in Katanga in the Central part of the DRC, to where Kamuanga’s father and mother both trace their origins. The event will take place in the gallery’s ground floor and has disabled access. About Eddy Kamuanga Ilunga. Kamuanga’s work has been exhibited internationally at institutions including the Saatchi Gallery, UK; Kunsthaus, Graz, Austria; Frist Art Museum, Nashville, TN, USA; Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham, UK; and the Royal Academy of Arts, London, UK. His work is in important private and public collections including: Private Collection Laurence Graff OBE; Zeitz Collection of Zeitz MOCAA, Cape Town, South Africa; the Hood Museum of Art, Hanover, USA; Pizzuti Collection of the Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus, USA; the Norval Foundation, Cape Town, South Africa; and Scheryn Art Collection, Cape Town, South Africa. Information Source: October Gallery | eventbrite

Drag Arty Brunch Party Get ready for a fabulous afternoon at Galgos Latino! Join us on Sat, Nov 23, 2024 at 12:30 PM for a one-of-a-kind event that lets your creative juices flow as you create your own pop-art drag persona on canvas, led by Art-Coach & Artist, Brydie, from Paint Pot Parties Ltd. Whilst being entertained by Latina Ballroom, winner of Drag Wars '24, sipping cocktails and enjoying a delicious brunch. Don't miss out on this unique experience that promises to be full of fun, laughter and creativity! Location: Galgos Latino What's Included: All materials for a art-coach led Pop-Art workshop, Drag entertainment, a cocktail & brunch (a selection of filled rolls and tortilla chips & dip) Please let us know any dietary requirements upon booking! We will be in touch to collect menu choices shortly once you have your tickets. Information Source: Paint Pot Parties Ltd | eventbrite

Starting at gomi, 45 Gloucester Street at 18:00, and running along the seafront and back again. We will go for drinks at Vine Street Tap afterwards to continue creative chat / networking. The gomi studio will be locked if you want to store your bags whilst running, and there is toilets if you want to get changed. See you there! Information Source: CREATIVES RUN* | eventbrite

Experience the magic of the winter season at the Winter Craft Club in Maritime Quarter. Hosted at the Mission Gallery on Gloucester Place, this event is a celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Join us on November 30, 2024, for a day filled with hands-on crafting activities and workshops. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere as you create unique and beautiful winter-themed crafts. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a beginner, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the Winter Craft Club. Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and make lasting memories in the heart of Maritime Quarter.

Explore Gloucester-Hartpury Women's RFC v Bristol Bears Women sporting information for 30th November, as well as more Rugby Union times with Fixture Calendar. Gloucester-Hartpury Women's RFC is a prominent Rugby Union team that plays in the Women's Premier 15s league, the top level of women's rugby in England. The team was formed in 2018 through a partnership between Gloucester Rugby and Hartpury College, bringing together the best players from both clubs. Known for their strong and dynamic style of play, the team has consistently performed well in the Premier 15s, finishing in the top four in the 2019-2020 season. They have also won the National Cup three times, and were runners-up in the Premier 15s in 2021. Some notable players on the team include Rhi Parker, a Welsh international, and Ti Tauasosi, a New Zealand international. The team plays their home games at the prestigious Kingsholm Stadium, which also serves as the home ground for Gloucester Rugby, one of the oldest and most successful teams in English rugby. Bristol Bears Women is a professional rugby union team that represents Bristol in the Allianz Premier 15s, the top-flight women's rugby union league in England. The team was founded in 1986 and has since become one of the most successful and well-respected women's rugby teams in the country. Over the years, the Bears have won numerous awards and titles, including the RFU Women's Senior Cup in 2018. The team is made up of a talented roster of players from both local and international backgrounds, with many also representing their respective national teams. The Bears play their home games at the state-of-the-art Ashton Gate Stadium, which has a capacity of 27,000 and provides an electrifying atmosphere for fans. With their impressive track record and dedicated fan base, Bristol Bears Women are a force to be reckoned with in the world of women's rugby. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

Experience an unforgettable evening of classical music at the "Solos and Duos on the eve of World AIDS Day" concert in London. Taking place at the prestigious October Gallery on 24 Old Gloucester Street, this event is a must-see for music enthusiasts. Mark your calendars for November 30, 2024, and immerse yourself in a captivating musical journey featuring talented soloists and duos. Don't miss this opportunity to support a meaningful cause while enjoying a night of beautiful melodies in a stunning venue.