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The Vitreum
The Vitreum Arts Centre is an exciting resource for the students and school community. Dance, poetry and music performances by outside practitioners as well as our own students at lunchtimes and after school help us to enjoy and experience cultural and creative events on a regular basis.
The gallery showcases the work of local and national artists with an exhibition programme which complements the curriculum. Artists hold workshops and talks to further extend the students' learning.
Mr Gill, Director of Art, said: "The studio gallery provides a unique opportunity for our students to be inspired by the work of contemporary artists, across a range of media including 2D painting, sculpture, installations or video performance."
Capital of Culture artist Ben Johnson is Patron of the Vitreum. Ben visited the school in 2007 and captivated the audience with a talk about his life and work. He says:
A society without creativity is not a civilised society. Creativity is a gift we should nurture. It is the basis for our spiritual and material wellbeing. Our schools should provide the foundations and environment to develop the natural instinct of all civilised people which is to make and not destroy. There is no aspect of life that is not enriched by a sensitive soul and the beauty of the Arts is that they are accessible to all people and the spirit behind each work of art should inspire and uplift all who encounter it. The encouragement and fostering of creativity is a blessing. The future of society is in the hands of today's young people.
To see details of previous visiting artist please click here
