What we do

Take Art is a pioneering arts charity, serving the towns, villages and rural communities of Somerset. We do this by providing opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to experience, participate and work within the arts.

live

We play a vital role in keeping villages alive and vibrant through our hugely successful rural touring scheme, which works by offering memorable live arts experiences to thousands of people across Somerset.

start

We provide opportunities for Somerset’s under fives and their families to take part in high quality arts experiences. Start works collaboratively locally, regionally and internationally to explore and enhance young children’s creativity and well-being.

music

With a focus on excellence, ambition and accessibility, Take Art Music is a brand new service, working with music partners, youth groups and schools across Somerset to deliver an exciting participatory programme of music for young people.

dance

We believe that dance is for everyone and anyone can dance. As the county dance agency we support high quality performance and participation throughout Somerset.

theatre

We dream of a county where artists, practitioners and companies are inspired to make, produce and present extraordinary theatre for the people who live in and around Somerset. Our job is to help make this happen.

What we do
Live
Start
Theatre
Dance
Music

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The Take Art Programme Jan- June 2012

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Second Round: Seed Fund

22 Jan 2012

The second round of applications for the seed fund for theatre and dance artists and companies is now OPEN. Its purpose is to help the dance and theatre sectors in Somerset to grow.

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Look inside the 2012 Jan-Jun Take Art Programme

04 Jan 2012

Packed with events, shows, workshops and features the new Take Art Programme is just one click away.

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Congratulations to Somerset Youth Dance Company

21 Dec 2011

Huge congratulations to Somerset Youth Dance Company, who have been selected to attend Dance South West's regional platform U.Dance South West 2012, held at Pavilion Dance, Bournemouth on 17 and 18 March 2012.

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Don’t Take Art Away

20 Dec 2011

After 25 years protecting and celebrating the Arts in Somerset, Take Art is facing its biggest funding crisis ever. A crisis that is threatening the heart of our hugely successful rural touring scheme and extraordinary work with dance, theatre and early years.

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Spring Forward 2012…

20 Dec 2011

Take Art announces dates for their youth dance performance platform, in association with U.Dance. Get your applications in now!

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Upcoming Events

8 Feb
- You’re Not Like The Other Girls ChrissyHatch Beauchamp Village Hall - 6:45pm ( bar & food)
9 Feb
- You’re Not Like The Other Girls ChrissyStawell Village Hall - 8:00pm
10 Feb
- You’re Not Like The Other Girls ChrissyChurchinford Village Hall - 8:00pm
11 Feb
- You’re Not Like The Other Girls ChrissyAshbrittle Village Hall - 7:30pm
12 Feb
- Circle of TalesMark Village Hall - 4:30pm
17 Feb
- Sheelanagig in ConcertWootton Courtenay Village Hall - 7:30pm
18 Feb
- Sheelanagig in ConcertCurry Mallet Village Hall - 8:00pm
22 Feb
- Small TalkSt Georges Hall, Hinton St George - 7:30pm
1 Mar
- LunaBruton - Sexeys School - 7:45pm
3 Mar
- Kid Carpet & The Noisy AnimalsCastle Cary Primary School - 3:00pm
4 Mar
- Kid Carpet & The Noisy AnimalsMilborne Port Village Hall - 3:00pm
8 Mar
- OdysseyChurchinford Village Hall - 8:00pm
9 Mar
- Rural Touring Workshops: On the RoadThe Williams Hall - Stoke St Gregory - 10am - 5pm
9 Mar
- OdysseyChaffcombe Village Hall - 7:30pm
10 Mar
- OdysseyNeroche Hall - 8:00pm
11 Mar
- Circle of TalesSt Georges Hall, Hinton St George - 3:30pm
14 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyHolford & District Village Hall - 7:30pm
15 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyStoke St Mary Village Hall - 7:30pm
16 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyClapton & Wayford Village Hall - 7:30pm
17 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyThe Davis Hall, West Camel - 7:30pm
18 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyWellington Arts Centre - 7:30pm
21 Mar
- A Beacon of Sound and Light - Wed 21 to Fri 23 Mar
22 Mar
- Twisted Toons: The Music of Raymond ScottChilthorne Domer Recreation Centre - 7:00pm
22 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyAshbrittle Village Hall - 7:30pm
23 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyNorth Cadbury Village Hall - 7:30pm
23 Mar
- Twisted Toons: The Music of Raymond ScottKilve Village Hall - 7:30pm
24 Mar
- Jurassic JourneyKingsdon Village Hall - 7:30pm
26 Mar
- Spring Forward 2012…Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre - 7.30pm
27 Mar
- Spring Forward 2012…Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre - 7.30pm
8 May
- Creative Speed DatingTacchi-Morris Arts Centre - 7.30-9.30pm
10 May
- LightstreamOctagon Theatre - 10:00am and 1:00pm
14 May
- LightstreamTacchi-Morris Arts Centre - 10:00am and 1:00pm
17 May
- Spring Forward 2012…Octagon Theatre - 7.30pm
12 Jun
- Mr & Mrs SommerflügelTacchi-Morris Arts Centre - 1:00pm
12 Jun
- Mr & Mrs SommerflügelTacchi-Morris Arts Centre - 10:00am

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