Save the date for our creative business focused event. Whether you're a local freelancer, curious entrepreneur, or an individual looking to connect with like-minded individuals in the cultural sector, this is the perfect event for you.

We are pleased to confirm we will be joined by some inspirational speakers for our #3 Join The Dots...

Theresa Poulton is a member and representative of Artists’ Union England.

AUE is an active union that is constantly campaigning, producing resources and signposting opportunites for its members. Find out the benefits and resorces and opportunities that you can access.

Anna Byrne is the Strategy and Operations Director of The Auxilliary, NPO

Anna Byrne studied scriptwriting and film at Galway Institute of Technology. After graduating she worked in costume and set design in theatre and directed several short films. She moved to Berlin in 2011 to focus on writing and film making. She moved to Tees Valley in 2016. She is the managing director of The Auxiliary and Middlesbrough Art Weekender

Our spotlight moment proved to be a hit on the last session so we will provide the support (for those who want it) to showcase work, opportunities or current projects within a welcoming environment. Open disscusions will follow fo rthose pressing questions, issues, support for those who want to take advantage of having so many inspiring people in a room.

Please join us on May 22nd , 6.pm at the BIS, Hartlepool

The full agenda will be shared ahead of the event.

This event is delivered in partnership with BloomInArt, Northern School of Art and Arts Council England.

Access Needs:

When you register for this event, please let us know any access requirements you have.

During the event we will be inviting you to listen to speakers, engage in a roundtable style group discussion with optional participation of your thoughts, project updates and any other relevant information. If you would prefer to share your questions or project updates with us directly for us to share on your behalf on the evening then please email info@bloominart.co.uk
There will be a quiet space available.

Event accessibility:

The venue address is: The Bis, Whitby Street, Hartlepool, TS247AD

Dover Street car park is free after 6pm.

There'll be nibbles, tea, coffee, wine as well as non-alcoholic wine.

Join the Dots #3 (BSL available on request)