About us

We're a community arts programme bringing free creative activities to Newark and Sherwood.

Funded by Arts Council England and delivered by Newark and Sherwood District Council, our diverse programme covers everything from arts and crafts to music, heritage, theatre, dance, creative writing, and more.

Since our launch in 2023, our projects have encouraged people of all ages and abilities to get creative, connect with their community, and experience something new.

Along with our on-site events and exhibitions, you’ll find our team running activities in libraries, schools, parks, and other venues across the district.

Check out our current projects

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Our people

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Meet the Team

Meet the experienced project managers, producers, facilitators, and creative professionals, who bring the Open Doors programme to life.

Meet the Team

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Our board

Board members work with our team, ensuring our projects are the best they can be.

Meet the board

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Theatre learning facilitators

Say hello to the talented facilitators who help lead our schools’ sessions.

Meet our theatre learning facilitators

National Portfolio organisation

We’re one of 973 organisations funded by Arts Council England through its National Portfolio Investment Programme.

Launched in 2012, the National Portfolio Investment Programme supports arts organisations, museums, and libraries, and more. Their support helps us bring our creative and cultural activities to Newark and Sherwood.