FRIENDS OF LONG DIVISION
The highlight of 2013's Fringe returns. Greenmount Studios will record a live album, this time by Wakefield band Piskie Sits, to 2 inch tape whilst the audience wears wireless headsets, hearing the actual mix perfected live. And if you want, you can then buy a copy of the very record, right there and then.
After a potentially long and heavy night at the Saturday of Long Division, have a cup of tea or coffee on us (by showing your Saturday wristband), amongst acoustic performance, gardens and art installation.
Long Division will be the first major event to take place in Unity Works, a building with an immense history. Local photographer John Jowett has documented daily the restoration, which began in October 2013, and will display his choice shots here.
A week prior to The Orangery's third Wakefield Lit Fest, Long Division has teamed up to bring music / literature crossovers to the Fringe. Hear, see and meet journalist and musician John Robb at 1pm (Louder Than War / The Membranes) and Saturday performers Candy Says at 2:15pm.
Great local labels Philophobia Music, Clue Records and Of National Importance Records + promoter Sticky Shoes combine to bring a day of music of Wakefield's secret musical street.
Great local labels Philophobia Music, Clue Records and Of National Importance Records + promoter Sticky Shoes combine to bring a day of music of Wakefield's secret musical street.
Matt Abbott (A Firm Of Poets / Skint & Demoralised) leads a workshop on creative writing and performance in all its forms, upstairs in the new arts & vintage shop he co-created this year.
Award winning Wakefield Animator Charlotte Blacker welcomes you to learn and take part in various animation methods, from meticulous stop-motion to quick iPad based loops.
Harry Rhodes (St Gregory Orange, The Ainlsey Band, Piskie Sits) produces many of his band's records in his home studio. For one day that studio moves to Wood Street, where you can learn about his techniques, approaches, equipment, and perhaps even make a recording yourself...
Bringing Wood Street to life on a usually lazy Sunday afternoon, this performance / interactive workshop will show off the history, skill and joy of this traditional but hugely popular music form.
Come along and try your hand at mosaic making (and possibly painting too – why not?). With all materials paid for, there is no excuse not to make yourself a little memento of your Long Division weekend.
A variety of local restaurant and street food vendors will mix with local craft makers and pop up stalls from local business to show off the depth of culinary and cultural ability in the Merrie City.
You are a musician. You've got a few local gigs. You've maybe recorded your first EP. Maybe you've just played Long Division. But what next? Our industry panel of will offer performers advice in taking the next step in a musical career. Hosted by Whiskas (Leeds Unconference) with special guest panel.
Local musician? Submit your music and come along on the day to have it played before a room of peers and panel of experts, who will offer guidance, suggestions, contacts and take questions from the floor. A unique opportunity to speak 1 to 1 with industry people. Hosted by Whiskas (Unconference) with special guest panel.
Collecting together the works created on Wood Street over the day, this variety style performance will mix poetry, music, spoken word and who knows what else!
Faceless Theatre Company will perform their unique and interactive theatre piece 'Snailympics'.
Taproom Theatre Productions are proud to present 'On The Back Of A Beermat', a collection of plays by Yew Tree Arts. Nothing quite does it like a pint and chat. A collection of moments captured in and around the pubs of Wakefield. Enjoy a stroll and a pint with a side order of quality local theatre. Performances at 1:20pm, 2:10pm and 3pm.
Top Five Studios will work with an artist over the course of the Fringe Festival day to create a full song, tracking Drums, Bass, Guitar, Vocals and whatever else they can lay their hands on. Drop in at any time to see them at work and learn about the process, then hear the complete song afterwards!
Join Graphic Designer and committed Video Gamer Matthew Kenyon to celebrate the launch of "Everyday is Play," a self-published book featuring some of the greatest games designers, graphic artists, programmers and digital creatives from across the globe. From 12 til 2.45 there will be Q&A Sessions with Matthew Kenyon and some of the other creatives who contributed to "Everyday is Play" + book signings.
The Art House are converting the Grade II Listed Drury Lane Library into 34 new artsists' studios and public spaces. Don't miss this rare opportunity to get behind the scenes and see what's happening behind the hoarding and the scaffolding. Tours at 1pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm and 3.15pm – Spaces are limited so please book your preferred slot with a member of The Art House team when you arrive. Dress code for site tours: sturdy shoes (no high heels or open toes); trousers must be worn (no shorts or skirts); hard hat and hi vis vest (which will be provided).
The Hepworth will be celebrating Heritage Weekend throughout the Long Division weekend. Visit their website for more details.