A public debate about the future of culture in Sheffield.
Anyone who lives in Sheffield or visits the city knows it has a great cultural scene – music, museums, festivals, theatre, art, film, dance and more. But widespread austerity measures mean less and less money is being invested in culture.
This event provides an opportunity contribute to an open debate about the role of culture in the future development of Sheffield.
The debate will call for imaginative action to harness the creative energy of our city. But it will also ask difficult questions. With so many other pressing demands on public funds, which cultural activities should we support and why?
The debate is for everyone. It promises to be an entertaining and interactive discussion.
Speakers include:
- Dame Margaret Drabble, novelist, biographer and critic
- Martin Roth, Director, Victoria and Albert Museum
- Paulette Edwards, BBC Radio Sheffield
- Professor Gordon Dabinett, University of Sheffield
- Kim Streets, Chief Executive, Museums Sheffield
- Cllr Julie Dore, Leader of Sheffield City Council
- Laura Sillars, Artistic Director, Site Gallery and Chair of Sheffield’s Culture Consortium
- Andrew Loretto, Sheffield Theatres
Book your place
To book a place for this event, please email your name and address to cultureinthecity@sheffield.ac.uk.
Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. If your booking is successful, we will send you confirmation of your place along with a ticket for the event.
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