Featured Events in Chur in January 2024 (June Updated)

The South East Awards 2024 SURREY Heat, organized by the South East Region, presents an excellent opportunity for RAD students in the South East Region, aged 8-17, to participate in a captivating ballet class and compete for a place in the prestigious Awards Day final. This particular heat will feature three classes, each catering to students studying Grade 2 to Intermediate under RAD teachers. The highly anticipated Grand Finals will be held on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at the esteemed RAD HQ. With a cash prize of £300 awaiting the winner of each of the three Grand Finals classes, the stakes are high. Furthermore, the first and second runners up in each class will also be awarded prizes. To be eligible, candidates must meet the age requirement of 8-17 years and fulfill the class prerequisites by December 1, 2023. Interested participants should note that they must enroll in the heat held in the county where they attend classes with their RAD teacher. For instance, if a student resides in Hampshire but attends classes in Surrey, they must enter the Surrey heat. It is essential to carefully select the appropriate class at the correct venue when making a booking. Class A is open to individuals who have passed RAD Grade 1 or higher but have not yet taken Grade 3. Class B welcomes those who have passed RAD Grade 3 or higher but have not yet taken Grade 5 or any of the Vocational examinations. Lastly, Class C is designed for students who have passed RAD Grade 5 or higher but have not yet taken the Intermediate Examination. To attend the South East Awards 2024 SURREY Heat at St Marks Church Hall, Woodcote, on January 14, 2024, interested individuals can purchase tickets at the price of £30. This event promises a thrilling display of talent and dedication in the world of ballet.

Graham Twemlow's upcoming illustrated talk, "Chiltern Landscapes: The Art of John & Paul Nash," will pay tribute to the renowned Nash brothers and their notable association with the picturesque Chiltern Hills. This talk will delve into their deep-rooted connection to rural Buckinghamshire, where their childhood years greatly influenced their artistic endeavors throughout their lives. From their time as War Artists in Chalfont St Peter to the 1920s and 1930s, during which they drew inspiration from the chalk hills of the Chilterns, their most notable creations emerged. The talk will be richly illustrated, featuring a special emphasis on their significant contributions to the applied arts, including woodcuts, textiles, illustrations, and poster designs. Graham Twemlow, a retired University Lecturer based in Northend, possesses a wealth of knowledge in design history and decorative arts. Holding an MA in Fine Arts Valuation and a PhD from Reading University, he has dedicated his research to E McKnight Kauffer, an American-born poster artist. Graham's expertise spans various aspects of the applied arts, with a particular passion for illustrated posters from the mid-19th Century to the mid-20th Century. Highly regarded as a speaker, he has delivered talks at prestigious venues such as the Royal Society of Arts, the Grolier Club, Christie's South Kensington, the River & Rowing Museum, and the Ashmolean Museum, among others. Additionally, Graham has contributed to the esteemed Phaidon Archive of Graphic Design as a specialist consultant, editor, and author. Recently, he has started sharing his research interests on his Weblog.