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We want a bright future!

Following the severe cuts to central and local funding, Brexit and the pandemic, the arts in the UK are in significant crisis. 

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It is not only large institutions imperilled by this dire situation. The effects can be seen across the entire industry, and it is increasingly difficult for organisations like ours to operate.

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The work we do is necessary. We need to challenge the status quo, finding new, bolder ways of presenting the art forms we love. 

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We would appreciate it if you can help in any way you can!​

Become a patron of the arts!

 

Champion the new and creative by becoming a Smorgaschord Patron!

 

Being a Patron costs just £100, money which will go directly into paying the artists for the festival. Of the many benefits, you will receive: 

 

  • Priority booking

  • Open rehearsal access

  • Exclusive behind-the-scenes content

  • Acknowledgements in our programmes

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Should you wish to donate more, we would be thrilled to talk to you about what you would like to support. Our plans for the future include a series of commissions celebrating György Kurtág’s 100th birthday (in partnership with New Zealand’s At the World’s Edge Festival), and a focus on Australian Indigenous art. These projects will be multi-year and will culminate in the creation of new works, films and recordings. Every penny of your support will help bring this important work about.

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If you'd like to become a Patron please do send us an email to be in touch with us personally.

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