What is ICIA?
ICIA (Institute of Contemporary Interdisciplinary Arts) is one of a series of new interdisciplinary Institutes at the University of Bath. ICIA serves as:
• an academic research centre devising arts projects, symposia, conferences and publications
• a public venue providing professional performances and exhibitions
• a provider of extra-curricula courses, classes and workshops for students, staff and members of the public.
• an arts development and commissioning organisation bringing about new and innovatory arts projects.
• an academic department that will eventually provide a programme of postgraduate and undergraduate courses
• a provider of continuing professional development for artists, other arts professionals, academics and educators
Who With?
ICIA works with:
• academic research communities
• artists and professionals from other arts organisations
• University of Bath students studying non-arts subjects who wish to participate in the arts on an extra-curricula basis
• University of Bath staff of all kinds who wish to participate in the arts as a leisure activity
• Members of the public attending the programme of events and classes
Where?
• ICIA not only contributes to the quality of life of students and staff at the University, but also makes a substantial contribution to that of the wider population of Bath and North East Somerset and Swindon.
• ICIA attracts audiences of artists, arts professionals, academics and students to conferences and symposia from the South West, across the UK and abroad.
• Has collaborated on projects and events with artists, arts organisations and academics from the South West, across the UK and abroad.
Why Interdisciplinary?
The University of Bath created ICIA to deliver arts programmes in innovatory practice including visual arts, theatre, contemporary dance and music. ICIA's ethos is that working with more than one discipline together can offer opportunities for creative exploration that working with a single subject might not.The University of Bath is currently a particularly science and technology based institution and therefore an ideal context for the development of interdisciplinary approaches to arts practice and activities. A cornerstone of ICIA's work is collaboration with the University's top quality academic departments in non-arts disciplines, (e.g. a choreographer working with a scientist) as well as working across artforms (e.g. a visual artist with a composer).
We have a range of classes and workshops led by visiting professional tutors, open to those aged 16 and above. Take a look at our programme by visiting www.bath.ac.uk/icia . Some classes are suitable for all abilities, others are more specialised. To find out if the class suits you, check the FURTHER INFO section under each class or workshop at our website. You will also find full details of levels, term times, what to bring or wear and any supplier's lists.
All results upcoming from today:
1 - 10 of 17
Spirit Talk Mbira with Chartwell Dutiro
Organisation: ICIA
Date: 11 March
Price: £7.00 - £9.00
Venue: University of Bath, ICIA Arts Theatre
Spirit Talk Mbira is a vibrant seven-piece band fronted by singer and master mbira player Chartwell Dutiro. This is the music and song of Zimbabwe - inspirational sounds from the deep roots of Africa blended with elements of western music today.
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Swindon College – Lines of Enquiry 6
Organisation: ICIA
Date: Thurs 21 Jan – Fri 19 March, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Exhibition Opening: Thurs 21 Jan 6.30pm-7.30pm
Price: Free
Venue: Studio 2, ICIA Arts Barn, University of Bath BA2 7AY
The sixth in a series of exhibitions showing work by graduates of the BA Fine Art Drawing at Swindon College’s School of Art & Design.
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University of Bath & Photosoc – Photography Exhibition
Organisation: ICIA
Date: Thurs 11 Feb – Fri 26 March Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Exhibition Opening: Thurs 11 Feb 6.30pm-7.30pm
Price: Free
Venue: Art Space 3, University Hall Foyer University of Bath BA2 7AY
The winning entries and runners-up from this year’s competition go on show, revealing a varied and intriguing response to this year’s theme the place of work. Includes an on-screen slide show of all the entries submitted..
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Margareta Kern
Organisation: ICIA
Date: 4 March - 18 June
Price: Free
Venue: University of Bath, Studio 1 Arts Complex
During her Residency, Kern uses Art Space 1 as a site of production for her new installation, Guest, which will develop and change over the course of exhibition. More details…
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Bath University Students’ Union – Global Evening
Organisation: ICIA
Date: Fri 12 March, 7.30pm
Price: £5
Venue: University of Bath, ICIA Arts Theatre
The Global Evening celebrates the diversity of the University’s community. The two-hour programme includes dance, song, music and theatre in a spectacular show. More details…
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Ceramics Workshop: Raku
Organisation: ICIA
Date: Sat 13 & Sat 20 March, 10am-4pm
Price: £68, £48 Concs
Venue: Studio 2, ICIA Arts Barn, University of Bath BA2 7AY
Raku is a traditional Japanese rapid firing process where pots are removed red-hot from an outdoor kiln. Its spontaneity results in a unique finish. More details…
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Couscous
Organisation: ICIA
Date: 17 March
Price: £3.50 - £4.00
Venue: University of Bath, Lecture Theatre 3WN 2.1
Winner of the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival 2007 and the 2008 César Award for Best French film, Couscous is a family drama focusing on the travails of an ageing North African émigré who attempts to realise his dream of opening a restaurant.
Abdel Kechiche, France 2007, 154 mins, subtitles (15.
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Bath University Student Musicals Society – Footloose
Organisation: ICIA
Date: Wed 17 – Sat 20 March, 7.30pm
Price: £7, £5 Concs
Venue: University of Bath, ICIA Arts Theatre
Footloose, the smash hit West-End musical, tells the story of Ren, a city kid, struggles to adapt his life from the bustling city to an ultra-conservative backwater Midwestern town. He soon ends up leading the town’s teenagers in a rebellion against a ‘no dancing’ law. More details…
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University of Bath Students’ Union Chamber Choir - Concert
Organisations: ICIA, St. Michael's Without
Date: Sat 20 March, 7.30pm
Price: £5
Venue: St Michaels, Broad Street, Bath, BA1 5LJ
Choral classics from central Europe, including music by Brahms, folksongs by Matyas Seiber, and motets by Lassus and Schutz, sung in the atmospheric setting of St Michael's Church.
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Chinese Student Society Showcase
Organisation: ICIA
Date: Sun 21 March, 7.30pm
Price: £8, £6 CSS Members
Venue: University of Bath, ICIA Arts Theatre
This event showcases diverse performances by members of the University’s large Chinese population. Featuring song, dance, music and more. More details…
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