All-abilities performers, artists, take spotlight

All-abilities performers and artists from across the Wimmera are preparing for an annual ‘Winter Showing’ as part of Horsham’s Art is… festival.

The event will showcase Art Matters performers and artists participating in Shake N Groove, Artz Connexion and Soap Box Theatre programs.

Horsham Rural City Council arts development officer Jillian Pearce said Art Matters was an all-abilities arts program that focused on supported pathways to creative possibilities, culminating in major festivals and events.

Art Matters performers will showcase their talent at a display on Monday from 5.30pm to 7pm at Jubilee Hall, Roberts Avenue.

“The Artz Connexion visual artists will exhibit their work throughout the festival, ” Ms Pearce said.

“This year, attendees have the opportunity to purchase artworks or negotiate a period of rent for the artworks, which is a new initiative of the program.

“Each piece is uniquely original, vibrant and has been created both collectively or solely by the artists.”

Ms Pearce said Winter Showing was a great chance for artists to either perform or exhibit their work as part of a larger festival.

Artz Connexion works will be on exhibition in Jubilee Hall until June 7.

Ms Pearce said Soap Box Theatre performers would also be touring to Geelong and working with famous ‘Back to Back Theatre’ company during the festival.