Performing & Visual Arts
Allsorts
We’re thrilled to announce the return of ‘Allsorts’, Nottingham’s gig-theatre
scratch night for anyone who wants to build new artistic collaborations, test out their
latest work with a supportive audience, or just enjoy a great night out.
The first ‘Allsorts’ is 22 January at Fisher Gate Point (NG1 1GD) and our aim is
to make this a monthly event to support long term collaborations and professional
working relationships. Anyone is welcome to attend and we aim to make the event
accessible and relaxed. If you have any questions about accessibility do contact us.
Allsorts is like a traditional ‘open-mic’, but with a focus on collaboration and
building new connections. You can bring any kind of performance art – music,
poetry, theatre, live art, improv, clowning, short films, or whatever else you want to
share – or you can attend simply as an audience member.
If you want to perform something specific, you can sign up for a slot of
maximum 8 minutes, in the first half of the show. We encourage you to bring early
drafts, works-in-progress, and weird experiments!
You can also sign up to ‘Jam’. The space will be open early, from 5:30pm-6:30pm.
In this time, you can chat to other artists who want to Jam, and then devise and
perform something new, to show in the second half. (There will also be time during
the interval to sign up.)
Whatever you choose to perform, we encourage you to arrive at 5:30pm, and
engage with the other creatives in the room, especially if you bring different things
to the table. If you’re a writer and don’t want to read out your work, link up with some
actors before the show! In the interval, take the opportunity to chat, make new
connections and maybe build your next creative partnership...
Click here to to sign up to perform
‘Allsorts’ is supported by Chronic Insanity – find out more about them here.
How will the night run?
5:30pm Access to space – Artists opportunity to grab a drink before the show, find
collaborators, and go over anything before the night starts. Chris, the compere, will
finalise the running order for the first half.
6:30pm Doors open – Anyone not performing can show up and find a seat
7:00pm Show starts – Chris will introduce each act before they take the stage.
8:00pm Interval – Opportunity for last-minute second half signups
8:15pm Second half starts – Mainly ‘Jammers’ and last-minute sign ups.
9:15pm Show ends
Is my artform welcome at Allsorts?
We aim to be open to all forms of art, so hopefully yes! The performance space is
small, with a limited tech setup, so do contact us if you’re uncertain as to whether
we’d be able to accommodate you.
What technical support is available?
Sound:
Light:
There is no lighting control, and no backstage. Please let us know if you need
someone to cue your sound, or help your act to run smoothly.
How much are tickets?
No-one will be turned away for lack of funds, but if you can afford it, a £4 donation
will enable us to keep running the night.
How long are performance slots?
Each performer will have an eight minute performance timeslot. If you sign up in
advance, please let us know if you think you’ll use the full ten minutes or if you need
less time. Depending on demand, the timeslot length might vary for future events.
How many people attend?
We don’t know yet! Previously, audiences tended to be between 60-100 throughout
the year, with an average of 20-40 most frequent.
How old do I have to be to perform?
Please only apply if you are over 18.
Any questions? Email us on chronicinsanityoutreach@gmail.com
