Three arts organisations have been appointed to deliver major creative commissions under Bromsgrove District Council's ReNEW programme following a successful tender process.
The three projects form part of the Sharing Stories, Shaping Future programme, which aims to grow a thriving cultural landscape across Redditch and surrounding areas. The commissions are designed to celebrate local pride, strengthen community connections, and create professional arts opportunities for young people across digital, visual, and performing arts.
Digital arts project: Awe and Wander
Overhear Ltd will lead Awe and Wander, a digital arts project focused on connecting local communities with nearby green spaces. The project has a particular focus on underrepresented neighbourhoods and will use digital creativity to help people engage with nature in accessible and meaningful ways.
Performing arts project: Wagons Roll
Trigger Productions has been appointed to spearhead Wagons Roll, a performing arts project inspired by the colourful fairground traditions that have shaped local culture since the late nineteenth century. The project will honour the creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of generations of Showmen and their families.
Visual arts project
INSTAR will lead the third visual arts project, which will invite residents to share stories, memories, and experiences inspired by local landscapes to help shape artistic activity.
What happens next
All three projects will be developed over the coming months with public engagement activities taking place across the area. The commissions are scheduled to finish in late 2027.
For more information, visit the Bromsgrove District Council website.