On 1 March 2025, the Refresh/Retold event at Shoreditch Arts Club will showcase Welsh creativity, featuring film screenings, discussions with industry leaders, and live DJ sessions. Organised by Clwb Creative Cymru, it aims to elevate the visibility of Welsh talent in various creative fields, inviting all culture enthusiasts to participate.
Welsh artists are gearing up for an exciting event in London on St David’s Day, 1 March 2025. Organised by Clwb Creative Cymru, the Refresh/Retold event at Shoreditch Arts Club is designed to showcase the vibrant, contemporary culture of Wales and present its emerging talents in a variety of creative fields.
The day-long event will feature film screenings, a photography exhibition, and enlightening discussions with iconic Welsh creatives. Networking opportunities will culminate in a live DJ event aimed at building connections within the Welsh creative scene in London.
Notable panels include:
– Sound of Wales: Discussing music’s relation to language and identity, featuring artists like L E M F R E C K and Ashraf Muhammed.
– Storytelling in Media: Highlighting the importance of authentic Welsh voices with filmmakers Dagmar Bennett and Janis Pugh.
– Brand Power: Addressing community building and self-promotion with speakers such as Angela Hui and Tori West.
Participants can look forward to exclusive film screenings, including the London premiere of the BAFTA-Cymru-winning documentary “Frontier Town,” which explores the lives of potential climate refugees. A curated exhibition will display the best works from Wales’ visual artists.
Clwb Creative Cymru, co-founded by Dagmar Bennett and Phie McKenzie, aims to elevate Welsh talent on a global scale. Bennett expressed excitement about the current creative landscape in Wales, stating, “There is so much incredible talent coming out of Wales.”
McKenzie echoed this sentiment, highlighting the underrepresentation of Welsh creativity, stating, “When people think of Wales, they often picture rugby and male voice choirs, but our creative identity is so much richer than that.”
The Refresh/Retold event not only celebrates Welsh culture but also invites all culture enthusiasts and industry professionals to explore future Welsh creativity. Tickets can be secured through the event’s official site.
The Refresh/Retold event is a significant platform for showcasing Welsh creativity. By providing a space for discussions, screenings, and networking, it aims to reshape perceptions of Welsh culture, highlighting the diverse talents emerging from Wales. This event is a celebration of identity, creativity, and community, open to anyone interested in the evolving cultural landscape.
Original Source: nation.cymru