Get Involved
The arts scene is thriving. Music of every type, visual arts groups, classes, exhibitions, theatre and performance arts. Here are some ideas which may inspire you to get involved.
Arts Grants & Channel Island Touring Support Fund
The photograph above is by Martin Sarre (www.poshpix.net)
Guernsey Arts and its funding committee distribute grants to support local arts in all its forms, from small community projects to major festival events. If you have an idea of something that you would like to discuss funding support for, get in touch. Call Russ Fossey on 01481 220711 or download the documentation. Guernsey Arts Grant Application Form and Guidance Notes
The Channel Island Touring Support Fund launched in 2023 is an initiative of Guernsey Arts and ArtHouse Jersey funded by States of Jersey and Guernsey Arts to better enable artists from the Channel Islands to engage in professional development through touring opportunities and wider cultural exchange between both Islands.
To find out more Click Here or follow these links for Guidelines or Online Application.
Donate & Sponsor
Art, music, literature and performance are the lifeblood of our community. Guernsey Arts plays a key role in its development and promotion, but it depends on your generosity in order to do more. Backed by the Funding Committee of Guernsey Arts there are many ways for you to donate or sponsor.
Find out how you can make a difference.
Volunteering
Volunteering to help for particular activities or to support events in the arts can be fun, rewarding and very valuable to the community. If you would like to join our volunteer community please get in touch. info@arts.gg
Busking
Busking brings vibrancy to the streets of St Peter Port and great opportunity for musicians and performance artists to develop their performance skills. Guernsey Arts organises and issues the permits for busking in St Peter Port. Why not give it a go. Please contact us info@arts.gg or download here Busking Guidelines, Busking Application Form & Busking PA Permit.
Workshops
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15th MayWorkshopsThe most successful board game of antiquity (2600 BC), a beautiful set of ancient rules (177 BC) and a world encompassing narrative.
A CLASSIC DETECTIVE STORY: THE ROYAL GAME OF UR
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24th AprilWorkshopsExperience the beauty of the ancient art of Japanese calligraphy and produce your own hand drawn works using traditional methods.
Japanese Calligraphy for Beginners (Bring your own calligraphy set)
Clubs
The Islands have an array of different arts groups and clubs. A great way to meet like minded people and develop your skills and get involved.
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ClubsPrism Photography Club
Prism Photography Club
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ClubsSpectrum Guernsey
Spectrum Guernsey
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ClubsGuernsey Ballroom Club
Guernsey Ballroom Club
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ClubsGuernsey Chamber Choir
Guernsey Chamber Choir
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ClubsRainbow Chorus
Rainbow Chorus
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ClubsGuernsey Poets
Guernsey Poets
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ClubsGuernsey Photographic Club
Guernsey Photographic Club
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ClubsGuernsey Folk Club
Guernsey Folk Club
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ClubsGuernsey Jazz Orchestra
Guernsey Jazz Orchestra
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ClubsLa Rocque Choir
La Rocque Choir
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ClubsGuernsey Symphonic Winds
Guernsey Symphonic Winds
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ClubsGuernsey Glee Singers
Guernsey Glee Singers
Organisations
Here you will find the many organisations that support the arts, along with the commercial schools and festival organisations.
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OrganisationsA "not-for-profit" organisation committed to the promotion of community spirit and showcasing local talent
Guernsey Street Festival
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OrganisationsG.A.T.E - Guernsey Academy of Theatrical Education
G.A.T.E
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OrganisationsThe Guernsey Music Centre
The Guernsey Music Centre
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OrganisationsA charity showcasing local artists, producers and craftspeople, and the great creative energy awaiting visitors to the island
Creative Sark
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OrganisationsChaos Events
Chaos
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OrganisationsGuernsey Symphony Orchestra
Guernsey Symphony Orchestra
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OrganisationsFreaky Geese Theatre
Freaky Geese Theatre
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OrganisationsIndependent record label bringing all things Rock, Psyche, Jazz, to the underground and beyond!
Magic Moustache Records
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OrganisationsGuernsey Irish Dancing Academy
Guernsey Irish Dancing Academy
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OrganisationsGuernsey Choral and Orchestral Society
Guernsey Choral and Orchestral Society
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OrganisationsGOOD MUSIC. GOOD FOOD. GOOD PEOPLE. GOOD KARMA.
Sarkfest
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OrganisationsNon-profit-making association that aims to promote dramatic arts in Alderney
Alderney Theatre Group