Undergraduate Prospectus 2011 - University of Southampton

Creativity on campus
We support three of the UK’s most exciting
arts venues, all located on our Highfield Campus,
providing a rich and diverse mix of theatre,
music and art activities and events to inspire
and entertain. The School of Art, in Winchester,
also hosts the Winchester Gallery.
John Hansard Gallery
The Gallery enjoys a worldwide reputation for
exciting and innovative shows by leading UK and
international artists. Exhibitions range from painting
and photography to video and installations, and the
Gallery hosts regular seminars, talks and workshops.
Free admission for all.
www.hansardgallery.org.uk
The Nuffield Theatre
Recognised as a major force in British theatre, The
Nuffield is funded by Arts Council England and the
University, among others, and creates award-winning
productions that frequently tour internationally.
The theatre runs a full programme of classics, new
plays and studio performances, and hosts some of the
finest touring companies and stand-up comedians.
As a student at the University, you can usually buy
tickets at a reduced price.
www.nuffieldtheatre.co.uk
Turner Sims
At Turner Sims, one of the UK’s leading music venues,
you can expect anything from New York jazz to African
gospel choirs, virtuoso classical artists and traditional
folk music. As a student you will benefit from
discounted admission for most events.
www.turnersims.co.uk
Get involved
If you want to get involved in the Performing Arts
Union, the Southampton University Symphony
Orchestra (SUSO) or any of the wide range of cultural
clubs and societies at the University, visit the Students’
Union website at www.susu.org
Cities of culture
Southampton and Winchester both have a vibrant arts
scene and boast a rich variety of cultural attractions.
As well as the cathedral, Winchester is home to arts
centres, a cinema, two theatres and numerous
museums and galleries. Southampton’s cultural
attractions include:
The Mayflower
The largest theatre in southern England, staging
West End musicals, ballet, traditional pantomime,
operatic productions, comedy acts and evenings
with celebrities.
City Art Gallery
With more than 3,500 works of art, the gallery was
described by The Independent as “one of the best
places outside London to see British modern art
and studio ceramics”.
Museum of Archaeology
The Museum traces the history of Southampton
from its origins as a Roman town to the
Victorian age.
For more information about arts and entertainment
at the University and in the local area, visit
www.southampton.ac.uk/arts&ents
The Winchester Gallery
The Gallery is a public venue within our Winchester
School of Art. It shows contemporary and international
work and its programme has an emphasis on new media
and photography. From time to time the programme
includes material developed by the departments of the
School of Art.
www.winchestergallery.org.uk