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See the world differently – experience the very best art and culture from around the world that inspires, empowers and opens your mind.
Enjoy our exhibitions, workshops, films and events. Relax in our colourful cafe with outdoor seating and find quirky products in our shop.
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Exhibitions
Free
YAK: Culture of Curiosities
21 June - 12 October 2025
YAK: Culture of Curiosities curated by our Young Art Kommunity (YAK) showcases how young people use the Internet to portray themselves and the world around them.
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Getting Started with Drawing
13 July 2025
Multiple times available
Join us in Getting Started with Drawing, a relaxed drawing workshop, to explore different drawing techniques and materials.
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Drag Life Drawing with Sirena Hart
01 November 2025 - 07 February 2026
Multiple times available
A one-of-a-kind life drawing class, where your tutor and model will offer multiple poses in fantastical settings.
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Free
Acorn Village: 50 Years
26 April - 07 September 2025
Discover the inspiring 50-year journey of Acorn Village, told through a rich collection of artworks created by artists with learning disabilities.
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Origami Workshop
11 July - 12 September 2025
Multiple times available
In our Origami Workshop, Lu Yu will guide you step by step through the creation of specific origami shapes in this ancient art form!
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André Rieu’s 2025 Maastricht Concert: Waltz the Night Away!
30 - 31 August 2025
Multiple times available
Step into a night of music, romance, and celebration this summer from the stunning Vrijthof Square with André Rieu’s Waltz the Night Away!
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Firstsite Fabulous Fridays
11 July 2025
Multiple times available
Immerse yourself in a world of unlimited creativity at our monthly Fabulous Fridays with unique workshops, art, tasty treats and great films!
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Introduction to Collage
12 September 2025
Multiple times available
Sociable, creative and fun Introduction to Collage Workshop where you’ll learn new techniques, unwind and have a delicious lunch together.
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Boozy Brushes – Paint in Pairs
08 August 2025
Multiple times available
Join Sirena Hart at Firstsite for Boozy Brushes a multi-art, Drag entertainment painting class extravaganza where you can paint in pairs!
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Portfolio Surgery – Afternoon Sessions
02 August 2025
Multiple times available
Book a one-on-one session at our free Artist Portfolio Surgery, where an industry expert will provide professional guidance.
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Free
The Firstsite Art Fair
02 August 2025 - 28 February 2026
Multiple times available
The Firstsite Art Fair brings together a diverse range of artists, collectors, art lovers and all who are simply curios about art.
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Folk & Bespoke Artisan Craft Market
06 September 2025 - 07 December 2024
Multiple times available
Have a handmade shopping day. The people in your life deserves something special and for a totally unique gift, you cannot beat handmade.
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Customise your Clothes with Posca Pens
07 November - 27 June 2025
Multiple times available
Learn how to transform your old clothes into wearable vibrant art with Posca pens in our Customise your Clothes with Posca Pens workshop!
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MET Opera Live: Eugene Onegin
02 May 2026
5:45 pm
After debuting in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, Grigorian returns as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in MET Opera Live: Eugene Onegin.
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Voyager 2000: Worldbeing & Wonder?
19 July - 05 October 2025
What does it mean to grow up autistic in a digital world? Voyager 2000: Worldbeing & Wonder invites you on a sensory, emotional, and digital journey through art, technology, and the world we build online – shaped by the perspectives of autistic and disabled people.
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28 Years Later
18 - 24 July 2025
Multiple times available
It’s been 28 Years Later since the rage virus escaped a biological weapons laboratory, and now, still in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine…
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Decorate a Wine Glass with Posca Pens
11 July 2025
7:00 pm
Learn how to decorate a wine or pint glass with Posca pens in our Decorate a Wine Glass with Posca Pens workshop!
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Elio (Relaxed)
19 - 26 July 2025
Multiple times available
Elio struggles to fit in until he is transported by aliens and becomes the chosen one to be Earth’s galactic ambassador!
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How To Train Your Dragon (Parent & Baby)
11 - 17 July 2025
Multiple times available
On the isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart in How to Train Your Dragon.
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MET Opera Live: La Bohème
08 November 2025
5:45 pm
With its enchanting setting and spellbinding score, the world’s most popular opera is timeless and heartbreaking in MET Opera Live: La Bohème.
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National Theatre Live: Inter Alia
04 - 21 September 2025
Multiple times available
Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated, Inter Alia, from the team behind Prima Facie.
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Roger Waters This Is Not A Drill Live From Prague – The Movie
27 July 2025
3:00 pm
The world’s foremost songwriter presents his vision of a better world in Roger Waters This Is Not A Drill Live From Prague – The Movie
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Become a Mosaic Member today!
Enjoy a unlimited free access to our films and a whole host of special offers and generous discounts with a Firstsite Mosaic Membership.
As a treat for yourself – or a gift for someone else – being a Firstsite Mosaic Members provides a year of fantastic benefits, and helps to support art and creativity in East Anglia.
Become a member before Mon 1 Sep to get an invitation to an Exclusive Members’ Event with artist talks, great food and drink, a chance to meet our Director and Trustees, and the warm company of fellow art lovers.
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Featuring a range of design-led products and books inspired by our exhibition programme, events and community, our shop has something for everyone. All profits from your purchase raises funds to help us keep our exhibitions free and supports our community outreach activities.
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Latest news
The lights are on! The Firstsite Shining Project is now complete
27 June 2025
We’ve done it! After years of planning, collaboration, and a lot of rewiring, the Firstsite Shining Project is complete. Thanks to a generous £696,524 grant from Arts Council England’s Capital Investment Programme back in 2022, our gallery is…
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