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 Old masters and contemporary art exhibitions |
Western Bank Sheffield, South Yorkshire S10 2PT United Kingdom +44 114 278 2612 http://www.sheffieldgalleries.... |
The Mappin Art Gallery shares a 19th century neo-classical mansion home with the City Museum. Situated in Sheffield's Weston Park, the gallery houses an eclectic collection including old masters, 18th and 19th century paintings and contemporary art. The main permanent collections include: "Faces, Vistas and Beliefs: European Painting 1550-1750", which is a display highlighting the traditional focus of religion, landscapes and portraits in the artwork of our European ancestors. "People, legend and nature: British painting 1750-1900", which consists of paintings marking the onset of the industrial age in British history (which has particular relevance to Sheffield and its surrounding area) is also well worth a visit. Admission: free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: David Elliott  |
 Photo: Mark Tomlinson |
 Photo: Gary W Mellor |
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 Spacious local with plenty to offer |
3 Crookes Sheffield, South Yorkshire S10 1UA United Kingdom +44 114 266 0322 |
The Old Grindstone has broad appeal, but also retains its local character, with an open fire and old-fashioned furnishings. It boasts up to eight cask ales, including Kelham Island Gold and a surprisingly good (for a local pub) range of coffees and wines. Food is served at lunchtimes and in the early evenings; the quality is usually good and there is a real emphasis on local produce and dishes (such as Henderson's meat and potato pie). A varied programme of entertainment is also provided; live jazz is played on a Monday night and the excellent games room boasts three pool tables. But the pub is large and if all you want is a quiet evening drink by the fire, the well-planned interior can also accommodate that. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Paolo Margari |
 Photo: Paolo Margari |
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Stylish new gallery, featuring local artists |
Ashgate House 9-13 Ashgate Road Sheffield, South Yorkshire S10 3BZ United Kingdom +44 114 267 8883 |
S10 is a new and stylish art gallery, which allows visitors to view the work of contemporary artists in comfortable, attractive surroundings. S10 has up to 15 artists exhibiting a number of works at any one time. All do so for free, with commission from the sale of their work going to the F.A.B.L.E. Charity (working to help people with epilepsy), which owns and runs the space. All types of work are on display, from paintings to sculpture and jewellery. Local, regional and disabled artists are regularly featured. Exhibitions change frequently, and there is usually a mix of traditional country scenes, religious iconography, modern pop art and locally inspired pieces. Art lovers, or anyone else looking for unique work to hang in their own home, should certainly check this gallery out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Small theatre showing original productions |
Shearwood Road Sheffield, South Yorkshire S10 2TD United Kingdom +44 114 282 6182 |
This small theatre shows original productions, plays, dance, musicals and lunchtime concerts for around £3. Student productions, put on by Sheffield University Theatre Company, include both old favourites and original work by young playwrights. Performances from local drama and operatic groups are also shown here; recently, these have included Gilbert and Sullivan favourites. Lunchtime concerts include jazz, opera excerpts and musical recitals. The studio is based inside a converted church, which is around 130 years old and situated in the middle of the University complex. The theatre seats 200 people on two levels. The site also contains rehearsal rooms, a workshop and a recording studio. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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