Even Here, Even Now is a new “manifesto for change” collectively written by artists living in Shetland, Orkney and the Outer Hebrides. It represents the voices of theatre-makers, musicians, visual artists, film-makers and more, setting out the challenges facing island-based artists in Scotland and what needs to change so that creative voices who are a vital part of the national cultural conversation are heard and supported.

Even Here, Even Now’s first event on the mainland at St George’s Tron in Glasgow is a chance to meet island artists, find out more about our artist manifesto, and be a part of the ongoing #EvenHereEvenNow campaign.

The early evening networking event – the same weekend as three major Celtic Connections gigs showcasing musicians from Orkney, Shetland, Uist and the Isle of Lewis – will include live performances by island musicians.

The #EvenHereEvenNow campaign is supported by Shetland Arts, An Lanntair (Isle of Lewis), the Pier Arts Centre (Orkney) and Taigh Chearsabhagh (North Uist).

Free tickets can be booked here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/even-here-even-now-a-celebration-of-island-based-artists-tickets-1118928528349.

For further information, please contact andrew@anlanntair.com (Andrew Eaton-Lewis) or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/even-here-even-now-a-celebration-of-island-based-artists-tickets-1118928528349.