Lincolnshire’s East Coast will be illuminated by LIGHTWAVES this October, a celebration of light, creativity and community spirit.
Taking place over two evenings, this free event will transform the villages of Chapel St Leonards and Sutton on Sea into glowing hubs of artistic expression.
Produced by SessionsArts and presented as part of Story Tellers, the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership’s Arts Council England NPO project, LIGHTWAVES will be hosted in Chapel St Leonards on Friday 24 October from 6pm until 8pm, followed by Sutton on Sea on Saturday 25 October from 6pm to 9pm.
Across both evenings attendees can enjoy illuminated walks, art installations, and interactive experiences suitable for all ages, as well as the chance to sample refreshments from local hospitality venues. Each evening will feature live performances and community-led activities.
In a joint statement Councillor Sarah Sharpe (Boston Borough Council), Councillor Graham Marsh (East Lindsey District Council) and Councillor Elizabeth Sneath (South Holland District Council), the Partnership’s representatives on the NPO culture board, said: “LIGHTWAVES is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the creativity and warmth of our coastal communities. It’s a celebration not just of art and performance, but of the people who make these places so special.
“We’re proud to be able to hold another brilliant event that can bring together residents, artists and visitors in such a meaningful way, and continue to spread the positive impact and new experiences that Story Tellers is bringing to South and East Lincolnshire.”
As part of the Lightwaves, two creative workshops will run at Seaview Colonnade in Sutton on Sea, offering residents and visitors the chance to get involved in fun and informal artistic activities.
On Saturday 18 October, Bruce Knight from Sessions Arts will lead a movement workshop, and on Tuesday 21 October, artists from Lumo Workshop will host a creative lantern-making session.
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