Author Archives: janifranck

About janifranck

Artist, activist, founding director of The Art House in Southampton.

Event announcement: Fossilheads Climate Crisis Cabaret!

We’ve seen this act at a few festivals, including the Green Gathering where they were voted among the best spoken-word/ variety acts and are delighted to welcome them for our late Spring pop-up at Arch 4, Arches Studios. Saturday 1 … Continue reading

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Beautiful Garbage – Bunker178 set and decor

Jez here. Nic Beck and I were hard at it yesterday creating sets and signage for Bunker178 Events – The Art House pop ups! Using our #BeautifulGarbage method, everything used was repurposed, scavenged, materials we already had and found objects/materials. … Continue reading

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One Last Glorious Time at The Art House – short film

On Sunday 17 March 2024, we invited our Patrons and crew to the ‘Last Chance Salon’, a private final night at The Art House before we had to pack up. Many of you, our Patreon supporters, were there – but … Continue reading

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The final moments before the lights went out

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Fifteen final minutes of noise before power down

We’re almost packed up. Come say goodbye with us – in person or online. Sunday 24 March will be lights out and power down for The Art House at 178 Above Bar St after 15 years, and the birth of … Continue reading

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