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Armada Way

Created by artist and sculptor Carole Vincent the artwork features a large sundial design and fountain. The artwork was commissioned by Plymouth City Council as part of the pedestrianisation of the City Centre in 1987. The work was officially launched on 22 July 1988 by Queen Elizabeth II and commemorates the ‘Armada 400’ celebrations in the city. (Image courtesy of Plymouth Herald image archive) Cast in concrete with Terrazzo and stainless steel, the sundial also features 12 plinths around the outside. Information panels on top of the stone plinths offer in detail ways to ‘read’ the sundial in a range of different languages. The information plinths were made a particular feature of in 2010 when they were covered with decorative textiles as part of ‘Mrs Smith’s hit on Plymouth sundial’ – a secret commission by Plymouth College of Art. Guerrilla textiles installed overnight to the surprise of the public! The sundial is set to G.M.T which differs in the summer (B.S.T) by one hour in advance. The sun is also due south in Plymouth 17 minutes later than it is at Greenwich; therefore at some points of the year the dial runs 1 hour 17 minutes behind G.M.T. About the Artist Carole Vincent (1939-2019) was an artist working in concrete. She lived and worked in Boscastle, Cornwall. Painter as well as sculptor, she explored the use of natural colour and texture in concrete for sculpture. Her work with pigments achieved remarkable success, opening new doors to architects, engineers and planners. Her passion was to work on commissions for specific environments, ranging from public spaces to individual buildings and gardens.

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Sondheim Theatre,51 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 6BA England

• Enjoy this two-time Olivier Audience Award winner and the longest-running musical in the West End • Witness the epic story of a man trying to escape his past and create a new life for himself and his surrogate daughter in post-Revolutionary France • Immerse yourself in a performance based on elements from Victor Hugo's novel of the same name, giving the audience a deep artistic enjoyment and historical review "Les Misérables" is a musical based on the novel of the same name by French writer Victor Hugo, and was co-created by French musical composers Claude Michel Schonberg and Alain Boboli. The English version of the musical "Les Misérables" has so far been translated into 22 languages. It was once selected as "Number One Essential Musicals" by the BBC. It has been performing continuously for more than 30 years, making it the longest-running musical in London's West End. "Les Misérables" has swept various musical theater awards, including multiple "Tony Awards", "Laurence Olivier Awards" and "Grammy Awards". Les Miserables the Musical is staged at the Sondheim Theater in London's West End. The theater only performs this one play all year round. Since the English version of "Les Misérables" was successfully produced and premiered at the Barbican Center in London in 1985, it has performed 8 performances a week in London and has been performing frequently. By 2010, the cumulative number of performances in London had exceeded 10,000. In March 2010, Les Misérables celebrated its 25th anniversary with three productions in London: the original version at Queen's Theatre; a 25th anniversary touring version at the Barbican Centre, where it premiered in 1985; and a 25th anniversary concert at the O2 Arena.

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Royal Fort Gardens

Katie Paterson in collaboration with Zeller & Moye has gathered 10,000 tree species spanning time and space for Hollow. A new public artwork for Bristol, commissioned by the University of Bristol and produced by Situations. From 9 May 2016 step inside a structure that is made of thousands of unique samples of tree species, sourced from every country across the world, from fossilized trees from the earliest forests that emerged over 390 million years ago to the most recent emergent species. Within Hollow you will discover the story of the planet. Renowned for her exploration of the cosmos and geological time, artist Katie Paterson has amassed a collection of 10,000 tree species to form a new artwork for Bristol. The samples of wood span time and space and have been sourced from across the globe. From the oldest tree in the world to some of the youngest and near-extinct species, the tree samples contain within them stories of the planet’s history and evolution through time. Hollow opens to mark the opening of the University of Bristol’s new Life Sciences building. As part of the unveiling of Hollow, join the artist and architects in conversation with Dr Jon Bridle from the University of Bristol's Life Sciences department. Monday 9 May, 6.15pm see www.situations.org.uk for booking details.

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116 Efford Ln,

The pub was demolished in the 1990s but the sign remained as a symbol for the community. The artist worked with the local residents and school to refurbish the sign with a new design inspired by memories of the pub and its landlord.

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Beechenhurst Visitor Centre

The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail celebrates 30 years of commissioning contemporary artworks with two new permanent commissions by artists Henry Castle and Pomona Zipser, unveiled on 15th July 2016. In Coal Measure Giants, rising British star Henry Castle brings to the surface aspects of what lies hidden beneath the Forest’s surface. Exploring the geological, industrial and sociological aspects of the Forest’s history, visitors will be able to touch the fossilized remains of 300 million year old trees and see the form of the mine shaft sets that provided a livelihood for generations of local freeminers. Two sculptures placed 300 metres apart act as markers, measuring the depth of the coal seam that lies directly below the ground. The work invites the public to experience a physical expression of this vertical depth. Meanwhile, Yaşasin by established Romanian artist Pomona Zipser creates a space and a structure from which to contemplate and observe the ever-changing forest. Berlin-based Zipser’s sculpture has been handcrafted from sweet chestnut felled from the site of the Trail and Zipser has collaborated with local artists and craftsmen to make the sculpture. It makes a thought-provoking and visual connection to the surrounding environment, playing with density, dimensions and colour.

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17 Wilton Rd, Pimlico, London SW1V 1LG, United Kingdom

• Enjoy stunning visuals, gorgeous costume designs, and stunning stage backdrops • Experience the untold story of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, the Good Witch • Explore the complexities of good and evil, the power of redemption, and the lasting bonds of friendship Feel the magic of Elphaba and witness the magic of theater at the Apollo Victoria Theater in London's West End. Wicked tells the untold story of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, the Good Witch, in one unforgettable show. Prepare to be wowed by technical wizardry, dazzling costumes, jaw-dropping songs and a witty homage to L. Frank Baum’s “The Wizard of Oz.” Although Wicked is one of London's longest-running musicals, it continues to redefine modern musical theater for an entire generation, challenging our preconceptions of good and evil. △　You will enjoy the dazzling stage and exquisite and dreamy costumes △　The large mechanical stage will bring you a special on-site experience △ Enjoy the showdown between the evil witch and the good witch

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Place Jourdan

Guillaume Bottazzi has signed more than forty artworks in public spaces. He created the biggest painting in Japan (900 square meters) on all the walls of the Miyanomori International Museum of Art in Sapporo. The artist is also the author of 6 paintings, each one 6m x 6m, at La Défense in Paris, the largest open-air contemporary art space in France. The painting, which can be seen by the public at its location in the European District and which took two and a half months to produce, is already well-known. The monumental artwork, 16 metres by 7 metres, now belongs to the heritage of Brussels-Capital. The painting is one of the first abstract works to be painted in the manner of the Old Masters. The abstract nature of the work and the traditional techniques used to produce it create a feeling of strangeness, a dichotomy. The artist worked alone to produce the work, using fine brushes and oil paints. Successive transparent overlays give depth, diffuse light and softness to the colours. Before starting to paint, the artist installed a supporting structure that enabled him to reproduce as closely as possible the techniques of creation he uses in the workshop. The poetic dimension of this painting will extend throughout Place Jourdan: the colours of the painting will appear on the street furniture in particular, especially the cafe parasols. This project was carried out with the partnership of the European Commission in Belgium and support of the French Embassy.

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Somerset Place

Explore the interactive displays, listen to recordings and view the different objects on display to gain an insight into the work, life, and cultural context of one of the twentieth century’s most significant writers. The exhibition is family friendly, free, and open Tuesday to Sunday. The exhibition comprises a main room, a temporary exhibition area which houses changing displays, and a learning space which is open to the public when not in use for workshops. There’s lots to explore on the interactive Timeline, such as the Children’s Trail which features some of the animals that appear in Dylan’s writing. Follow the People Trail around the Timeline, too, and discover some of the key people in Dylan’s life, and the rich cultural context in which he lived and worked. One section in the centre of the exhibition is dedicated to Dylan the writer, and another to Dylan the performer. There are fun interactives, and touchscreens which tell the story of Dylan’s Notebooks, explore his famous poem ‘Do not go gentle into that good night’ and look at the circumstances surrounding his death. Listen to Dylan himself, and those who knew him, via the built-in speakers in the chairs.

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PL24 2SG, Bodelva, United Kingdom

Inside our transformed Core building, Invisible Worlds introduces the interconnectedness between life and the Earth’s environments at all scales and explores how life is shaped by and shapes this invisible ‘Life Support System’.

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Albert Dock

Liverpool Mountain is Swiss-artist Ugo Rondinone’s first public artwork in the UK and the first of its kind in Europe. Inspired by naturally occurring Hoodoos (spires or pyramids of rock) and the art of meditative rock balancing, this 10-metre high sculpture stands within Mermaid Courtyard, outside Tate Liverpool on the Royal Albert Dock Liverpool. It consists of coloured rocks, stacked vertically which seem to defy gravity. This outdoor sculpture marks the 10th anniversary of Liverpool European Capital of Culture, the 20th anniversary of Liverpool Biennial and the 30th anniversary of Tate Liverpool. Commissioned by Liverpool Biennial and Tate Liverpool as part of the Liverpool 2018 events programme with support from Royal Albert Dock Liverpool.