PORTS FEST

We have missed you, but Ports Fest is back From June 30th – July 3rd! This year our theme has evolved to Remember, Reimagine, Reignite and we are thrilled to present a summer programme packed with ambitious events and truly immersive experiences, all for your enjoyment in real life! Expect dozens of events, from music to theatre, exhibitions, children’s activities, and much more. After the festival was cancelled in 2020 and having to offer a reduced programme last year with several events forced online due to ongoing COVID restrictions, we are now able to once more present to you a less restricted and more diverse programme of events for 2022!

SOME KEY EVENTS/HIGHLIGHTS:

RIDER SPOKE Get on your bike (or scooter or walk!) with award-winning and Bafta-nominated artist group Blast Theory and immerse yourself in the hidden stories of Portsmouth’s past as you take a narrated ride around the city accompanied by a delicate score. WHAT A PICTURE! A selfie trail around Portsmouth crafted by local schools with the help of artist Pauline McNamara. Take wonderful pictures, enjoy the scenery and make wonderful memories along the way! TALKS

Live stream by children’s book illustrator Chris Riddell to pupils in Years 5 and 6.

Will Self on his book Will, a memoir. Experience Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass beautifully reimagined by this multiaward winning illustrator.

THEATRE Macbeth at Portchester Castle (experience it just like Shakespeare intended in his time!).

Pif-Paf’s Bee Cart 100, a play about what defines us and what we leave behind by PGS pupils

Black is the Color of my Voice inspired by the life of Nina Simone at the NTR. MULTI STORY ORCHESTRA CONCERT. The festival will go out with a bang on Sunday evening, with the worldfamous Multi-Story Orchestra who will be performing our first ever multi story car park concert featuring members of the community. FILM DAY AT THE FORT Ports Fest would not be the same without film and in partnership with No 6 Cinema we have Film Day at the Fort at Portsmouth Distillery with three top films to suit all tastes for you to take your pick from – just bring a picnic chair and enjoy the view! CELEBRATION AND RECOGNITION OF LOCAL ARTISTS Kate Street with her workshop and exhibition of Situationist City Pete Codling (below) with a talk and exhibition of CROWD – A Portrait of the City, his charcoal drawing on a replica C18th canvas sail from HMS Victory

“We are very grateful for our partners, venues and supporters for all that they do to work with Ports Fest to make these events happen. It's going to be a vibrant four days and we look forward to seeing everyone enjoying the events.” Erica Smith, Ports Fest Director.

A TRADITION OF QUALITY AND SKILL

Keith Scorgie of Design House Southsea talks about the long tradition of sewing in this region

Thirty years ago, the Design House sewing room started life with just 1 sewer based in an industrial unit in elaborate drapes complete with swags and tails. To be a seamstress is a unique skill andcentral Southampton until we moved to our Romsey premisses in 2005. As demand increased for good quality soft furnishings at an affordable price, Design House expanded, and we now employ 3 full time experienced and expert seamstresses. We hand-make all our curtains and soft furnishings from a simple cushion to the Southampton and the surrounding area has historically been the hub of good quality sewers throughout the last century. Its heyday was before the second world war and throughout the 1950s and 60s when all the cruise liners used to be refurbished in Southampton docks. The skill stays alive to this day, but there is a need for new young

sewers to train and to take up the craft, so that the skill is not lost for the future. The Design House sewing team are perfectionists and they take huge pride in their work. The making of a Roman blind for example, takes precision skill, as well as the knowledge to ensure that they not only look amazing but meet all the latest safety criteria. If you order curtains, blinds, cushions or any soft furnishings from Design House, you can rest assured that you will get the best quality finished product.

55-57 Marmion Road Southsea PO5 2AT Tel/Fax 02392 838038 www.designhousesouthsea.co.uk

alice and ivy

alice and ivy, the beautique right in the heart of Southsea is a sanctuary for skincare, makeup and well being, As well as stocking a fantastic range of beauty and skincare products, they offer a great range of treatment and services to help you look and feel amazing. We spoke to the team to find out more about the treatments and services on offer.

Keeley working her magic skinSense products

Keeley is alice and ivy’s resident brow whisperer, enhancing natural brows through shaping, tinting and brow lamination, creating an ideal look that’s tailored for each individual client. She also offers lash lifting and tinting, making natural lashes look fuller and longer – great all year round and perfect if you’re heading off on holiday. Emma loves seeing the results of our skinSense by Abi Cleeve facials where clients leave with glowing skin and feeling relaxed. Choose from the signature AntiAging or Hydranet super hydrating facials or a Face Workout. Short on time? Try the Express Facial option - perfect if you’ve only got 30 minutes. As a special offer, have a signature facial with Emma for only £30 between now and 31 July 2022. Also on offer are makeup lessons, these cost £30 (which is redeemable against products) and Natalie recommends these as a great way to learn new tricks and tips or to try a new look. Or to have your makeup done before a big event, an evening out or lunch with friends. They also offer private beauty events in store where you and up to 7 friends can learn about skincare or have your makeup done while enjoying a glass of fizz (or fruit presse!).

Natalie at work

For more information or to book, call 07597 456636 or send a DM on Facebook or Instagram. 7 Marmion Road, Southsea PO5 2AT @aliceandivysouthsea