The Erewash Tories who seem to see sport as low priority have an even lower regard for the arts. Things happen in Erewash on the arts front in spite of the Council, not because of it. I believe Erewash needs to be more pro-active in encouraging the arts.
Take cinema in Erewash for example. The Council should be helping local venues to succeed. They not only provide jobs but also encourage creativity and foster culture. So, what is Erewash Council doing for Cinema? Absolutely nothing!
My tip for keeping Cinemas open in Erewash, is to actively support them by helping with publicity and promotion. Not by waiting until they are struggling, with hand wringing and weasel words when it's too late.
I believe there is nothing like the thrill of seeing a new film or a golden oldie at a real cinema and it's even better, cheaper and greener if you can see it locally. Erewash is blessed with two Cinemas, the Scala at Ilkeston and the Galaxy at Long Eaton. The Scala has a portico so classical it has been used as a film set itself in the past. A real little treasure if ever there was one.
Take cinema in Erewash for example. The Council should be helping local venues to succeed. They not only provide jobs but also encourage creativity and foster culture. So, what is Erewash Council doing for Cinema? Absolutely nothing!
My tip for keeping Cinemas open in Erewash, is to actively support them by helping with publicity and promotion. Not by waiting until they are struggling, with hand wringing and weasel words when it's too late.
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| THE SCALA ILKESTON |
We have a dedicated local Film Society which could help keep cinema alive and kicking in Erewash. The Erewash Film Society has a helpful web-site and signing up may be a good idea for anyone with a more than passing interest in the cinematic arts. They can be contacted at erewashfilmsociety@gmail.co.uk
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