Arts and entertainment

Last updated: 22 September 2009 14:07 UK

Culture and the arts play a vital role in Portsmouth’s vibrancy as a city. Our arts service actively supports a wide range of cultural activities throughout the year for residents and visitors, with the aim of:

delivering passion, energy and innovation through the arts directly into local communities
supporting the development of strong arts networks across the city and region
encouraging innovation and creativity in all art forms
providing a key role in building sustainable communities through supporting arts projects
broadening understanding of the arts and building the reputation of the city

Whatever your interest, visitors and residents alike are often surprised by just how much is going on in Portsmouth. The city really is alive with a fantastic range of entertainment for all ages day and night, all year round.

Cinemas, music venues, galleries and theatres all combine to create a lively mix of activities for everyone to enjoy. The culture of Portsmouth truly is a hidden jewel of the south coast, rivalling arts hotspots such as Brighton. Portsmouth has a lot more to offer than most people imagine.

For information on what's on check out Aspire and Visit Portsmouth links.

Arts and Cultural Development Service
Floor 1, Core 1
Civic Offices
Portsmouth
PO1 2AD

Email arts@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Call 023 9283 4183 or fax 023 9283 4904