Three professional development opportunities are taking place between Jan-March 2012. On 25 January, 21 practitioners from Somerset and Devon attended Releasing your Fundraising Potential training day in Taunton. Led by Joanna Ridout this one-day course outlined some very useful tips on successful fundraising. Participants left feeling inspired and more confident of their own needs and abilities. "A great day, feel I really learnt a lot in a short space of time. Joanna managed the session very well, keeping us on track with a varied and fun approach back up by plenty of hands on experience and common sense" said a participant.

On Sunday 4th March artists are invited to join Tangle Theatre at Ridgway Hall in Langport for Word of Mouth - a one-day workshop that will use drama, music and impro techniques, multi-lingualism and a range of classical and contemporary texts to unpack and explore the 'language' of theatre-making. Book and get more information here.

Our third event is On the Road. Taking place on Friday 9 March this is a day training, knowledge and skill share workshop for dance and theatre companies who want to know more about rural touring. This session will be held at Williams Hall, Stoke St Gregory, Nr Taunton. Details of how to book and full information here.