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David Simper

I have worked in the housing and transport professions for several local authorities, specialising in policy, strategy preparation and bid writing. Having always had an interest in film, the visual arts in general, theatre, music and lterature, I thought it would be good to combine the writing experience with these interests to contribute to altBlackpool. In addition to writing, my hobbies include watercolour and pastel painting, photography, woodwork, cycling and vegetable gardening.

Theatre Review: Abigail’s Party

An immortal piece of writing from Mike Leigh has new life breathed into it ...

Exhibition Review: Cleopatra’s Pearl Earring

Having previously reviewed Peter Jamieson-Sinclair’s excellent Caravaggio-based exhibition, David Simper was keen to see ...

Theatre Review: The Lodger

David Simper bused it down to The Old Electric theatre to take in this ...

Exhibition Review: Always Look on the Bright Side

Always keen to present Blackpool in a positive light through a thriving arts scene, ...

Exhibition Review: Darren Elwell at Tea Amantes

Fresh from reviewing at the HIVEArts event the same evening, David Simper legged it ...

Exhibition Review: Hannah Elizabeth – Those Sweet Moments

Local artist Hannah Elizabeth is displaying her work at HIVE gallery on Church Street. ...

Photo Talks: HIVEArts PhotoPool

The excellent PhotoPool exhibition and talks programme at HIVEArts has continued throughout August. David ...

Exhibition: HIVEArts PhotoPool

HIVEArts’ month long photographic extravaganza commenced on 3rd August 2024, with a two floor ...

Exhibition Review: Sandra Openshaw at Tea Amantes

Sandra Openshaw returns with a second exhibition at Tea Amantes cafe and gallery. David ...

Exhibition Review: Garth Gratrix – Flamboyant Flamingos

Following coffee with friends at the weekly HIVEArts jive in the Church Street gallery, ...