A new kind of art experience. Chaos, colour and pure creative energy.

Step inside a real working art studio and gallery, surrounded by seven local artists and seven completely different styles. The space hums, the walls breathe and you’re part of it the moment you walk in.

Come with a spark of an idea just a feeling, a colour, a mood and build it into something real with a little nudge of giddy encouragement from me, The Collinson.

Everything you need is provided. Every direction, every colour suggestion, every “go on, trust it” moment is there if you want it.

And you leave with a piece of art that you made raw, honest and entirely yours.

This isn’t your typical paint-and-sip. This is a night that actually means something.

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Cocktails & Chaos — Hertford’s most expressive night out

• £75.00
• Doors open at 6:30.
• Painting kicks off at 7.
• Food lands at 8.
• Brushes down at 9.
• Dancing until the room decides it’s done. 💃🕺

🖌️ Live painting by The Collinson — unfiltered, unapologetic, electric.
🍸 Complimentary cocktail on arrival.
🥘 Half-time charcuterie board to refuel the chaos.
🍷 Fully licensed bar flowing all night.
🎨 All materials included — acrylics, charcoal, crayons, pencils, spray paint. Go feral.
🖼️ Take home a 40×30cm original artwork you created.
💬 Guidance available on colour, technique, and creative flow — only if you want it.
🛋️ Relaxed, informal, rea l— a working gallery and studio, not a staged workshop.
✨ Bold, messy, unforgettable. A night out that actually hits.

CHECK AVAILABLE DATES AND BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE

Hunsdon Church has booked Stefan Smart to perform his Edinburgh Fringe show, ‘I am Mark’.

He is a professional storyteller and the story he tells is Mark’s Gospel (word for word from the NIV – from memory!).

THE DETAILS

Date: 28th March, 2026
Time: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Location: Hunsdon Village Hall, 45 High Street, Hunsdon, Ware SG12 8NJ

One man. One chair. One incredible true story

‘I am Mark’ is a dramatic staging of one of the most explosive books of all time – the Gospel of Mark.

Join actor and storyteller Stefan Smart as he draws a uniquely intimate and provocative portrait of the Son of God and breathes new life into the greatest story ever told.

A sell-out at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019, we are pleased to welcome Stefan to Hunsdon.

Tickets:

• £10 Standard – online / till 27th March
• £15 – on date / door

Get your advance tickets now!
https://openhouse.hunsdonchurch.org/events/i-am-mark/

WHEN: Friday 20th March, 7pm
WHERE: Stanstead Bury Farm, Nr Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 8JZ

We are very excited to announce that we are hitting the road with… Jane Eyre!

That’s right! We cannot wait to kickstart 2026 with our heartwarming and magical adaptation of Brontë’s beloved novel – packed with scandal, song and suspense! And we are so excited to be bringing our production to Stanstead Bury Farm in Stanstead Abbotts on Friday 20th March following our previous visits with A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Three Musketeers and Pride & Prejudice and more!

About Jane Eyre
Orphaned and alone, Jane Eyre grows up in a world that seeks to silence her spirit. Defiant in her search for freedom, belonging and love, she finds herself at Thornfield Hall – where the enigmatic Mr Rochester hides dark secrets behind its walls…

Passion, mystery and resilience collide in this sweeping story of self-discovery and courage, brought to life in a bold new adaptation!

Written by Charlotte Bronte
Directed by Sarah Slator
Assistant Direction by Chloe Bond
Music by Simon Stallard
Adapted by Ethan Taylor

Reviews
“An enchanting production of Jane Eyre brilliantly performed by talented actors who manage to convey the drama and poignancy of the original novel!” – Sussex Local Magazine

 “A lovely production with an enchanted feel… This Is My Theatre are certainly worth looking out for!” – ingenu/e magazine

More information
This performance will take place indoors at the Hay Barn, so please dress warmly.
Doors Open from: 6.30pm
Running time: Approximately 85 minutes
What3Words Location: twin.porch.rock
Parking: There is audience parking outside the venue.
Seating Provided: Yes.
Food and Drink: Refreshments will be available before the performance for donations towards church funds.
Dogs: No dogs other than guide dogs will be admitted to this performance.
Wheelchair User Access: There is step-free access into the venue. If you have any access requirements before your visit, please contact the Box Office via email or phone (07981 227790) ahead of the performance date.

So why not join us for what we are sure will prove to be a very special evening for all ages!

You can find tickets and more information HERE.

WHAT: SAINT VALENTINE’S DAY MASSACRE
WHEN: February 14th – March 1st 2026
WHERE: Brothership Studio, 14 Bull Plain, Hertford, SG14 1DT

At Brothership Studio, the art doesn’t sit still. We’re a living, breathing studio space, where creation unfolds in real time and visitors step inside an experience rather than simply viewing one. This spirit of experimentation sits at the heart of our mission to break down traditional art‑world barriers and champion a more open, immersive way to connect with creativity. It aligns perfectly with the pioneering energy of this upcoming show.

We’re thrilled to be collaborating with Pure Evil for a vibrant new exhibition that brings together iconic favourites and never‑before‑seen works, revealed exclusively on opening night. The show will sit alongside fresh pieces from our resident artists — Cherry Pie, Liz Loxton, Matt Collinson, Natasha Jowett, Nick Shipton, Oliver Combellack, Sue Black and Tim Voss — celebrating the full spectrum of talent that fuels our space.

Ever wondered what links the rave scene, graffiti culture, pop art and unfiltered emotion? Pure Evil provides the answer.

Using imagery and graphics recognised from popular culture, Pure Evil reveals the hidden depths and possibilities that lie beneath the surface of these icons. Often featuring his trademark teardrop, his work can turn beauty into a nightmare and the everyday into a social statement. His art mines a much deeper vein than what is visible on the surface, it prompts difficult emotional questions and elevates our sense of place within the world.

Just as Pure Evil’s icons begin to reveal their untold stories, we invite you to dig deep and ask: What is yours?

Come along to our Exclusive Opening Night.
13th February | 6pm–11pm.

We’d love to see you all there. Bring a friend and let’s celebrate the great art in our wonderful town of Hertford.

Brothership Studio