Sunderland College students are hosting a special evening of live feel-good tunes to raise money for a local singer-songwriter’s potentially life-saving cancer treatment. The young musicians will headline ‘The Christmas Invasion’ at Independent in Sunderland with all proceeds being donated to the Fight for Faye Fund, which is raising money for Faye Fantarrow, who has … Continued
Sunderland College’s Arts Academy theatre is to be renamed as part of an ambitious rebrand and launch of a new production company. The 200-seat commercial venue at Bede Campus will be known as Theatre Eighteen, a nod to the Music and Performance faculty’s former ‘Room 18’ at Shiney Row Campus which was demolished in 2016. … Continued
Sunderland College has appointed a new Faculty Director to lead its Digital and Creative provision into an exciting and ambitious future. Sheree Rymer has taken up the role following a rigorous selection process and replaces Jane Reed who has been successfully appointed Campus Principal at Hartlepool Sixth Form. With over 20 years’ experience in education, … Continued
Sunderland College is using technology to provide its students with real-life industry experiences and showcase their skills. This week Music Performance students participated in a virtual masterclass hosted by North East musician, Will Jennison, who recently released his Christmas single ‘This Year’ with the support of Sunderland based Producers, ISG Global Music. Music has the … Continued
Former music student Alex Shenton-Parkin, revisited Sunderland College to inspire the next generation of music students. Alex is moving to Australia to work as a Production Manager for an internationally-renowned touring theatre company. Before he left on his exciting new journey, he came into the College to deliver a masterclass to foundation degree music technology … Continued
