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Frequency is an international festival of digital culture, hosted every two years in Lincoln UK. Coming October 2023.
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Welcome to Frequency, an international festival of digital creativity, hosted every two years in the historic city of Lincoln. Since it’s inception in 2011, Frequency has become renowned for city-wide digital takeovers in non-traditional spaces, including exhibitions of site-specific work, live performances, world-premieres, and interactive experiences open to all.

21/10/2024

EULOGY by DARKFIELD 🎧 is in Lincoln for a limited time! Embark on a 'trippy, sensory adventure' this week in Lincoln's Cornhill. Tickets £5, book now! https://mailchi.mp/28300caf8c7d/eulogy-by-darkfield-book-now

19/10/2024

EULOGY is coming to Lincoln next week!

Get ready for an immersive experience that challenges your senses and mind.
The clock is ticking.

📅 Oct 22-27, 2024
📍 Cornhill, Lincoln
🎟️ Tickets
🔗 https://bit.ly/47SAYdB

09/10/2024

Prepare for an unsettling immersive audio experience, EULOGY, by award winning DARKFIELD. It's coming to Lincoln this October, book your tickets now! - https://mailchi.mp/d1eea57a7f13/eulogy-by-darkfield-in-lincoln

06/07/2024

21/05/2024

On June 1st Barry Hale is launching a Kickstarter campaign to publish Master Storyteller, John Row's autobiography, Pootling Through: a Life of Diversions. Click the link to find out all about it and reserve your copy.

John Row has been a professional artist, writer, performer for sixty years.He's been everywhere, man, studying at art school with a teenage Brian Eno; in at the early days of Rock Against Racism; touring with punk and reggae bands, hip hop artists and, more recently, in his mid-seventies and during Covid lockdown, curating the worldstorytellingcafe.com website and directing the Marrakech International Storytelling Festival once the borders were reopened.

Dive into a collision of memories, anecdotes and thoughts drawn from six decades of being at the cutting edge of street poets and alternative lifestyles, giving voice to the unheard and celebrating life in all its diversions and diversities.

John Row is a force of nature. Take it from the one who knows...

Himself!

The Amazing Adventures of Master Storyteller John Row

04/05/2024

Enter a realm like no other! ✨ The Lincoln Imporium offers a mesmerising blend of earthly wonders & otherworldly curiosities. But beware, mischief awaits!

https://bit.ly/3xGErxU

First performance of the day is 11am-12:30pm on Lincoln High Street, find us between the Stonebow and Cornhill. Step on up and see what it's all about!

City of Lincoln Council Visit Lincoln Be Lincoln

03/05/2024

Escape the ordinary this weekend in . Step into a world of curiosity and perhaps a little bit of mischief at The Lincoln Imporium.

📍🎭 More information as well as performance times and locations: https://bit.ly/44qOpQj

Our festival producers Threshold Studios, in partnership with City of Lincoln Council and Visit Lincoln, commissioned this experience for Lincoln thanks to government funding from Be Lincoln Town Deal Fund under the Lincoln Connected project.

Explore the wonders of the Lincoln Imporium: Where earthly wonders meet otherworldly curiosities, but beware the allure of mischief lurking in this interactive street performance...

20/02/2024

We bid a warm farewell to our Co-founder Uzma Johal MBE and congratulate Sam Lindley as she takes up the CEO reins. Read all about their news 👉https://thresholdstudios.tv/new-beginnings-for-threshold-studios/ 👏

23/01/2024

Great opportunity alert! 👇🤞

Today, we have launched the Lincoln Events, Tourism and Culture Creative Grant

The Lincoln Events Tourism and Culture Creative Grants programme aims to provide support and investment to small-scale and emergent events and festivals within our city centre. The grant's aim is to support artists and groups to stage festivals, events, or live performances to support footfall and economic growth.

Grants of between £1,000-£2,500 are available, with the deadline for applications on 3 March.

Find out more: https://www.lincoln.gov.uk/events-1/lincoln-events-tourism-culture-creative-grant

City of Lincoln Council

11/01/2024

Looking forward to this. Grab your tickets now!

🎭✨ Demo Night - Unveiling Art's Next Frontier! ✨🎭

📅 19 January

Step into the heart of artistic innovation with Demo Night, where creativity takes centre stage! 🌟 Join us on a captivating evening filled with the exploration of ground-breaking ideas, presented to an audience for the very first time.

🌐 A Platform for Emerging Talent:
Demo is your front-row seat to witness the birth of the next big thing in art! Featuring a curated selection of fresh works from both regional and national talents, this event serves as a hub for critical discourse in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Everyone is welcome to be part of this vibrant celebration of creativity!

🎭 Line-Up Highlights
Atom by Chloe Deyes (University of Lincoln Graduate):
Embark on a journey spanning fifteen years with "Atom," a relatable tale of friendship, romance, and the trials of growing up, presented by the talented Chloe Deyes.

The Boundless by Kieran Speirs (University of Lincoln Graduate):
Delve into questions of mortality, hope, and forgiveness in this full-length play by Kieran Speirs, a deeply personal exploration prompted by life circumstances and Lincolnshire's rich history.

Glass by Jacob Kay:
Experience the enchantment of Jacob Kay's first full-length play, "Glass," as three individuals grapple with the allure of a glass lake in a world falling apart. Shortlisted for the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting 2019, "Glass" is presented as part of an intensive R&D process, made possible by Arts Council England, Derby Theatre, and Lincoln Arts Centre.

Don't miss your chance to be part of the unveiling of artistic brilliance! 🌈✨ See you at Demo Night!

Book your Tickets now! Link in Bio.

🎨🌟

20/11/2023

Huge shoutout to our phenomenal volunteers and festival hosts at ! Your dedication and enthusiasm brought our event to life.

Thank you for helping to make Frequency Festival an unforgettable experience for everyone! 🌟

A quote from one of our volunteers:

"I’ve never met a team who are so friendly and considerate and care so much about their volunteers. You’ve made everyone feel so welcome and feel they can reach out to you all."

16/11/2023

Gratitude fills our hearts for the incredible testimonials we've received.

Your kind words fuel our passion and inspire us to continue pushing the boundaries of creativity. Thank you for being a part of our journey! 🙏

07/11/2023

The latest issue of Contemporary Lynx Magazine is out now! 📖It's an absolute must-read and here’s why…

🎨 It's dedicated to visual arts, photography, design, and collecting.
⭐️ It features top international artists, designers, photographers, and architects
💡 It has a unique cover -
🌈 It has published a review of Frequency Festival online!

Check it out and let us know what you think 👇🏻💬

Magazine 👉🏻 https://store.contemporarylynx.co.uk/product/contemporary-lynx-magazine-2-20-2023

About Frequency 👉🏻 https://contemporarylynx.co.uk/where-digital-art-and-communities-connect

02/11/2023

Check out photo 41 on the Evening Standard's Best Photos list...It's Camille Baker's INTER/her at Frequency Festival. Photo credit Electric Egg.

See the best images of the day from around the world.

29/10/2023

Wow. The Twilight Zone on Saturday night was one to remember. 👏

“Polaris”, an incredible laser light show, by BAFTA award winning artist took over the Chapter House at the Cathedral

“Ode to…” by Graham Elstone & Thomas Hall continued it’s journey across the festival with an amazing interactive digital xylophone

“Fabuloso Organ”, an interactive electronic instrument, by Different Light made its mark with our audience at Minster Yard

“Revontulet” brought to you by Stellar Projects brought amazement and interest with the sparkling sky and fantasy imagery

“Digital Graffiti” had our guests of all ages drawing on the cathedral with beautiful patterns, thanks to The Different Light Collective

Thank you to all of our incredible artists, festival team, volunteers and our always wonderful audience.

We hope you loved every minute as much as we did ✨🪩💥

Polaris has been made possible thanks to government funding from Be Lincoln Town Deal Fund under the Lincoln Connected partnership. In partnership with Threshold Studios, City of Lincoln Council and Visit Lincoln.

29/10/2023

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29/10/2023

It's the fourth and final day of Frequency Festival 2023! We have 15 fantastic events today across the Campus and Discovery Zones. Take a look at what's on below and plan your final day of Frequency fun! ⭐️

Tickets available for today are:

💡 Choosing Children - https://lincolnartscentre.co.uk/event/choosing-children/

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EULOGY is coming to Lincoln next week! Get ready for an immersive experience that challenges your senses and mind. The clock is ticking. 📅 Oct 22-27, 2024 📍 Cornhill, Lincoln 🎟️ Tickets 🔗 https://bit.ly/47SAYdB

We're excited to share the success of Frequency Festival 2023... all thanks to you! 🙏 🎉 32,000 people joined us at Frequency Festival 🎨 Over 60 public-facing cultural experiences 🌟 100 talent development opportunities 🌍 78 local, national, and international place-based artists Threshold Studios, the creative minds behind the festival, have made a tremendous impact. Learn more in their latest Impact Report! 🔗 https://bit.ly/3VXcqvH #FrequencyFestival2023 #DigitalCulture #CommunityEngagement #Innovation #CityOfLincolnCouncil #CreativeDigitalPlacemaking #LetsCreate #ACEsupported #FundedbyUKgovernment #TownsDeal #BeLincoln #LevellingUp #Placemaking #SocialChange #Culture #Lincoln

The Twilight Zone - Frequency Festival 2023

Wow. The Twilight Zone on Saturday night was one to remember. 👏 “Polaris”, an incredible laser light show, by BAFTA award winning artist @seb_ly took over the Chapter House at the Cathedral “Ode to…” by Graham Elstone & Thomas Hall continued it’s journey across the festival with an amazing interactive digital xylophone “Fabuloso Organ”, an interactive electronic instrument, by Different Light made its mark with our audience at Minster Yard “Revontulet” brought to you by Stellar Projects brought amazement and interest with the sparkling sky and fantasy imagery “Digital Graffiti” had our guests of all ages drawing on the cathedral with beautiful patterns, thanks to The Different Light Collective Thank you to all of our incredible artists, festival team, volunteers and our always wonderful audience. We hope you loved every minute as much as we did ✨🪩💥 Polaris has been made possible thanks to government funding from Be Lincoln Town Deal Fund under the Lincoln Connected partnership. In partnership with Threshold Studios, City of Lincoln Council and Visit Lincoln. #Lincoln #FrequencyFestival #DigitalArt #ArtsFestival #ArtAndCulture #VisitLincoln #MidlandsEngine #TownsFund #BeLincoln

What a first day today has been! ⭐️ Thank you to all of our talented artists, and amazing attendees for braving the British October weather and kicking #Freq23 off with a bang today. Take a look at today’s events as captured by our audience (that’s you!). Find our digital programme on our website to plan your trip tomorrow and across the weekend. It's going to be fantastic, we promise! We can’t wait to see you all. ☺️👋🏻 #Lincoln #FrequencyFestival #DigitalArt #ArtsFestival #ArtAndCulture #VisitLincoln

Tickets are selling fast for laser light spectacular, Polaris, at the historic Lincoln Cathedral Chapter house on Saturday 28th October. ✨ This is expected to be a sell-out event so get your tickets before they’re gone! 👇🏻 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/polaris-by-seb-lee-delisle-tickets-732765450187 Be Lincoln City of Lincoln Council Visit Lincoln Threshold Studios This experience has been made possible thanks to government funding from Be Lincoln Town Deal Fund under the Lincoln Connected project. In partnership with Threshold Studios, City of Lincoln Council and Visit Lincoln. #Lincoln #FrequencyFestival #DigitalArt #ArtsFestival #ArtAndCulture #VisitLincoln #TownsFund #MidlandsEngine #BeLincoln

⭐️ Throwback to Frequency Festival 2013! ⭐️ With the festival theme of Revolution, we welcomed over 15,000 visitors, immersing them in digital culture to inspire, challenge and encourage creative debate. 👣 2013 saw the UK/European premiere of LA group WIFE, and 11 other World Premiere events, brought into the heart of Lincoln. With work from Lincolnshire-based, national and overseas artists alike, Frequency 2013 brought innovative, diverse work to Lincoln. From screenless animation, to video goggles, to projection mapping, we’ve explored the possibilities and the changing relationships between digital and art. 🌈 Did you join us? ☺️ #Lincoln #FrequencyFestival #DigitalArt #ArtsFestival #ArtAndCulture #VisitLincoln

We’re pleased to announce that Threshold Studios, the creative and cultural agency behind Frequency Festival, have been awarded Arts Council England NPO investment for the next 3 years. 🎉 This support ensures we can continue to develop and deliver Frequency International Festival of Digital Culture, inviting everyone to experience the no barriers transformative powers of art and technology. Next Frequency edition coming in Oct 2023! #LetsCreate #ACEsupported Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport #art #technology #publicspace #inclusivity #diversity #digitalculture #freq23 📸 @electricegg at Frequency Festival 2019 and 2021.

Online Comedy Wellness Workshop

Tune in and relax as you listen to an improvised workshop designed to free your mind of the distractions of modern life. A wonderfully tongue in cheek performance created by Lola-Rose Maxwell, Jay Bennett and Martin Willis of live comedy production company and mental health support organisation, Objectively Funny. Namaste! Veruca, Buggsy and Rain invite you to join their no distractions thought space, where we meditate (for the brain), nutritionise (for the body), and gratitudinate (for the soul). #improvcomedy #workshop #meditation #funny #freeevent #festival #freq21 #frequencyfestival #mentalhealth#mentalhealth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness

NO DISTRACTIONS: Objectively Funny Workshop

Marble Awareness Roadshow

Following their Marble Awareness Roadshows in Chelmsford and Bloomsbury, UNBOSI is coming to Lincoln. They need your help to conduct vital research and process marbles through Marble Experience Exposure Machines (MEEMs). Lincoln has plenty of inspiration on tap to infuse into marbles, which then can be sent to un-inspired world leaders. You’ll also get to keep a supercharged marble of your own. Join the inspiration revolution at the Frequency Festival on 29th-30th October, on Cornhill 2pm until 8pm. Film by UNBOSI

Come on an adventure with us

We're excited to be back in Lincoln 28-31 October for our 10th anniversary year of Frequency Festival! This year’s programme takes place almost entirely outdoors or online, making it Covid-safe and easy to discover! The festival will take us into hidden histories, on unexpected encounters and even around the world. Watch our teaser to get a taste of what's in store!

Frequency Festival 2021 Teaser

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Lincoln's Digital Culture Festival 24 - 27 October 2019 http://frequency.org.uk/

Frequency Festival showcases and nurtures emerging and established creative talent; harnesses the collective voices of the creative industries to help shape the future of digital culture; engages audiences and inspires the digital creative in us all.

Frequency Festival is produced by Threshold Studios, in partnership with the University of Lincoln and supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. The event is driven by a dynamic city wide collaboration of public sector organisations, along with support from the business community.