Info Line

According to Wilkipedia, the online encyclopedia, the term ‘the arts’ is:-

'a broad subdivision of culture comprised of many expressive disciplines. In modern usage it is a broader term than ‘art’ which usually means specifically visual art.'

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?

All over Scotland there are arts centres, arts projects and skilled people to help you follow up on your interests, develop your talents, and help you to find out more and get started. There’s practical help, training, support and equipment to borrow – it’s all out there, you’ve just got to track it down.

If you're interested in getting involved in the arts but aren't sure where to begin, then you've come to the right place! We've collected together loads of different info on the arts - including information on organisations from all over Scotland, training and careers and guides to getting involved.

Click on one of the sections above to find out more or call the Young Scot InfoLine on 0808 801 0338 - one of our Information Advisors will be more than happy to help you find the arts information or contacts you need.

LOCAL ARTS INFORMATION

If you want to find out what's happening arts wise in your local area, then give the Young Scot InfoLine a call on 0808 801 0338 - they have access to lots of localised arts information and links.    

You could also find out What's On at your nearest Arts Centre (link 'Scottish Arts Centres' at the top of this page) - there's usually lots going on.

You could also contact the Arts Development Officer in your Local Authority. They'll know all of the best people for you to get in touch with in your area and can point you in the right direction. Call the Young Scot InfoLine on 0808 801 0338 to ask for the contact name, number and email address of the Arts Development Officer in your local area.

FUNDING

Whether you are playing an instrument, into scultpture or fancy writing a bestseller, it is likely that you will need to find out about funding for the arts at some point.

Check out our arts funding section by clicking on the 'Funding' link at the top of this page for all the info to get the financial support you need.

You can also contact the Young Scot InfoLine on 0808 801 0338 for further information about arts funding.  If you are an individual looking for funding support (not a group), then the Information Advisors at the Young Scot Info Line can also run a 'FunderFinder' search for you to identify trusts and foundations that you can apply to for financial support.

Make sure you also check out the Scottish Arts Council website (link in the 'helpful links' section), which has a lot of information about the support available from them and more information about the arts in Scotland.

ARTS DISCOUNTS

Remember that you can use your Young Scot card to access arts discounts across Scotland.  There are discounts offered in cinemas, arts centres, music shops, book shops and much, much more. 

Search for arts discounts available by clicking on the link in the 'helpful links' section.

If you don't have a Young Scot card, call the Young Scot InfoLine on 0808 801 0338 who will advise you how to get one.

Have fun!