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Passionate about our work, our mission statement  Bridging the Years, Supporting the future equally applies to caring about people within our local communities, providing support in whatever way we can.<br /><br /></p> <p>In 2009 Ekpsan transformed a 15,000 square foot factory into an award-winning&nbsp; arts venue, The Brightside Project, hosting cultural events for the benefit of all people.&nbsp; <br /><br /></p> <p>Our commitment to community engagement is not a fringe activity or luxury but core to the ethos of our business  building inclusivity, new ways of thinking which benefit everyone rather than the few, local and national standing, a dedicated workforce and reputation for the causes we support and way we do business, as much as our products.&nbsp; The Brightside Project helps us to fulfil all these aims.<br /><br /></p> <p>We are very proud to sponsor a permanent home for community-led arts events enriching the cultural life of local communities, and look forward to continuing this exciting journey with the people of Sheffield.&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /><br /></p> <p>Visit &lt;&lt;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.ekspan.co.uk">www.ekspan.co.uk</a> </p> <p><a href="http://www.ekspan.co.uk" target="_blank"></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">OPEN DOOR THEATRE</h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>Staging 1984 as live theatre is a celebration of the work of one of the UK s finest writers of the 20th century. Its purpose is to present a live recreation of the story and world of 1984 as seen through Orwell s eyes.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Whilst the book has been adapted for film and television, stage versions up until now have been rare. Perhaps the reason is that to capture the depth and dark elements 1984 represent, become a limiting factor in a live presentation. How to get inside the mind of Winston Smith and present his struggle to break out of his confined existence offers a major challenge to any actor or director.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The world of 1984 is big; it operates on multi levels of consciousness and therefore it needs be big to make a serious impact to challenge its audience. The advantage of producing this play in the chosen environment is that it provides the opportunity to do exactly that.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Working with Ekspan Ltd, the Open Door Theatre Company has a unique and rare opportunity to work as an artist does with a complete blank canvas (in this case a canvas of some 15,000 square feet). Whilst there are some obvious logistical challenges, nevertheless the available space removes many of the limitations of a conventional theatre venue.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The world of 1984 is a hard place where the citizens work hard, for long hours with very little reward. Sheffield is a steel city with an underlying culture of hard work and endeavour.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the heyday of the steel industry, Sheffield steel formed a backbone to the both the UK and the wider world economy in the increasing demands for producing things. Whilst the world has changed to more global based economies, Sheffield still stands as a beacon to achievement and innovation.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>This said, putting 1984 on as a play at a working factory venue right in the heart of Sheffield s industrial heritage seems appropriate to the city and to the work itself.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>It is the intention of all concerned to build and create the world of 1984 into which the audience will enter. Your visit to the world of Big Brother will be much more than a simple entertainment to be enjoyed  it will be an experience to remember forever. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>visit &lt;&lt; <a href="www.opendoortheatre.co.uk" target="_blank">www.opendoortheatre.co.uk</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">ARTS COUNCIL&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ENGLAND</h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>Mairead Turner, Performing Arts Officer, Arts Council England, Yorkshire, said: &#39;Arts Council England is pleased to support this new partnership between Open Door Theatre and Ekspan and their site specific theatre production. We hope that our lottery award will enable new audiences to experience a modern interpretation of 1984 in an unusual setting and Open Door Theatre to respond creatively to a great opportunity and space&#39;. October 09</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>visit &lt;&lt; <a href="http://www.artscouncil.org.uk" target="_blank">www.artscouncil.org.uk</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">SHEFFIELD THEATRES</h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>Sheffield Theatres comprises three distinctive performance venues, the Crucible, Lyceum and Studio Theatres.&nbsp;&nbsp;Together they form the largest regional theatre complex outside London and provide a wide variety of live entertainment from drama to dance, musicals to live talks.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>visit &lt;&lt; <a href="http://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk" target="_blank">www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">READHUNT</h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>Steve, Mike and all at Read Hunt are proud to be associated with Independent Theatre in Sheffield, and wish everyone involved success with this innovative and exciting project.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>visit &lt;&lt; <a href="http://www.readhunt.com" target="_blank">www.readhunt.com</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL</h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>"We are delighted to see that Ekspan has partnered up with the Open Door Theatre Company to produce 1984.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is wonderful to see a private sector company supporting the arts in this way and we wish you all the greatest success in your endeavours.&nbsp;&nbsp;Hopefully this will lead to many new collaborations across the sectors - you are an inspiration to both business and creative practice.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please do come out in your droves to support this exciting venture!"</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Amy Carter - Head of Arts, Museums and Cultural Promotion</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>visit &lt;&lt; <a href="http://www.sheffield.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.sheffield.gov.uk</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">BLUEBELL WOOD CHILDREN&#39;S HOSPICE </h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>"Our charity is all about creating fun and lasting memories for the children that visit us and their families. This project should make for an unforgettable night out for Sheffield theatre-goers, with a fantastic production of a classic novel in a unique setting, whilst helping children in South Yorkshire get the care they need. We are delighted that Ekspan and the Opendoor Theatre Company have chosen Bluebell Wood as their nominated charity for this project."</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Sarah Champion</strong> - Chief Executive of Bluebell Wood Children s Hospice</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>visit &lt;&lt; <a href="http://www.bluebellwood.org" target="_blank">www.bluebellwood.org</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">WAKES SMITH &amp; TOFIELDS</h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>Wake Smith &amp; Tofields is proud to be sponsoring the production of 1984 and hopes that everyone enjoys the play.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Wake Smith &amp; Tofields provides expert advice in commercial and private client law. Our team of specialist solicitors have extensive experience and thoroughly understand the business and personal requirements of clients. Services include company &amp; business law, corporate finance, IT/IP and new media, commercial property, employment law, litigation, dispute resolution, debt recovery, wills &amp; probate, family law, residential property and personal injury.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>visit &lt;&lt; <a href="http://www.wake-smith.com" target="_blank">www.wake-smith.com</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div> <div style="MARGIN-TOP: 6px" class="clear"> <h2 class="text_center">Nabarro solicitors</h2> <p class="text_center">&nbsp;</p> <p>Nabarro LLP is proud to support Ekspan and the Brightside Project championing community arts in Sheffield. We wish this exciting production of  A Clockwork Orange , and all involved with it, every success. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Nabarro LLP is one the UK s leading commercial law firms, with offices in Sheffield and London. 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