Chris Bridgman
Events & Exhibitions Coordinator
Chris has had a chequered past in various areas of the cultural sphere.
Apart from Upland, he currently works part-time as Development Producer for Cumbria Arts & Culture Network, creating training and networking opportunities.
He was previously Artistic Director of Kirkgate Arts & Heritage, programming the Kirkgate Arts & Community Centre in Cockermouth; and managing Arts Out West, the rural touring scheme for West Cumbria; and he currently sits on the Board of the National Rural Touring Forum.
Other previous work includes Creative Producer for Lancaster LitFest; Director of North West Playwrights (script-writer development agency) for many years; and leading the creation of the Northern Actors’ Centre. He has also worked as an actor, director and radio journalist/producer.
Chris currently chairs the organising committee of the Cockermouth Live! festival. He enjoys singing with a local community choir, and dabbling in other creative activities when time allows.
Contact Chris on [email protected]