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dbs is an online creative network & directory showcasing multimedia material from the UK's industry professionals. Users can interact, network, promote and advertise their portfolio, and find new business partners & potential clients without paying any subscription fees.

News

15th December 2009, 22:07pm

So, it's hard to believe but its almost time to wave goodbye to the noughties, and say hello to the 10s! 2009 hasn't been the best year for the creative industry, a result of the recession being that companies cut spending on what they considered to be unnecessary services. I've seen more than a handful of local creative businesses go down with the sinking ship that has been our economy, but I have faith in those who are passionate enough about their chosen profession that they will get back to shore and dry out soon enough! So here is wishing everybody a merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year from everyone here at dbs, we will be sure to see plenty more of you next year because we have big things planned for the website!

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Articles

In defence of That London
I’ll hold my hands up right now and say that I’m guilty as charged. I did a Dick Whittington. A little over a year ago, I moved to London in search of those golden pavements and expensive pints. I...
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Flocking North
You can always tell a northerner if he doesn't tell you first! I think I can say that because I am one (albeit originally from the other side of the Pennines).  I worked in London for nearly 20...
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Sheep
Lets all be like sheep, simply pack our bags and flock to ‘the big smoke’ in the footsteps of Dick Whittington to seek fame & fortune in...
Read more Posted byPosted by: Rodney

Featured Profile
Instant Dissidence

Instant Dissidence

Performing Artist from Yorkshire

Rita Marcalo initially trained in contemporary dance at the Professional School of Lisbon Dance Company, where she was an apprentice, and with choreographers Vera Mantero and Joao Fiadeiro. She performed with Aveiro Dance Company and Lisbon Dance Company.

She carried on her training in Austria...

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Upcoming Events

Prototype

Saturday 19th December
Happening in the Yorkshire area.

Prototype PROTOTYPE @ HUB next installment is 19th Dec, which is fast upon us and its going to be a biggy. Prototype has two rooms...

Room (1) is Prototype usual stuff but with a xmas twist......

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White Christmas - Christmas Glitz

Monday 21st December
Live music in the West Midlands area.

Christmas Glitz featuring Star Soloists Jacinta Whyte and Matt Little.

May your Christmas celebrations be magical, merry and bright with this wonderful show of nostalgic all-time...

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The Hallé Carol Concert

Tuesday 22nd December
Live music in the West Midlands area.

Petroc Trelawny presents The Hallé Choir, Youth Choir and Children's Choir.

Join us for the Hallé's traditional celebration of Christmas – a treat for all ages. In the ultimate festive...

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Tchaikovsky Gala

Saturday 26th December
Live music in the West Midlands area.

The passionate music of Russia's most romantic composer is brought to life in a superb Boxing Day concert of timeless classics culminating in the explosive 1812 Overture with a stunning indoor...

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Band Bosh - calling all bands!

Wednesday 20th January
Live music in the Yorkshire area.

Starting this January at The Parish - the very first 'Band Bosh' - Battle of the Bands.

Brought to you by The Parish, GN Studios + Dead By Dawn Records

It will be over heats 4 bands in each ....

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Debbie Reynolds - Alive & Fabulous

Friday 9th April
Happening in the West Midlands area.

A hilarious, touching and uplifting evening of music and comedy

MGM legend and star of Singing in the Rain, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, That’s Entertainment, The Bodyguard, and Will and Grace,...

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