ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM

Academy of Live Technology in collaboration with XPLOR,  Production Park and OISTAT (International Organisation of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians) is pleased to announce a second edition of the Symposium.

The international Symposium 2024 focuses on the main areas of Education, Technology and Sustainability related to the creative sector.    

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Our Speakers

Our second Symposium aims to expand and continue to promote dialogue among academics, students and practitioners in the following areas of the creative sector: visual arts and exhibitions, live performance, music, film and video, computer games, radio and TV, fashion, writing and publishing, heritage and cultural education.  

With over 22 countries represented, we are pleased to share our Symposium speakers. 

OISTAT Representatives

At the 2024 International Symposium, we are welcoming 21 delegates and members of OISTAT (International Organisation of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians). 

Find out more about our OISTAT delegates below. 

ATTENDING THE SYMPOSIUM

  • Getting here

    Our campus address is:

    Production Park 

    Langthwaite Business Park 

    South Kirkby 

    Wakefield

    WF9 3AP

    Travelling by car: 

    The A1 is a 10-minute drive away from the campus and we offer designated free parking on site including access to electric vehicle charging points. Our campus is on a secure site with controlled entry and exit gates. When arriving for the Symposium, you will be required to enter through the gated system where the event team will assist you in getting in and parking up! 

    Travelling by train:

    Our closest train station is Moorthorpe and a 10-minute walk away from campus, with direct trains to Leeds (20 minutes), Sheffield (30 minutes) and Wakefield (10 minutes). 

    From Moorthorpe train station, the campus is a short 10-minute walk where you will come to a signed pedestrian entrance.  

    Travelling by bus: 

    The 496 bus leaves from Wakefield bus station at regular intervals and arrives in South Kirkby, with a short walk from the bus stop to the park. Wakefield bus station is located within a short walking distance of Wakefield Westgate. The bus journey from Wakefield to South Kirkby is approximately 25-30 minutes and leaves Wakefield bus station approximately 3 times per hour during weekdays. 

    For further information, please see the local bus timetable in the section 'getting around'. 

    Please also take a look at the campus map through the link below to support you in arriving at the Symposium. 

    CAMPUS MAP


  • Staying here

    There are a number of hotel providers with varying rates, should you require overnight accommodation: 

    Wentbridge House | Hotel, Wedding Venue, Restaurant & Events - a 10-minute drive away

    Waterton Park Hotel and Walton Hall - a 20-minute drive away

    Holiday Inn, Doncaster -  a 20-minute drive away 

    Holiday Inn, Rotherham - a 20-minute drive away

    The Crown Hotel Bawtry - a 30-minute drive away

  • Getting around

    There is an hourly train service running from Moorthorpe station to Wakefield, Leeds, Sheffield and Manchester. Please ensure you check any travel arrangements you may need to make with the train line provider. 

    Should you require taxi travel, we recommend that you pre-book in advance to ensure you can get from A to B! We would recommend using Ace Taxi's in Wakefield.

    A local, regular bus timetable is in operation during the Symposium. This is a great way to get to Wakefield city centre.


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