Central Saint Martins Shows 2023 - Everything you need to know
- Written byInternal Communications
- Published date 30 May 2023
13-14 June Previews: time reminders for students
Until 16:00 on Tues 13 – Students showing in CSM Shows 13-18 June can collect wristbands from Reception.
16:00-17:00 - All individuals not involved with the show will be required to leave the building.
From 17:00 to close - Library access will be from Granary square (signage will be in place), except for those with access requirements, who can use the lift lobby
21:00 - Show closes
21:30 - Building cleared
22:00 - Building closes
CSM Shows 2023: Everything you need to know
We're really excited to prepare for CSM Shows 2023. Thousands of people come to Central Saint Martins during our end-of-year shows to see our graduating student's work. It’s a wonderful time in the College calendar, but it's also the busiest time for our Granary building and staff. Here’s everything you need to know!
CSM Shows 2023: Art, Design, Innovation, Culture, Materials
Thursday 15 June - Sunday 18 June, 12-8pm
Previews: Tuesday 13 June and Wednesday 14 June, 6-9pm
On Preview days, the building will close at 10pm. The show spaces will lock down 10 minutes after the building closes. If you need to stay in your show space beyond this time, please let security or an usher know in advance.
If the building reaches capacity, there will be a one-in-one-out policy. This may also apply to small spaces throughout the building with limited capacity.
CSM Shows: Postgraduate Art
Wednesday 28 June – Sunday 2 July, 12-8pm
Preview: Tuesday 27 June, 6-9pm
Wifi
CSM Shows 2023
Password: CSM@2023
Preparing work for the shows
Risk Assessments (RAMS)
If you are exhibiting work in the shows, you will need to produce a Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) for your exhibit to demonstrate that you understand the risks that are created by your piece during installation, the show and the take down. Your tutor will provide RAMS templates for you in advance of the show build. Once complete, these RAMS should be sent to your Tutor/area leader for approval.
PAT testing small electrical items
If your show display includes electrical items, they will need to be PAT tested before they are installed. PAT testing is designed to check the wiring of electrical equipment for any defects that could be dangerous. The most common items in the shows are:
- Projectors
- Laptops/iPad/tablets with chargers
- TVs/monitors
- Extension cables
- DVD players
Please note
- Un fused power adapters (must be a U.K 3 pin fused type)
- No open electrical circuits or bare wiring. Work must be contained in an electrical project, box, and no exposed bare electrical wires.
- Any electrical wiring for mains power must use standard 3 core cable.
- Any complex electrical installations are subject to the electrician's inspection and approval
Get PAT tested
A PAT testing session is scheduled in the Street at King’s Cross on Wed 7 June 13.00-16.00. Please bring any items to be tested to the Street during this session.
MA Fine Art and MA Art & Science students should join the PAT testing session scheduled for Tuesday 13 June at Archway. See information on Moodle.
Other MA students should bring items that need to be PAT tested to The Street at King's Cross on Thurs 22 June, 13:00-16:00. Further session/s can be arranged if required.
Please avoid mounting or fixing your items in place before they are tested, because the PAT tester will need to do a visual inspection of the item. If your item is too difficult to move / needs to be tested in the installation space, or there is a large group with multiple items to be tested, you can request that the PAT tester visit you. Please contact csmpattesting@arts.ac.uk.
Student helpers
If you would like to bring volunteers into the College to help you build your show display, please complete the Student Helper Permission Request Form (PDF 203KB) and submit this to your Course Leader. You may then be able to collect a wristband for your helper from the Control Room. These wristbands will only be valid before the show begins and for the specified day.
If you would like to bring in paid contractors, they must complete their own risk assessment and method statement (RAMS) and submit this to estateshelpdesk@arts.ac.uk for approval.
Funding to help with your show
The University Hardship Fund is a means-tested hardship grant to assist with study costs. It is not a loan and does not need to be repaid. Eligibility requirements are on the application form.
Wristbands and guest tickets for graduating students
Students graduating in 2023 will need to collect a wristband before the Previews to stay in the building past 5pm and for entry without queuing.
Get your wristband
- CSM Shows (13-18 June): Wristbands can be collected from CSM Reception during normal working hours Tuesday 30 May - Tuesday 13 June. Reception is open Monday–Friday, 8.30am-6pm and Saturday, 9.30am–5pm.
- CSM Shows: PG Art: Wristbands can be collected from CSM Reception during normal working hours Thursday 15 – Monday 26 June. Reception is open Monday–Friday, 8.30am-6pm and Saturday, 9.30am–5pm.
Please email your Programme External Liaison Coordinator if you have questions about wristbands or need to request additional wristbands for performers.
Book Preview tickets for your guests
Students graduating in 2023 can book up to four guest tickets for the Previews. Tickets will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.
If you have any issues booking guest tickets, please email csmticketing@arts.ac.uk.
All guest tickets will be digital. Tickets are scanned on entry and will admit one person per ticket. To reduce waste and waiting times, guests will be given wristbands if they leave the building and plan to come back in.
Non-graduating students: entry information
CSM students not graduating in 2023 are asked to attend the public opening days due to limited capacity at Previews.
Drinks
Please do not bring your own alcohol to the show as it contradicts our license. There will be card-only bars within the building should you wish to enjoy a beverage.
Children
Some works will be unsuitable for young children. We'll mark these pieces with signs, and our staff will help you avoid them. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
We will have baby-changing facilities on-site for CSM Shows: 13-18 June.
Some show spaces may not be suitable for strollers, where possible please use a sling. There will be a stroller park located in the Platform Bar for the opening show.
Security
During the shows, you may be bringing expensive personal items/equipment into the building. Please take steps to protect your belongings, as the University cannot take responsibility for loss or damage of personal property. To keep your items safe, please remove or lock your valuables away when you are not present. Security officers will be stationed at key points around the building during the shows, they are there to ensure safe procedures and behaviour onsite and not to monitor personal belongings. If you see anything suspicious, please report it to one of the officers.
Accessibility
Our building is fully accessible. We plan our shows carefully to ensure they are accessible to all. For more information check: https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/central-saint-martins-king-s-cross-main-building
Changes to building facilities and access during CSM Shows Previews, 13 and 14 June
Library
The Library and Learning Zone will remain open throughout CSM Shows 2023 Previews and can be accessed via a fire escape on Granary Square.
Food
The Platform Bar, open daily from 12-8pm. The Canteen, open weekdays 12-2:30pm. The Café, open on weekdays 12-8pm and weekends 12-4pm. Avoid eating or drinking in the show spaces.
There are also many other options in Kings Cross: www.kingscross.co.uk/eat-and-drink
Course spaces
Some spaces will be closed during the Previews for course events, thank you for your understanding.
Promoting the shows
Branding
If your course is producing material such as a course publication or website to support your show, look at our branding information and guidelines first:
If you have any brand queries, or would like to obtain approval for correct use of the CSM logo, please email Digital and Brand Manager Colin Buttimer c.buttimer@csm.arts.ac.uk.
Social media, press and editorial
The communications team will be sharing your work throughout the show. If you have any questions about social media, please contact csmdigitalteam@arts.ac.uk.
Tag #CSM2023 and use our CSM Shows 2023 overlays for sharing your work on Instagram – available from your course External Liaison Coordinator. CSM Shows 2023 IG filter will be available via @csm_news.
The audience for the show will include press. If you have any questions about working with press, please contact CSM Media Relations Manager Jo Ortmans: j.ortmans@csm.arts.ac.uk.
Graduate Showcase
The Central Saint Martins Shows will be complemented by the online showcase at graduateshowcase.arts.ac.uk. Participating in the Graduate Showcase can help your work reach an even wider global audience, who might not be able to attend the exhibitions in person.
You can upload your work as soon as you’re ready. When your profile has been checked and approved, we will send you a QR code that you can display beside your work in the building, to provide visitors with quick access to your contact details and more information about your work.
Visit the Graduate Showcase: Practical Info section of the UAL website for a video on how to upload your work to the online platform, as well as advice on writing about your work, making your work digitally accessible, protecting your intellectual property and more. Tutors will be available to help you present your work online and to advise you of the deadline for upload. They will also check and provide feedback if there are any improvements that you can make.
Art sales
If you choose, you can make your work available to purchase by linking to your online store on the Graduate Showcase. Please read our guidance on how to sell your work.
Artwork sales are handled directly by the artist.
Photographing your work
Graduating students can have free professional photographs taken of their work at our pop-up photography studio, open to 9 June. Book your 30 minute appointment.
Related events
BA Fashion Communication, Lethaby Gallery
Preview: Friday 26 May, 6-9pm (open to invited guests only)
Exhibition dates: Thursday 25 May 12-8pm, Friday 26 May 12-4.30pm, Saturday 27 May 12-8pm, Sunday 28 May 12-6pm, Tuesday 30 May 12-8pm, Wednesday 31 May, 12-6pm
Performance Programme, Platform Theatre
Tuesday 13 - Sunday 18 June [times tbc]
Performance Programme: MA Writing Showcase in the Platform Theatre
21 June (open to the public)