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Lakeside Arts, Phoenix Theatre: Shewolves Productions
Sessions take place on Tuesday evenings 6.30-8.30pm
12 November 2024 to 15 July 2025
Free optional donation
Lakeside Arts are seeking 15 female, trans and non-binary young people, 13-19 years to join Phoenix Theatre Company in their year’s residency at Lakeside Arts Centre, Nottingham. This group is led by professional theatre-makers Evie Osbon (they/them) and Octavia Nyombi (she/her).
The group will explore skills including Directing, Acting, Stage Management, Costume & Set Design, Branding, Producing and Script Writing. Working alongside writer Sarah Middleton (she/her) they will co-create a new play, rehearsing and performing at Lakeside Arts Centre. Snacks are provided at all sessions, and there are opportunities for the group to attend free local theatre trips.
There are only 15 places available – so to book on, please download and fill in this form, and return to [email protected].
New Art Exchange: YARD
The older YARD group, aged 12-18 years, develops performance skills, explores different styles and devises their own work. Working closely and collaboratively they explore the issues that matter to them and develop their own style as performers and theatre-makers. They create exciting, thought-provoking, and original work.
The sessions are free, but booking is required. To find out how to get involved or book your place, please email [email protected]
Young People & 1525 Collective
Nottingham Contemporary’s programme for 15–25 year olds is for anyone wanting to be creative, gain experiences, take part in social events or get your voice heard about the things that matter.
It usually takes places at Contemporary at 5pm on a Wednesday.
Get in touch with Chan, Young People’s Programmer on 0115 948 9750 or email [email protected]
Register to be a member of 1525 Collective HERE
Nottingham Music Hub: Robin Hood Youth Orchestra
RHYO plays a diverse range of music from classical to film to jazz. For 11-19 year olds in Nottingham City who can play their instruments to around Grade 4+. They rehearse once a week on Saturdays in the city centre (currently at the Nottingham Cathedral).
Playhouse: Theatre Groups
Nottingham Playhouse have a variety of groups for young creatives.
From theatre to art, spoken word to being on the youth board and gaining work experience. There’s something for everyone regardless of background or ability.
Circle of Light 5
Circle of Light is an award winning grassroots creative community of young people who are using their skills and personal experiences to reimagine the future of the music industry. Funded by Youth Music, they collaborate to make cool music, put on awesome events and support each other. With the support of industry professionals they are making the music industry more accessible and more inclusive. Recently launched their 5th album!
Nonsuch
Nonsuch have moved from their studio space but they are still committed to creating amazing opportunities for young performers and producers. Now based at Broadway Cinema, Nonsuch organise regular sessions and work with schools and communities across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Check out their website for news and events to get involved.
Backlit Gallery: Pending Collective
Pending Collective is a group of emerging artists aged 16-25 hosted by BACKLIT, focused on creating projects and events in Nottingham to encourage connection to the local culture and community. Including students and soon-to-be graduates, Pending Collective artists find a home in Nottingham and are in pursuit of enriching themselves and others through the creative process.
The Wolfpack Project
Founded in 2019 by Damien Reynolds; The Wolfpack Project was established to combat the substantial, growing issue of youth loneliness as a serious public-health problem of our time. As a result of his own experience of loneliness, Damien set up the charity in his hometown of Nottingham.
Playhouse: Art Club
Saturday Art Club
9 November: Printmaking
23 November: Mixed Media
11 – 17yr olds
£14 per session (*please enquire if cost is a barrier.)
There are two more Saturday sessions left at Nottingham Playhouse Youth Art Club. Experienced artists Jane Stockley and Elaine Winter will lead these sessions to help develop techniques, skills and creative confidence. Great to support the skills needed for GCSE (and A level) art but equally can be attended just for enjoyment and a creative outlet.
Book onto individual sessions for £14 per session.
Greenway Centre: SEND Project
SEND is a community arts organisation based in Sneinton, Nottingham, providing workshops, courses and bespoke projects to young people and vulnerable adults across the East Midlands via outreach work, or through projects run from their modern studio facility at the Greenway Centre. Regular youth sessions in Sneinton.
BFI Film Academy at Broadway
If you’re 16 to 25 and want to learn about the makings of film or want to work in the industry, then Broadway’s BFI Film Academy can help!
In partnership with the BFI, Broadway’s BFI Film Academy offers opportunities for 16-25s in Nottingham and the East Midlands to get to know more about film and how to make a career in the screen industries.
Through the BFI, Broadway provides a range of accessible activities, courses, workshops, and events offer opportunities for those wanting to test the water through to those keen to hone their skills.
Writing East Midlands: Free Creative Writing Groups
National Justice Museum (online attendance optional) Ages 10-18 Weekday evenings or Saturdays FREE
Writing East Midlands young writers’ groups are fun, friendly and full of like-minded writers. They meet monthly, receive support and guidance, enter (and win) competitions, take part in literary events, and make friends with lots of other writerly types.
CRS: Sound Machine/Youth Music
Sound Machine is a group dedicated to developing musical skills & creativity. It consists of workshops, live performances, training courses and work experience placements.