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Inter-generational gardening and nature activities in the Albany Garden.

A day of free drama and performance workshops, where young people can learn more about theatre making.

A unique opportunity to work on a new theatre-dance piece, The Kids Are Alright.

An action-packed week long course of circus, street dance and parkour workshops for adventurous young creatives.

Allsorts is a place where adults with learning disabilities can try new art activities, meet new people and have fun.

Come along to audition for our dance shows

Do you work in participatory arts as a freelancer? Come and have breakfast with us!

Join spoken word artist and activist Matt Abbott and air your views and opinions on the issues of the day.

FREE employability workshops and CV surgery for migrants, refugees and asylum seekers.

Taking inspiration from spoken word show, Dennis of Penge Annie Siddons and the team behind the production will lead a three-hour workshop to help get your own creative juices flowing.

Explore and challenge the social complexities created by constructs of racism, power and privilege.

Allsorts is a place where adults with learning disabilities can try new art activities, meet new people and have fun.

For three weeks in September and October 2019, Lewisham will become a hive of creative activity, celebrating the transformative power of the arts in our lives as we age.

Write your own material and explore themes of masculinity and mental health through creative activities and collaboration.

Applications have closed for the Festival of Creative Ageing Project Grants.

Do you work in participatory arts as a freelancer? Come and have breakfast with us!

Join us to celebrate the Albany's achievements over the last year and find out about our plans for the future at our Annual General Meeting.

Attention young people 18-25: Work and tour with rapper and activist ‘Potent Whisper‘ in a fully funded international project.

Heart n Soul's Allsorts is a place where adults with learning disabilities can try new art activities, meet new people and have fun.

A three day songwriting workshop for 12 - 18 year olds with Sarah Gillespie.

Would you like to learn how to grow your own food? Then come and join us every Thursday for our gardening club.

Are you a mother? What is it to be a mother? Can you become a mother? Have you ever decided not to become a mother? Have you never even thought about motherhood?

We are inviting you to decide which artists and projects we should support next.

Greens glorious greens! From the ground to your plate.

How many times in our lives are we told to be quiet, yet our spirit is shouting out to make noise?

A self-portrait painting session for Muslim women.

This workshop will explore what it would take or feel like for women to look at our own selves with our own eyes.

Heart n Soul's Allsorts is our creative taking part project for adults with learning disabilities (aged 18+).

A session for music industry professionals interested in the Arts Council funding programme ‘Develop Your Creative Practice’.

In the Embodied Social Change workshop by Camille Barton, dance, somatics and mindfulness are used to explore how oppression is rooted in the body and how we can shift its hold on our lives using mindful attention and movement.

On Saturday 5 October 2019, the Albany will join hundreds of Fun Palaces taking place nationally and internationally, with free and fun activities for the community to take part in. If you would like to get involved in the Albany’s Fun Palace or you just want to hear some more

Greens glorious greens! From the ground to your plate.

Young people who are part of the Albany’s Youth Programme are invited to come on a trip to see Some Like it Hip Hop – ZooNation smash-hit sensation.

Allsorts is a place where adults with learning disabilities can try new art activities, meet new people and have fun.

A fun opportunity for PG’s to socialise and sing within a warm and friendly environment, to express themselves and have a laugh!

A two-hour workshop with Sabrina Mahfouz aims to help working class artists to get their idea for a project application-ready, demystifying the process and discussing your plans.

In normal circumstances, sessions happen 50 weeks of the year at the Albany and various locations around Lewisham. Due to restrictions imposed by COVID-19, we had to rapidly rethink how we deliver this. The programme was originally borne out of a need to address social isolation amongst older members of

Over three years, artist teams have worked alongside older residents at 14 Lewisham Homes Independent Living schemes, developing a total of twelve sustained projects and many more drop in sessions with over 100 participants. Artists and residents have come together in shared lounges to develop projects that have included poetry

Albany Artist Advice Surgeries are back!

REZON8 is a Youth Record Label directed by music producer Kamzz, partnered with the Albany and Alchemy at Goldsmiths University.

The three artists working with and for our local community this year

Delivering creativity to doorsteps

ENLIGHTEN aims to uplift black creatives and those from disadvantaged backgrounds by creating accessible resources offering guidance and support.

The three artists working with and for our local community this year

Alchemy is an evolving collective that works in partnership with the Albany, offering access to professional music production, recording, rehearsal and mentoring to local people aged 14 - 18.

We are looking for London-based singers to form a new choir for Sun & Sea!

A youth-led research project exploring the value of arts and creativity in supporting young people with their mental health.

ID: BABYLON began in late 2018 with conversations and interviews with young people with experience of migration and from a broad range of backgrounds. The interests, hopes and fears they discussed form the basis of all we do and make on the project.

Our membership scheme offers access to our co-working hub, rehearsal space and artist development opportunities.

Supporting artists and encouraging democracy and collaboration.

A directory of online resources and tool kits, available to Creative Communities Members.

A series of artworks by six young people from Ukraine and the UK, who have met under new and extraordinary circumstances.

Bookings for last-minute activities of all sorts, available to our Creative Communities Members.

SOUNDS LiKE CHAOS is a theatre company for teenagers who want to perform and increase their drama skills.

Join our dementia friendly, free movie club.

Come along to our IDEAS-MAKING SESSIONS - fun and creative workshops where you can bounce your ideas with project staff and other participants.

Join us to celebrate the Albany's achievements over the last year and find out about our plans for the future at our Annual General Meeting.

This season we are offering a series of 'Gateway to the Creative Industries' Workshops.

Deptford Live! is our local community’s chance to take centre stage, share a skill and meet other local creative people.

Deptford Live! is our local community’s chance to take centre stage, share a skill and meet other local creative people.

A celebration of the creative work of older residents from four Lewisham Homes Independent Living Schemes and Meet Me at the Albany.

Ever wondered what goes on backstage? Check out our workshop, placement and paid trainee opportunities to get professional experience...

Come to a playful workshop creating stories with your bodies and making theatre with award-winning theatre company, Tangled Feet.

A practical, playful workshop unlocking how award winning Tangled Feet make their work.

Free, fun, creative music workshops.

As part of the Albany REBELS Season there will be two days of FREE activities for children and families in May Half Term.

As part of the Albany REBELS Season there will be two days of FREE activities for children and families in May Half Term.

Develop drama and creative skills, have fun and make an exciting new show over the course of eight weeks. Learn new skills over the course of the sessions leading to a showcase celebration on Saturday 13 July. All levels welcome. The only requirement is a commitment of your time and

Come together with other talented local musicians to form a brand new Albany Music Collective.

Have a go at drama and join in with a variety of exciting games.

Street dance and Hip Hop workshops with ZooNation.

Learn to create rhythms and make music.

A three day course filled with street dance, craft and outdoor fun.

Learn the basics of how to make a professional video using just your mobile phone.

Learn how to film and edit professional videos for social media on your mobile phone.

Work on your circus skills with the bold and brilliant Nearly There Yet Circus.

Love2Dance is looking for dancers aged 10 to 18 to join their Show Cast, and Performance Troupe!

Allsorts is a place where adults with learning disabilities can try new art activities, meet new people and have fun.

Evenings in care homes can be quiet and lonely, so every week Magic Me volunteers host cocktail parties where volunteers and residents socialise together.

A dance workshop hosted by Move Me founder Bert Roman.

Are you 55+ and love to dance?

A unique opportunity to meet funders from the PRS for Music Foundation and Help Musicians UK.

An informal opportunity to discuss your ideas and get invaluable feedback.

Dance to the visual beat of Z-Access is a one day interactive dance course for young people aged 10 - 16.

Join director Ros Philips, writer-performer Mira Dovreni, and UCL gender science researchers to create a freestyle cabaret.

Join us this October Half Term for ZooNation’s Some Like it Hip Hop themed dance workshops.

Audition to join the cast of SOUNDS LiKE CHAOS youth theatre's new show.

The People’s Party is a day of workshops organised by Nkechinyere Nwobani-Akanwo in which Deptford locals are invited to express their political ideas and form their own ‘party’.

Work with professional artists to make and record original music.

After the success of their first issue of Viva La Vulva, Leah and Jay bring you a live zine making workshop.

This session will walk you through how to prepare a project budget.

Drama and performance workshops including dance, music, costume and set design.

Understanding power, how to build it and how to use it.

Join world renowned grime artist Afrikan Boy (aka Shola) to build your lyricism and music making skills.

A workshop series for musicians or music practitioners interested in applying for funding.

Learn about available funding schemes, what kind of applications the Arts Council is looking for and get some useful advice around how to write a clear project plan.

This Carnival-inspired programme offers a variety of free creative workshops and courses throughout the year, each lasting six or eight weeks young people ages 10 -16.

A new programme with a mission to help young women express themselves creatively while gaining skills that could help them in education and employment.

Call-out for creative ideas in Deptford!

Play Makers is a two day drama programme for people aged 12-16 from Lewisham and the surrounding area.

A 3 day dance theatre course for young people aged 10 - 16.

Allsorts is a place where adults with learning disabilities can try new art activities, meet new people and have fun.

Do you aspire to a career in the creative world? Perhaps you'd love to be on the stage or behind it, present your own radio show or podcast or learn the ins and outs of how they are put together?

FREE Spoken Word Open Mic sessions at Canada Water Theatre.

This 6 week music project will develop your lyric writing and music production skills, as well as exploring musical styles and lyrical content in a safe and positive space.

Join Cecilia Knapp for a creative writing workshop and have the chance to perform what you create as a curtain raiser.

ARC Stockton and the Albany are seeking to commission two new Christmas shows for children aged 3 – 7.

Are you dreaming of a career in the performing arts? Do you want to get your work out there but don’t know how? Are you wondering what next?

Are you a young artist looking to develop your work and perform it?

We're opening out Canada Water Theatre for artists to work with local Southwark audiences to develop new work as part of the Mayflower 400 Festival for two weeks in June-July 2020.

Are you dreaming of a career in the performing arts? Do you want to get your work out there but don’t know how? Are you wondering what next?

Ever wondered what goes on backstage at a show? Are you interested in lighting, sound or stage management?

Industry professionals work alongside young artists in this 6 day intensive project taking place in the Albany theatre working together to make tracks to be aired on Resonance FM. All of our programmes are working to current government guidelines, and are subject to change.   To apply to the course

Established in the memory of gifted musician Ed Renshaw, the award helps young musicians in South East London to achieve their potential.

Discover new skills in lighting, sound and stage management in this hands-on workshop day

Introducing ORBIT, a new creative podcast series for young artists

Get outdoors and get growing with the Albany's very own gardening club.

This series of free online workshops, delivered by Industry professionals, are designed for young people interested in working in the creative industries.

This session will provide an inspiring overview and hands on experience of these backstage jobs.

In this creative development workshop, Ahnansé from Steam Down will outline strategies for developing a more positive mindset in your creative practice.

The SceneMakers Filmmakers Award is a programme set up to support young emerging filmmakers from South East London.

Free creative opportunity for young people aged 13-17. Presented by Shado and the Albany

Open Source Collaborations are back with their third round of applications.

The Albany invites young people aged 6-11 to join one, of two, week-long Summer Arts Holiday Clubs.

We’re inviting people with great ideas for local projects to make a short pitch for your support.

Free, fun and energetic drama and performance workshops for 10-18 year olds.

This October half term we invite young people aged 12-16 to join an exciting 2 day dance workshop with Extended Play at Deptford Lounge.

Celebrated youth theatre Sounds Like Chaos are looking for 5 young people aged 12 to 18 to join our company of young performers and make a new show.

A 6-week training course presented by the Albany

A 6 week training course presented by the Albany

FREE creative activities with Sounds Like Chaos, Practice Architecture and the Albany this half term.

You Heard Us is a public art project which celebrates women taking up public space. Come along to Deptford Lounge to view portraits of local women from the community.

JUSTICEMVMNT will be hosting FREE workshops for creatives between the ages of 18-30.

Are you a young person between 18-25 based in Lewisham and interested in putting on creative events? Deliver your own music event within the Revolution through music programme.

The Albany invites young people aged 7-10 to attend our 4 days Easter Holiday Arts Club 2022

FREE adventure play and creative activities with Sounds Like Chaos and the Albany this Easter. Come and learn new skills, play and make new friends.

Calling Lewisham 14 - 25 year olds - Get your music heard and perform as part of The Mayor's London Borough of Culture 2022

Join the climate home building team and gain construction experience and skills

For aspiring creative writers, spoken word artists and poets to work with professional poet Gboyega Odubanjo to explore new forms and styles of poetic writing.

Work alongside Climate Home’s resident fashion designer to learn design and making skills and create new designs for the catwalk.

Join celebrated Lewisham street dance trio The Unknown to learn new moves and styles including street dance, commercial and freestyle.

Summer holiday activities for young people aged 6-16

Take part in open play on the outdoor adventure playground and join in with guided creative activities.

Acclaimed youth theatre Sounds Like Chaos are looking for young people aged 12 to 18 to join our company of young performers and make a new show that will be performed at the Albany in the summer.

We are looking for creative ideas, which can take place on or off line and will connect with the people of Lewisham or Southwark, where the Albany is based.

We're inviting young people aged 6-16 to leap into Spring and join us for the Easter Holiday Arts Club.

Join our fortnightly Come 'n' Grow club for Over 60's in the Albany garden every other Tuesday from 11am – 12pm.

Weekly gardening sessions at the Albany.

Meet Me at… is our award-winning programme of creative and social activities for over 60s.

Our weekly Wednesday youth takeover.

A project for young people aged 16 - 24 interested in tech and coding to come together with industry experts to make and collaborate.

REZON8 is offering free recording sessions to 14-25 year olds two days a week.

Our Summer Arts Club for 7-16 year olds.

Street dance lessons for 8 to 18 year olds in Deptford, Honor Oak and Sydenham.

Join Meet Me... members on a storytelling tour around Deptford in a vintage caravan. Come and share food, fire, memories and magical tales.

We will create music together, and support you to enhance your own tracks!

Have you got an interest in working in backstage and technical for live events?

Celebrating joy, love, and connection through the lens of young men of colour.

Book a subsidised space for your rehearsal or RnD, open for Creative Communities members to apply.