Arts, Culture & Heritage
Fitzrovia is an area rich with culture and history, and we want to help keep the creative spirit in our community alive.
Come along to our ever-expanding arts activities. We have arts for wellness, crochet and crafts and more in store!
Got a creative skill you’d like to share with your community? Get in touch and let us work with you!
FNA Arts and Crafts
Female and Love Arts and Crafts?
Join this creative group for women who share the same passion. All materials are provided.
* Please note this class is fully booked currently. *
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Working with Textiles (new!)
Inspired by the Architecture of London
A 10-week course for those wanting to develop their craft skills using different creative methods.
We will use recycled paper to make rolled paper beads which will be constructed into a bracelet or necklace, and sewing techniques to make a jazzy Suffolk puff key fob or broach.
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Design and Make
Creative Art Course
Fun and friendly classes during term time exploring techniques such as collage, botanical dyeing, shibori, block printing, marbling and making books. A distinct theme is set for each term.
You do not need to be a creative genius to participate! Beginners and all ages are welcome.
All materials are provided - just come along, learn and enjoy.
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Groove Chorus (new!)
Not Your Average Choir!
The Groove Chorus is your happy place. A chance to sing with incredible musicians, challenge yourself, and make great friends along the way. You will groove to iconic dance music inspired by queer culture from the 1970s to the present day. Each arrangement is seasoned with an eight-piece professional band to add extra spice!
Groove Chorus provides an opportunity to get away from the stresses of work or studies and feel like the main character! There's no audition process to join in – this is aimed at people who studied singing at school, college or university but let adulthood get in the way of pursuing it further. Some participants read music fluently, others not at all.
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Art for Wellness
Refresh, Rejuvenate, Restore
Explore and create art in our weekly art for wellness workshops with qualified mental health arts practitioner and local artist Lucia Jaffer.
Lucia Jaffer is an artist, designer, maker and organiser. She has a special interest in carnival arts and has worked on many large and small-scale events and festivals including Thames Festival, Notting Hill Carnival, Gay Pride and Glastonbury. Lucia is also a qualified Mental Health Arts Practitioner and has
training in arts for wellbeing subjects and trauma-informed practice. She enjoys utilising and transforming recycled materials.
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Connect & Do
Join In. Get Creative. Feel Good.
Do you want to find new interests, make new friends, get out and have fun?
Welcome to Connect & Do ...
Ceramics, model making, collages, printmaking, sewing, painting and jewellery-making.
Wow - something for everyone!
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Dressmaking & Sewing Class
Sew Friendly: A Class for All Levels
This is a friendly sewing group for all.
Beginner students will learn to thread the sewing machine and make a simple cushion cover and then progress to making a tote bag.
Intermediate students - can fix or make alterations of their own clothes.
Advance students - can bring their own personal clothes project to get advice on how to sew it.
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Drama & Improv Club For Adults (new!)
Unwind & Socialise
Drama based activities and games to recharge and rediscover your creative spark - all while improving communication, confidence, and morale.
People Say ...
Just wanted to share how much I enjoyed the improv classwith Polina this Thursday! She’s such a lively and inspiring teacher – really made everyone feel welcome. We did tons of different activities, and it was all so much fun. Honestly, for the price, it’s a steal. Whether you’re a total beginner or just looking for a fun evening, I’d highly recommend checking it out! - Thomas
Had such a blast at this improv class! Polina brought so much amazing energy – she kept the vibe super positive and engaging the whole time. I laughed so much and left feeling energized. If you're even a little curious, just go for it. Highly recommend! - Maxime
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Check out our other programmes:
Health & Wellbeing
Take care of yourself physically and mentally.
Seniors’ Services
Dance and socialise your way through your senior years.
Children & Families
Make friends and support your child’s growth.