This event has now ended but you can see the recording of the whole day on the Rosetta Arts YouTube channel
Following on from the success of last year’s event when we invited young people from across Newham to come and have a go at something creative with a real-life professional, we’re delighted to announce Be Creative! 2021.
This year we’re taking Be Creative! online. This FREE event is for young people who want to take part in a full day of exploring the arts, learning and having fun.
Each young person that books in advance will receive a free art pack delivered to their home.
Take part in sessions covering everything from dance and drama to calligraphy and creative careers.
Be Creative! project manager, actor and university lecturer Kyley T.C. Winfield, says: “Be Creative! is a free opportunity for young people of Newham to access a variety of art forms which interest them. All the sessions are suggested by young people. The young people are also involved in creating any future courses off the back of this event. It’s a wonderful opportunity for collaboration. The young people frequently tell me how much they enjoy the process. Be Creative! shows that education can be both fun and enjoyable, as well as instructive and edifying.”
This year’s theme is: Connect through Creativity
See the full programme for 8 April below:
Join the Newham Youth Board! (13-18 year olds) 10:00am – 10:30am
Do you want to be a decision maker on culture and events in your local area, meet new people, and get PAID for it? You don’t need experience, just passion! Hear what it’s all about from our current youth board members.
ART STARS! Step by Step Drawing (9+) 10:30am – 11:00am
Whether you’re shy with a pencil or you just can’t stop scribbling, our ART STARS! drawing session offers a welcoming and inspiring place to develop your artistic skills.
Calligraphy (12+ years old) 11:00am – 12:00pm
This unique session explores some of the rich and varied forms of Middle Eastern Art. Learn essential design principles that inform the art of calligraphy.
Fashion Design. (10+ years old) 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Love fashion and want to find out how to begin designing your own clothes and accessories? Want to express your emotions through your creations? This is the session for you!
Film-making (10+) 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Would you like to learn what goes on in front and behind the camera?! This fun session on film-making will give you new practical skills!
Zen Drama (10+) 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Want to feel more confident or express your feelings in a creative way? Join our acting session and explore your emotions through playing games and characters.
Mindful Moves (10+) 3:00 – 4:00pm
Full of energy and nothing do with it? Or maybe you are lacking energy and wish you had more? Either way, this dance class will help you! You will be up and moving, and expressing your emotions in this fun-packed session.
Creative Careers (14+) 4:00pm – 4:30pm
Do you enjoy being creative? Have you been developing your creative skills in lockdown? Learn about how we can support you in turning your creativity into a career!
Watch the video below to recap Be Creative! 2020
Our young guests can also help choose some of the creative activities that they would like to see happen in the borough for the rest of the year and get clued up on the latest opportunities in Newham, including the I Design My Future project, supported by the Mayor of London’s Young Londoner’s Fund.
For more information, email kyley@rosettarts.org or give us a call at Rosetta Arts, 0207 511 1117.
The Be Creative! 2021 event is funded by HeadStart Newham through the National Lottery Community Fund, and is in partnership with Newham Youth Services in promoting emotional resilience for young people. The event is also supported by the Mayor of London through the I Design My Future programme, a partnership between Rosetta Arts and Rinova.
