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Filmed live by Martin Collins at Sadler’s Wells, London. Russell Maliphant paints his own interpretation with movement, light and shadow to create a poetic journey, with the exceptional dancers of Russell Maliphant Dance Company.
Arts Trust and NYJO summer programme empowered young people in King's Cross through music and spoken word, boosting confidence and creativity, culminating in a performance at King's Cross Summer Sounds, showcasing their original work.
Following the closure of long-time collaborator Greenwich Dance, Arts Trust takes full creative control and expands the programme of free festivals in beautiful parks and public spaces across Greenwich, Bexley and Tendring.
Participation in Summer in the Park means gaining exposure and engaging with locals and visitors who attend our festivals. It's not just a festival; it's a chance to be part of a community-driven celebration.
We’re looking for stewards to be a part of Summer in the Park 2024. At outdoor family events from June through to August, stewards will be ensuring all visitors have an incredible time in the sun.
Fractured is a new production by composer Jill Jarman created for and performed by Dame Evelyn Glennie, Catrin Finch and Hugo Ticciati.
We are looking to appoint our new Producer (Communities and Engagement) who will take a leading role in our participation initiatives, steering our efforts in line with our four theories of change during a period of significant growth and relationship building throughout London and Tendring.
Produced and Directed by Martin Collins, Vortex filmed live at Sadler's Wells Theatre will be broadcast on the BBC4, Sunday 21st January, 9PM
Summer in the Park is more than an event; it's a community-led, co-designed programme that brings life to both 'forgotten spaces' and heritage sites like Greenwich Park.
The Hidden Career Ladder, a unique initiative designed to demystify and open doors to careers in the creative industries for individuals from low socio-economic communities.
Our outdoor classes, set in the picturesque locations across London, offer a unique blend of physical activity, mental relaxation, and social connection.
We are thrilled to share the exciting news of a new partnership between King’s Cross Summer Sounds, Kings Place and Frozen Light, a groundbreaking theatre company.
This momentous achievement opens up a plethora of opportunities for us to strengthen our mission of delivering world-class festivals and promoting equality and diversity programmes.
Jill Jarman receives the 2023 commission from Catalyst, Arts Trust’s EDI systemic change programme. She will create a new full length production called Fractured, working with Dame Evelyn Glennie, Catrin Finch, and Hugo Ticciati.
Scheduled to air in 2024, the production, commissioned by BBC Arts and filmed by Martin Collins from Arts Trust Productions, will screen in its entirety.
The heartrending, classic coming-of-age story of the relationship between a boy and a wild bird of prey, powerfully retold through the medium of dance.
What is it about train journeys that makes me think about the stories of people’s lives. Each passenger has a narrative, a tale to tell, each one written and rewritten, made and remade through memory and imagination.
Silent Lines, filmed for broadcast, was inspired by Maliphant’s research and explorations in movement and anatomy to create rich and resonant aesthetics for the stage using a blend mix of music, movement, animated video projection, and lighting
Commissioned by Sky Arts, Art 50 and Co-funded by the Barbican, it both features and was created with young dancers from London who weren’t able to vote in the EU referendum.
Phoenix Dance Theatre, filmed for broadcast, perform a major contemporary dance work, choreographed by Sharon Watson, that explores the story of those who arrived in the UK on the SS Empire Windrush.
Echoes from the Birdcage is a new composition to emerge from Dame Evelyn Glennie's time as the PRS Foundation and Kings Cross Musician in Residence.
Emancipation of Expressionism is an 11-minute dance theatre film from Boy Blue Entertainment, choreographed by Kenrick ‘H2O’ Sandy and directed by Oscar-winner Danny Boyle.
Street culture is brought to life in this immersive storytelling adventure that unfolds in a purpose-built graffiti installation.
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Well done to everyone involved in running and funding this wonderful free festival! Keep doing this!
EFDSS - Katy Spicer
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Great to have an accessible and free event that supports people’s love of music
King’s Cross Summer Sounds Audience Member
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Great day of activity for the kids with culture, music and fun
Summer in the Park Audiance Member
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this is one of the most amazing experiences my daughter has ever experienced
Fire Songs: PMLD Audience Member
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