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KING’S CROSS SUMMER SOUNDS RETURNS FOR 2025, CELEBRATING 10 ELECTRIFYING YEARS OF FREE MUSIC, DANCE AND COMMUNITY

Arts Trust, producer of St Osyth Summer Sounds, announces - London’s highly anticipated FREE music and performance festival, King’s Cross Summer Sounds is making a grand return this summer, marking its 10th anniversary with an extraordinary lineup of the best performances from the past decade, plus unforgettable anniversary events.

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Summer in the Park returns for 2025

Arts Trust, producer of King’s Cross Summer Sounds, has announced that Summer in the Park, the free festivals in the beautiful parks and squares of Greenwich and Bexley, will return this year following a hugely impactful 2024 edition.

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Arts Trust Nominated for London Sport Awards 2025

We are proud to be nominated for the London Sport Awards: Community Impact Award, which shines a spotlight on grassroots physical activity and sport clubs or community organisations delivering great service and benefits to its users and/or the wider community.

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Introducing the Difference Makers

Our CEO, Martin Collins, has been recognised as a Difference Maker in the first ever report by Four PR. Nan Williams, Four Group Chief Executive said: These stories, and many more within this report, serve as a testament to the incredible impact that difference makers can have. I hope you find inspiration in their journeys and enjoy the read!

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Bringing Parks to Life: A Bespoke Marketing Approach for Summer in the Park

Summer in the Park transformed Cygnet Square, Gallion Park, Queenscroft Park, Greenwich Park, St Osyth Park, and Maryon Park into cultural hubs with bespoke marketing. Local artists illustrated each park for promotional materials, fostering pride and a sense of place within the community. The artistic designs enhanced event anticipation, showcasing these parks as vibrant cultural venues, not just recreational spaces.

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Celebrating Community: A Look Back at King’s Cross Summer Sounds 2024

King’s Cross Summer Sounds 2024 transformed Coal Drops Yard into a vibrant celebration of music and community. From August 15th to 26th, diverse performances, including jazz, folk, and family-friendly activities, captivated attendees. The festival fostered inclusivity and connection, showcasing local talent and bringing together people from all walks of life.

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ARTS TRUST TO DELIVER SUMMER IN THE PARK 2024

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.

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Work with us this Summer!

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.

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Fractured

Fractured is a new production by composer Jill Jarman created for and performed by Dame Evelyn Glennie, Catrin Finch and Hugo Ticciati.

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We are RECRUITING

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.

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Vortex BBC4

Produced and Directed by Martin Collins, Vortex filmed live at Sadler's Wells Theatre will be broadcast on the BBC4, Sunday 21st January, 9PM

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Productions

Producers of national and international stage touring productions.

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Festivals and Cultural Place-Making

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.

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Hidden Career Ladder

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.

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Health and Well-Being

Our outdoor classes, set in the picturesque locations across London, offer a unique blend of physical activity, mental relaxation, and social connection.

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Fire Songs at King’s Cross Summer Sounds

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.

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Arts Trust is now a Charity

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.

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