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“Creative Playground events really have showcased how vibrant and exciting Crawley can be.” A look back on the last year of drop-in, free creativity.
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“This wasn’t just a project. It gave people space to breathe and express themselves. And I’m blessed to have been part of it.” – Cee Boulaqui, Lead Artist
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BOOSTED: announcing our next round of BOOST recipients
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Everyday Creativity: Marbling & Explosion Book Making
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Everything You Need to Know About Coming With Us
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BLOG: James reflects on being part of BOOST
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Blog: Fatima’s Thoughts on Saturday Sessions
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Around The Lake
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Creative Playground champions everyday creativity and connecting through shared experiences. Soon, Crawley will be a place where people are inspired just by walking around and joyful events take place in all neighbourhoods. By Crawley people and for Crawley people.

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We’re looking for a Production Assistant to work

We’re looking for a Production Assistant to work with us to deliver our upcoming programme.

💡The role is full time, fixed term contract (freelance or PAYE)

‼️ Deadline to apply: Tuesday 8 July, 9am.

🔗 For more information & how to apply, click the link in our bio. ✨

Coming soon to Crawley! The highly acclaimed sho

Coming soon to Crawley!

The highly acclaimed show 'Closer to My Dreams' is being performed outside the Charis Centre on Saturday the 7th of June at 12pm and 2:30pm.

You'll also be able to grab a cuppa in the Charis Centre and meet the artists ☕

Book your free tickets on our website 🎟

Make Mawadda happy. Book tickets for our fun, crea

Make Mawadda happy. Book tickets for our fun, creative events IN Crawley, ALL COMPLETELY FREE.

Browse the events on this season via the link in our bio 👌🏻

Take part in the BOOST project 'Wellies' Wellies

Take part in the BOOST project 'Wellies'

Wellies is an exciting new project—a devised play that explores the internal conflict of a protagonist torn between family values and personal authenticity. The play will be created in close collaboration with actors and professional creatives through a series of innovative, co-devised workshops. We’re seeking passionate actors to join us for these collaborative R&D sessions, where your input will be integral to shaping the development of the piece.

Find out more via the 'BOOST' link in our bio

Workshop Dates:
Sat 15th March: 14:00 - 17:00
Sun 16th March: 10:00 - 16:00
Mon 17th March: 18:00 - 21:00
Location: Theatre Centre, 1 Town Barn Road, RH11 7XG
For more info: welliesplay@hotmail.com

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🌍 Join the conversation! You are invited to a C

🌍 Join the conversation! You are invited to a Citizen's Assembly.

This unique play invites you to step into role and stand up to say what you think about climate change.

Sat 1 Feb, 3pm
Theatre Centre, West Green
Book your free tickets via the link in the bio

We're thrilled to announce the latest recipients o

We're thrilled to announce the latest recipients of our BOOST programme!

From dance and theatre, to inspiring community initiatives, this brilliant round of recipients will be bringing their incredible creative ideas to life in Crawley!

Meet them in our latest blog and see how you can get involved (link in bio). And watch this space to see how the projects evolve.

Image 1: Kim Wright is using her BOOST to develop an original piece of work, Wellies. Crawley people are encouraged to be involved in the rehearsal and development.

Image 2: Richard W. Symonds is a local thinker, writer and conservationist. He'll be using his BOOST to bring his story of Ifield's Friendly Dragon to new audiences.

Image 3: Crawley resident Ieva will use her BOOST to promote her Women's Dance Circle, a creative space where women can connect, find support and navigate life's challenges with strength and grace.

Image 4: Ciara Lyons @lyonzmusicuk is using her BOOST to develop 'Sing-Along Music Bingo', a fun, musical experience for adults 60+ living in care home settings across Crawley.

Image 5: Catherine and Annabelle will use their BOOST to conduct research and development for a pre-professional dance scheme, aiming to establish pathways for young people in Crawley to pursue careers in dance.

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