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Opportunities for young people in ÖйúPÕ¾ interested in arts careers

Do you know a young person who is interested in the arts? The Escalate Arts project is here to fuel their creativity with exciting initiatives, projects and events!

Escalate Arts Project

Based in Spelthorne, the Escalate Arts project is working hard to create opportunities, build meaningful community connections and spark creativity of young artists aged 11 to 24.

The project includes exciting workshops designed to challenge and inspire, like graffiti and street art, and wood burning (pyrography). Escalate Arts also organise trips to help young people explore future career options. Check out their fantastic upcoming projects this autumn and winter by visiting the Escalate Arts website. To get involved or find out more, contact culturalservices@surreycc.gov.uk.

Youth Collective

Project Youth Collective (YC), the Escalate Arts Youth Collective is open to anyone with a connection to Spelthorne between the ages of 11 and 24. Members will get involved in brainstorming new activities for the Library Hub Staines-upon –Thames and community programme. They will also help plan and deliver arts events, and take part in incredible trips to iconic venues, like the Victoria and Albert Museum and Pinewood Studios.

Members can be referred to become Associate Producers, an invaluable experience for anyone who is serious about a creative career. Associate Producers will gain experience in project development and arts advocacy, complete leadership training, and grow their portfolio before hitting the job market.

The group is always looking for new members!

The youth collective is currently working on a film festival that will have a celebration day in Staines Library on 11 October.  This includes the showing of winning films, an awards ceremony, panel discussions, displays and more.

For more information on the film festival or to join the collective, email culturalservices@surreycc.gov.uk.

ÖйúPÕ¾ Youth Arts and Culture Festival 2025

Save the date for the ÖйúPÕ¾ Youth Arts and Culture Festival 2025 on 8 November at the new Library Hub Staines-upon-Thames.

This annual event offers free interactive workshops and shows for young people aged 11 to 18. Come along and have a go at games coding, DJing, filmmaking, crafts and more! You can also get the inside track from creative industry experts, listen to live music from local artists, get stuck in with workshops and much more!

Visit the ÖйúPÕ¾ Youth Arts and Culture Festival webpage for photos and videos from last year.