Guildford Fringe producer and Mamma Mia! actor Nick Wyschna tells us about his experience breaking into the theatre industry 

I sat down with professional dancer and Artistic Director of Möbius Dance, Gianluca Vincentini, to talk about his work, professional experience and advice to future dance artists.

Harriet is the Projects Manager for the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre, and has worked with the New York Public Library for Performing Arts at Lincoln Center, the V&A and now oversees major events including Theatre Craft, West End Live and the Olivier Awards!

We talk to Ross Jeffery, Executive Director and Head of Books at STORGY Magazine, about how STORGY came to exist and what helped him build his career in the arts. 

Please join us for a focus group about the advice you received at school about arts careers and how to enter the creative industries.

I started volunteering when I was 19 - which is 12 years ago - and I believe it's what sparked the start of my career in the arts. Find out more about how volunteering can help spark kick-start your career! 

Are you aged 15 – 25 and interested in the creative industries?

Keeping yourself safe online is important. It fosters respect, a comfortable space and the ability to have fun. It also allows you to get the most out of your online interactions and use the internet for research and sharing your views.

Join us for the first networking opportunity brought to you by Upstart Projects in association with Young People in the Arts and supported by Arts Award.

Aged 16 – 25 and interested in craft and making?Join the Crafts Council at our next meeting where we'll be joined by AOC Architecture. We want to transform the ground floor of our building in Angel into a permanent home for craft and we want to know what you think about the plans.

This new network of Londoners aged 16-25 brings together those who are passionate about craft and making to co-produce projects and events with us at the Crafts Council, and in doing so help shape the future of craft in the UK.

Come along if you love to make, or are just keen to find out more— all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome!

What's happening on the night?

Be involved in shaping our young people's programme over a slice of pizza!Find out more about the Crafts Council's plan to open our beautiful Grade II listed building on Pentonville Road to the public.Meet award-winning architects AOC Architecture who are designing our new public space: A Home for Craft. Get an insight into their practice, be the first to see plans for the new building, and have your say about the designs and how we are going to use the space.

A Home for Craft is designed by award winning architectural practice AOC Architecture. Established in 2005 they have gained international recognition for their inventive inquiry, participatory practice and characterful designs. Committed to a generous architecture that is particular, participative and valuable, they have a distinct reputation for high quality public buildings, cultural institutions and residential projects located in sensitive contexts.

www.theaoc.co.uk

Why get involved?

Join a new network of young people passionate about craft and makingBe involved in shaping our young people's programme; work alongside staff and makers to co-produce programmes for other young peopleTake part in creative workshops and meet and collaborate with professionals working in the craft and creative industriesAccess opportunities, training and advice (including Arts Award)Learn new skills and develop your CV

Can't make it this time? There's more to come!

We'll be holding monthly get-togethers both at the Crafts Council in Angel and out and about at other venues. They will take place on the last Thursday of every month (please note there will not be a meeting in August and December).

To find out more about our young people's programme and to be kept informed of all upcoming events, workshops and opportunities for young people, please email [email protected]

Having completed my undergraduate degree in History and my postgraduate degree in Art History I am evidently a big advocate for going to university.

Aged 16 – 25 and interested in craft and making?

Join the Crafts Council at Machines Room as we launch our new programme for young people! RSVP here - craftscouncilyoungpeople.eventbrite.co.uk