Inspiring Through Creative Arts
Here at EBGC, we believe in the power of creativity to help change young people’s lives. Our programmes are designed to help young people explore their artistic talents, spark their imagination, develop creative skills, and express themselves in different ways.
We collaborate with various organisations, local partners, and creative professionals so that young people can experience the arts and culture in their local communities.
Creative Workshops
Young people across our network of affiliated clubs can participate in various creative workshops led by EBGC-trained staff and local artists. Each workshop focuses on developing creative skills and allows each young person to try different arts activities. Past projects have included recyclable fashion, murals, graffiti, sculptures, jewellery making, dance, poetry and spoken word, general arts and crafts, candle making, photography, filming projects, themed art, tie dye, baking and more!
To find out more, get in touch with us!
Engage in Performing Arts
Creating a theatre performance is something we love to do! Our instructors, choreographers, and theatre professionals work with young people to create a performance which can range from a variety show, pantomime, mini musical, or even a youth-led original performance about something they feel is important to them. Exploring dance, drama, singing, backstage theatre craft, script writing, music, and more, we aim to give young people a platform to explore their own creativity.
Young people have had various opportunities to perform and present at many events, including: the Youth Voice Day 2024 and 2025, as part of our Theatre for All Program, through Theatre in a Week events and in recent years in London’s West End at His Majesty’s Theatre as part of the Jack Petchey Celebration Show; A Life, A Vision, A Legacy.
Arts Events
Throughout the year EBGC offers opportunities for young people to showcase their creative talents. All affiliated clubs are encouraged to join us for various competitions, activity and workshop days including The EBGC Bake Off, Dance Battle Competition, Talent Week, Virtual Gallery, Photography Competition, Lets Cook Competition to name a few.
New events and competitions are added throughout the year, so look out on our events page for more details!
Theatre Trips and Activity Days
We believe theatre and creative trips should be accessible to all and jump at the chance to take young people to experience these types of activities. In recent years, we have enjoyed visiting the Charing Cross Theatre in London to watch ‘Glory Ride’ and explore behind the scenes with a private backstage tour, as well as taking over 120 people to see ‘Wicked’ in the heart of London’s West End at the Apollo Victoria Theatre. We enjoy the opportunity to explore theatre in our local communities and have enjoyed various pantomimes and backstage tours across Essex.
Our activity days combine a varied range of opportunities to be creative, including SFX makeup workshops, visiting local galleries, taking part in community art projects, and more!
Arts Residential
Join our annual Arts trip to Wales and take part in creative workshops, outdoor activities and new adventures! The trip includes a visit to the famous Hay-on-Wye Festival. In the past, we have listened in on BBC radio LIVE recordings, heard from singers who love to read, such as Dua Lipa, had our books signed by the author, taken part in Q&As, listened to local musicians, discovered short films and enjoyed fun activities. Outdoor activities can include gorge walking, kayaking, mountain walks and more! Each year brings something new, and we’re already looking forward to the next one!
Questions?
Want to get involved? Why not get in touch with our Arts Officer below, or call 01245 264783