What’s happening at Elevator Arts
Sound ON: Expression Through Creativity
This summer, our Sound ON young people explored creativity and self-expression through the theme of EXPRESSION. From creating their own ‘Safe Space’ Tunnel Books to games, nature and creative exploration, the sessions gave young people space to experiment, imagine and proudly share their ideas.
Celebrating Gather and Tell: A Magical End to Another Incredible Year of BLAST Youth Theatre
Celebrating a magical end to another incredible year of BLAST Youth Theatre. Discover how our young people brought stories from around the world to life in three unforgettable performances of Gather & Tell.
BLAST Youth Theatre Presents Gather and Tell
Join us on a magical interactive journey through stories from across the globe. Created by the young people of BLAST Youth Theatre, Gather & Tell weaves together traditional folktales, personal stories, shadow puppetry, masks and a magnificent dragon puppet to celebrate the power of storytelling to connect cultures and communities.
Sound ON Sets Sail for a Creative Summer
The Summer term at Sound ON has kicked off with plenty of excitement, creativity, and new friendships as the group begin working on one of their most imaginative projects yet…designing and creating their very own Sound ON Island!
Be Bold at Chalkwell Hall Junior School
Find out more about BE BOLD: a 10-week drama intervention project for Year 6 girls at Chalkwell Hall Junior School.
Sound ON: Reflecting on a Creative Year and Looking Ahead
Sound ON is back! After a joyful year of storytelling, crafts and puppet-making, our partnership project with South Essex Homes returns this September.
BLAST Youth Theatre Wraps Up 2024/25 with Found
This summer, BLAST Youth Theatre closed the 2024/25 year with Found — a magical play about Archibald, a lost puppet discovering where he belongs. Performed by young people aged 8–12, it celebrated belonging, identity, and community.
Excav8: Digging into History, Technology and Imagination
This summer, our Excav8 project came to a close with a vibrant exhibition showcasing the creativity, curiosity and hard work of a group of local young artists.
Excav8: Unearthing Time, Art, and Innovation with Southend’s Young Creatives
Our excav8 project is in full swing, with young people exploring time, art, and technology through inspiring sessions at Southend Museums. From ancient artefacts to modern exhibitions, they've uncovered stories and created responses using micro:bits, infrared cameras, and 3D scanning.