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Future Creatives

Create. Connect. Belong.

 

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Got a spark for art? Maybe music makes your soul sing? Or perhaps you’re a wordsmith, a photography whiz, a filmmaking fanatic, or a performance pro in the making? Whatever your creative passion, Future Creatives is your place to shine!

Future Creatives is a vibrant community of young, creative minds aged 13-18 (and up to 25 for those with special education needs and/or disabilities) right here in Sunderland – and we want you to join us.

As part of our Future Creatives community, you’ll unlock a world of creative opportunities, events and insights into Sunderland’s buzzing creative scene. We’ll keep you in the loop with email and social media updates and you can choose to sign up for anything that sparks your interest.

The best part? Being a part of Future Creatives is free! We believe that everyone deserves a chance to explore their creativity. No memberships, no hidden costs – just a load of creative opportunities at your finger tips.

What’s in it for you?

Level up your skills

Enjoy free workshops and masterclasses led by awesome artists and get hands-on training through creative skills bootcamps.

Connect & Collab

Find other creatives mates at meet up events and create something special with collaborative projects.

Showcase your genius

Get your work seen and heard with exhibition and performance opportunities.

Make a Difference

Gain experience through volunteering opportunities.

Hear from the heroes

Be inspired by honest chats with artists and learn the ropes from our creative mentors.

Fuel your dreams

Find out about bursary and funding opportunities to support your projects.

Get real-world experience

Score work experience and volunteering opportunities in the creative industries.

Explore your world

Check our free cultural visits to museums, galleries and theatres.

Contact

If you have any questions about the Future Creatives network, please get in touch.

Phone/Whatsapp: 07395 105 806

Email: futurecreatives@sunderlandculture.org.uk

 

Future Creatives is part of Culture Start, a programme led by Sunderland Culture, dedicated to helping young people in Sunderland access free creative and cultural experiences.

More about Culture Start

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