Jumped Up Theatre creates opportunities for people in Peterborough to make, enjoy and celebrate arts and culture.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- If you're a young person, you can get involved in creating your own performances through their New Creatives programme
- You can connect with fellow creatives through their supportive Peterborough Culture Forum and Creative Spark
- You can experience world-class shows at affordable prices, right on your doorstep
'More events like this are needed in Peterborough. The piece was very engaging and emotional and deeply affecting in how it was presented' — Audience member for Now Is The Time To Say Nothing by Caroline Williams and Reem Karsalli
“I've truly had the best time creating, exploring, learning and networking. The project gave me loads of joy and plenty of inspiration!” — Participant in Cypher (Artist Project)
How to contact
Website
Volunteering opportunities
Where to go
Throughout Peterborough
UK
Jumped Up Theatre offers performance opportunities as part of their activities. See an example of a Bollywood dance performance by workshop participants here:
You can also follow them on their Tiktok channel:
https://www.tiktok.com/@jumpeduptheatre
More information:
Jumped Up Theatre believe that access to the arts – as audience, participants, co-creators and artists – can result in improved outcomes for health, education, inclusion, social cohesion, economic growth and life-enhancing leisure, for individuals, communities, society and the environment. They pop up all over Peterborough, from Queensgate Shopping Centre to The Green Backyard, from Peterborough College to The Cresset in Bretton.
Jumped Up Theatre receives financial support from National Lottery funding, including Arts Council England, the Heritage Lottery Fund, and various trusts and foundations, most notably Esmée Fairbairn and Garfield Weston Foundations through their partnerships with Battersea Arts Centre.
Jumped Up Theatre run a range of projects for community members and to support local artists. Some examples of their projects include:
- New Creatives - young people work with professional artists to develop original projects that tackle climate change or support the environment
- Young Reviewers - connecting 16-24 year olds with cultural experiences and professional mentoring to develop their voice through workshops, live events and peer discussion
- Bollywood dance classes - bringing Bollywood fun to Peterborough in collaboration with the international Shiamak brand, taught by instructors trained in the style of renowned choreographer Shiamak Davar
- Peterborough Culture Forum - supporting artists, arts organisations and community groups to develop their skills and practice
- Creative Spark - bringing together artists, educators, community leaders, young people and stakeholders to drive forward change in arts, culture and heritage provision for 0-25 year olds in Peterborough
If you would like to get involved in any of their projects, you can email Jumped Up Theatre or visit their website for more information.
Some of their projects and sessions are free. Please visit their website for more details.
Some of their activities do have a cost attached, but any cost involved is always clearly listed on their website and promotions.
How to contact
Website
Volunteering opportunities
Where to go
Throughout Peterborough
UK
