What We Do

We work in everyday community and educational spaces

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Our approach is simple; we do things with people, not for them. We work alongside communities, schools and young people to co-create stories rooted in local life and heritage. We reflect, learn and share as we go, nurturing creativity and the next generation of change makers.

Guided by our vision, mission and values, and through the four cornerstones of our work, these are the areas where we focus our energy and creativity:

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Education & Learning

Working closely with schools, we promote caring and creative curriculums that support children and young people to learn, connect and express themselves in meaningful ways.

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Evaluation & Monitoring

We’re always learning. We reflect, listen and share. This helps us grow, improve and understand how creativity can create positive change in people’s lives.

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Heritage & Community Arts

We create and share performances and projects that grow from real lives and local stories. Our work in community spaces is bold, inspiring and relevant.

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Imaginary Communities®

Our flagship caring and creative pedagogy

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The Cholavan

Our creative space on wheels brings the arts directly to communities, reaching people who might not otherwise have access to creative experiences.

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Young Chol-Operative

We create opportunities for emerging artists, producers and creatives who might otherwise find it hard to break into the arts.

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Strive

Strive is our ongoing commitment to anti-racism and equity. It underpins everything we do – shaping our decisions, our partnerships and our practice, as we work towards a fairer, more inclusive arts sector.

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Environmental Responsibility

We care about how we make our work. We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact, making thoughtful choices and creating in ways that respect and protect people and the planet.

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