Set up in 1982, and based in Deptford, SE London, Second Wave is a venue and a meeting place for young people. We run regular youth-centred Platform Events and workshops for young performers and writers 12-24 years.
Our workshop programme supports the independent voices of young people expressed through their own performance work and creative narratives.
Our programme develops young people's confidence and skills through accessible and affordable workshops in drama, singing, dance, rap/lyrics, new writing, music, visual arts and production.
Our award-winning volunteers' programme offers progression into apprenticeships with pathways into high education, training and employment.
Second Wave is led by the creative intelligence of young people, and reflects the reality of their lives in a demanding urban environment.
From our base in Deptford and other outreach settings, our community projects, led by young people, aim to break down stereotypes, and enhance local democracy.
We are a registered charity established
in 1982, supported by regular funding from the London Borough of Lewisham.
"In youth arts you
are actively involved in making something as a young
artist – not simply learning about the arts.
This means seizing opportunities, taking risks and
inspiring change." SHINGAI SHONIWA
of The Noisettes
THE NOISETTES
Recent Second Wave graduates
include Shingai Shoniwa and Dan
Smith, from the chart-topping
band The Noisettes. Now patrons
of Second Wave, they support the company’s
campaign to raise awareness of safety issues for
young people.
The Noisettes'
single, 'Don't Upset The Rhythm' reached No 2 in the
charts in 2009. Check out their album, 'Wild Young
Hearts'. www.thenoisettes. com and
read Shingai's
story here
See WORKSHOPS for new programme October - Dec 2011
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
SECOND WAVE PROGRAMME JAN - MAR 2012
Second Wave is open to all young people aged between 12 - 24 years
AGED 12 – 17 YEARS Saturday FusionStarts Sat 28 January 2012 A mix of drama, dance, lyrics & singing. No experience needed.
Xpressions! for young womenStarts Sat 18 February 2012 Open to ALL young women interested in working creatively with other young women. No experience needed.
Street Team & Event Crew Starts Sat 28th January 2012 Develop your confidence and organisational skills & become part of our Street Team & Event Crew. No experience needed.
AGED 15– 21 YEARS Drama & Devising Starts Tue 7 Feb, 6:30- 8:30pm Develop your acting skills and perform at our next event.
Lyrics & Spoken Word Starts Thurs 9 Feb, 6:30- 8:30pm Develop your acting skills and perform at our next event.
Critical Encounters Starts Thur 2 Feb, 7pm- 9pm Interested in youth work? Part time accredited course. Complete an Expression of Interest form. Call for more information.
'VOICE OUT' Auditions On Sats, Tues and Thurs Like to perform at out next Platform Event? Book an audition for Dance, Drama, Vocals, Poetry, Lyrics and Spoken Word.
MASTERCLASS in Photography Sat 25 Feb, 1pm- 2:30pm Enjoy taking photos? Improve your practical skills. Gain knowledge about photography as a career option. Free to Fusion members.
Citizen Writers Project Starts Thurs 2 Feb, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Want to write about everyday encounters in Deptford and how things are changing? Register your interest. Like more info? Book your free taster. To join, book a Taster for you or a friend. Registration is £5 a term for evening workshops. Check us out on Facebook. Call 0208 694 2444 -text 07943 201307 -email info@secondwave.org.uk
For more details on all courses contact Wai Yin on 020 8694 2444.
StopWatch
launched by Rev Jesse Jackson
On Monday
18 October 2010 the campaign organization StopWatch was
launched at King's College London where key speaker Reverend
Jesse Jackson called for an end to "racial
profiling" on both sides of the Atlantic.
Second Wavers Leemore Marrett Jr and Kloe
Dean followed Rev Jesse Jackson’s rousing speech
with a description of the ground-breaking work they have been involved in at
Second Wave working in partnership with the police and young people to improve
the quality of interaction on the street.
In October 2010 Joan Ruddock MP visited the centre and met young people, police officers and community representatives involved in ‘Critical Encounters’.
Joan heard about the impact of the work from Lewisham’s Borough Commander, Jeremy Burton, community representatives, and young people, including students from Prendergast Ladywell Fields College.
She was impressed by the impact of the programme and emphasised her support for the future development of ‘Critical Encounters’ both locally, and internationally.
Second
Waver elected Young Mayor
BIG UP Kieza! Congratulations
to Kieza Silveira de Sousa,
elected Young Mayor of Lewisham for 2010-11. A well-known
and respected member of Second Wave, Kieza will bring his
dedication & creative skills
to the role. For more info on Young Mayor scheme go to www.b-involved.org.uk
Short courses YOUTH LEADERSHIP
(15-24 yrs) Open classes HIP HOP DANCE for young men & women DESIGN SPEAKEASY Go to WORKSHOPS for
Jan
–April 2011 programme.
DANCE REHEARSAL SPACE FOR HIRE Contact Wai Yin on 020 8694
2444 to find out when space is free.
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Second
Wave is open to all young people. Book your FREE TASTER. Call
Wai Yin on 020
8694 2444.
You can try out different workshops, meet tutors and other young
people.
REGISTRATION: £15 PER TERM
Second Wave Youth Arts,
1st Floor, The Mission,
1 Creek Road,
Deptford,
London SE8 3BT
020 8694 2444 Registered charity No.1023836
Second Wave also receives funding from: BBC Children in Need, Esmée Fairbairn
Foundation, City Parochial
Foundation,
Deptford Challenge Trust
(administered by the Capital Community Foundation),
Digital Fusion/Creative Lewisham
Agency, Metropolitan Police Service,
Safer Stronger Communities Fund,
Awards For All
