Children & YP
"Every Child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up. "
Pablo Picasso
A short video from the YP Skate Jam event which took place on the Saturday 2nd April in the Upper park. Video by Steve SC-D
There are so many activities for children and young people this year and on the printed programme the 'Child Friendy' activities have a little logo by them.
Here are just a few of the highlights suitable for children - young and old this year.
Under 5s
Lots of things for very young children including:
Diddi Dance
| Diddi dance are the only pre-school dance program to explore over 10 different dance styles. Our 45 minute sessions are fun and funky, getting pre-schoolers jumping, grooving, swinging and stomping to great tunes. "Thank you, thank you to diddidance for today's first toddler dance session. Isaac & I LOVED it! Reeeeaally recommend it! Not paid to say that." Radio 1's Sara Cox. Please email info@diddidance.com to reserve a place. | Telegraph Hill Centre Lounge |
10.00am & 11.00am |
FREE
18 mths - 4 years
20 per session |
Boppin' Bunnies Music Class for under 5s
| Boppin' Bunnies is a music and movement session for under 5s. Come along for singing, live music making, instruments for the children to play, puppets, play parachute and lots more! Contact Anna to book your free place: 020 8355 0542 or 07855 916 496. | Telegraph Hill Centre Lounge |
9.30am 0 - 18 months, 10.15am 14 mths - 2 yrs 11am all ages up to 5 |
Community Show You can bring children to all shows but babes in arms to just the first matinee show on Saturday 26th March - afternoon. See COMMUNITY SHOW for more details
Creation Station "Exploration"
| The Creation Station "Exploration" arts and crafts for 1-5 year olds. Book your free taster and let your child enjoy something fun, unique and inspiring. Call Kaio on 08450 510 855. |
The Creation Station "Exploration" arts and crafts classes for toddlers and preschool children. The award winning Creation Station inspires children's imagination through a range of fabulous art and craft sessions and activities. Our educational programme is underpinned by the government Early Years Foundation Stage and encourages children to explore, discover and develop their own journey of learning. We use a wide range of materials and tools to help children and parents/carers to enjoy a diverse range of creative activities in a friendly and relaxed group without any stress or mess at home! Themed classes incorporate art, craft, some music and movement to develop a child's thinking, improve concentration and hand-eye coordination, and nurture imagination. Space is limited so call Kaio on 08450 510 855 or email kaio@thecreationstation.co.uk to book your FREE TASTER and let your child enjoy something truly fun, unique and inspiring. |
Telegraph Hill Centre Narthex and Lounge |
10.10am- 11 am |
FREE TASTER |
Primary school aged
Community show - see above
Capoeira Class Friday 25th March 7.pm
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Capoeira is an authentic Brazilian martial art, considered to be the most complete exercise and involving coordination, rhythm and balance.
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Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, sports, music and dance. It was created in Brazil mainly by descendants of African slaves with Brazilian native influences, probably beginning in the 16th Century. It is known by its quick and complex moves, using mainly kicks and quick leg sweeps, with some ground and aerial acrobatics, knee and headbutts. The word "capoeira" comes from the Tupi-guarani language, referring to the low vegetation areas in the internal part of Brazil. Contact Coperia here |
Telegraph Hill Centre Lounge |
7- 8pm |
Children 5 and upwards. 10 Ticket places |
Scratch Orchestra Workshop Tuesday 29th March 5pm
| Come and play (or sing) with an hour of creative music making, all ages, standards and instruments welcome! |
Bring any instrument (or just your voice) to help make the Telegraph Hill Scratch Orchestra. Join us for an hour of creative music making, when we'll make our own new piece from scratch! All ages from 7 and above and standards of playing are welcome, although children will need to be accompanied by parents (who will also be encouraged to join in!). Register in advance with Becky - becky@brockleymusic.co.uk (preferred) or just turn up on the day. See also www.brockleymusic.co.uk |
St Catherine's Church |
5pm - 6pm |
FREE
Children aged 7 and over |
Let's Sing Together Thursday 31st March 4.30pm
| Have fun learning simple songs from the Caribbean. For children and adults. | Have fun learning simple songs from the Caribbean. No experience needed. Suitable for children and adults. | Hatcham Oak Children's Centre, Wallbutton Road |
4.30pm |
FREE |
An Evening of Music at Edmund Waller School Thursday 31st March 6.30pm
| Showcase of the fantastic range of music going on at the school. | At this evening we aim to showcase the fantastic range of music that is going on at the school - recorders to steel pans, the choir to our very own orchestra and much, much more! You will be amazed at the quality of the performances, so come along and enjoy an evening of music at Edmund Waller! | Edmund Waller School |
6.30-8pm |
FREE |
Yoga classes for children - Saturday 26th March
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Free yoga taster sessions for children. Ages 7-10 from 10am to 10.45am and ages 11-14 from 11am to 12 noon. |
Yoga taster sessions for children. Ages 7-10 from 10am to 10.45am and 11-14 from 11am to 12 noon. Come along and try a yoga class. Just bring yourself and wear a t-shirt and leggings or jogging bottoms and lovely bare feet. Yoga is fun! This class will introduce you to some classic yoga asanas (postures). |
Telegraph Hill Centre Lounge |
10am- 12pm |
Free
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Japanese Calligraphy Workshop for Children Saturday 2nd April 10.00
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An introduction to the basics - from correct posture and breathing and composing the mind to painting the character/concept of your choice to take home. | A single Japanese character denotes "to draw", "to paint" and "to write" - illustrating perhaps the high artistic esteem in which calligraphy is held throughout Sino-influenced Asia. In this workshop, we will start very simply: the hand position - the nature of the paper; then practising simple characters, building to more complex ones. To finish, each person can practise a character/concept of their choice, to be drawn on a single length of paper to take home. Workshop led by Eamonn Lee who graduated in Japanese & Linguistics from Sheffield and the University of Hosei in Tokyo. He has lived and studied in Japan. | Green Shoots, Besson Street |
10- 10.30 am |
FREE 10 places ok a free place for the children's workshop please contact Farhana at farhana_hoque@ hotmail.com. |
Secondary school age
Community Show - see above
Rolling Sound - The Lab - Kitto road Saturday 2nd April
Drop in to this state-of-the-art music, photography and design suite installed in a fully customised bus. For ages 10 to 21. Saturday 2nd April 11-4pm - free
Crossways Show Case- a fab evening of song and dance, show casing students own compositions and choreography. at Crossways Sixth Form, Sprules Road on Wed 30th March at 7pm just £2.00 entry
Student Concert and Art Display Thursday 31st March 6.30pm
| Local piano students perform alongside a display of artist Mario Pires Cordeiro's installation redesigned for this particular occasion. | Come and experience our local piano talents performing a wide variety of music ranging from Mozart to students' own compositions. Piano students from beginners level to those who have been playing for many years share what they have been learning throughout the year. Programme and performers to be announced on the day. Alongside the concert the visual artist, Mario Pires Cordeiro, is showing a site-specific installation. This work is a symbol of a multicultural celebration. Organised by Kaja's Music Studio. | St Catherine's Church |
6.30-7.30pm |
FREE |
Skate Jam - for older children and teens there is a special skate park event on Saturday 2nd April in the Upper Park. Ramps and ledges and prizes available! Fully insured teacher available throughout the day. Just £2.00 per session or £5.00 for all day.
CHOIRS GALORE!
Sunday 3rd April St Catherine's Church, 7pm. FREE
Not one, not two, but three choirs! Come and enjoy a fabulous concert with a diverse range of music featuring the Mike King Choir, the LWYCC Caribbean Community Choir and the specially formed Telegraph Hill Children's Choir. A special experience suitable for adults and children.
Select this link to see the Mike King website.
c/o Telegraph Hill Centre
Pepys Road
New Cross Gate
London
SE14