WELCOME   

Celebrating youth arts in the heart of Deptford
Since 1982

Queen's Award for Voluntary Service

"Developing invaluable skills for our next generation of leaders and trailblazers"  

LEWISHAM MAYOR

About Second Wave

We are a youth arts centre in the heart of Deptford with a range of broad programmes free for young people aged 11-25 years.

From our purpose built theatre studio and reheasal space, we run regular drama programmes offering acting, devising, song writing, music, film, photography, writing and media. Young people can apply for work experience, volunteering and paid traineeships on our productions, community events and outreach projects.

Book workshop space on our our site or contact us to find out more about opportunities for young people or get in touch with our friendly team.

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New to Second Wave?

Welcome Workshops for 11-16 yrs
Saturdays 12 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov & 23 Nov from 11 - 12pm
Find out about Second Wave
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Open to young people, parents and guardians.
See our space, meet the team and find out more.
FREE workshops on Saturday 12 & 26 October, then 9 & 23 November.

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Intro to Volunteering for 15-24 yrs
Saturdays 12 Oct, 19 Oct, & 2 Nov from 3pm - 5pm
Progression Pathways at Second Wave
Young members and volunteers at open day

Interested in working with young people?
Find out more about volunteering and work experience at Wave.
Develop your skills and build your CV.

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Free Workshops for Young People

Fusion for 11-16 yrs
Saturdays 12 - 2pm from Sat 5 Oct - 7 Dec
Drama games and confidence building
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A fun and friendly group, Saturday Fusion is a great way to develop your skills and confidence.
No experience needed and new people are always welcome.
Summer term workshops start on Sat 5 Oct 2024 and run every Saturday until 7 Dec.

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Underground for 14-18 yrs
Saturdays 3-5pm from Sat 19 Oct - 7 Dec
Performance skills and Writing
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Gain new skills in acting, writing, lyrics, music and performance.
No experience needed and new people are always welcome.
Summer term workshops start on Sat Oct 2024 and run every Saturday until 7 Dec.

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Young Women's Film and Media Group for 13-18 yrs
Thursday 30 May from 12pm - 5pm
Storytelling, scriptwriting & filmmaking.
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Come along to a friendly workshop, explore interesting ideas and turn them into films and mixed media projects.
No experience needed and new people are always welcome.

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Creative Leadership

Work Experience
Develop your creativity, confidence and event skills
Flexible times
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Get in touch or ask your school, college or university to contact hena@secondwave.org.uk.
Learn what happens behind the scenes in community arts settings.
Meet different members of the team and discover career opportunities and connect with current projects.

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Changemakers: Young Volunteers
Developing your leadership skills and potential
Starts 5 Oct on Weds, Thurs and Sats 2024
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Discover your voice and engage positively in your community.
Support your peers and build your skills and CV.
Expenses provided.

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Critical Encounters Workshops
Learn how to manage conflict and reduce violence
Every month starting 26 September 2024
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Take part in workshops with police officers where young people set the agenda.
Use your creative skills to manage conflict.
Sharpen your critical skills, learn your rights and support young people in the community.

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Coming Up

Community Safety Symposium
Thurs 28 November 2024
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Interested in connecting with your local community? Want to represent other young people? Register your interest in our symposium event today.

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Our Performance Event
Sat 7 Dec 2024
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Like to help out as event crew? Interested in performing at our events? Get in touch to find our more. All young people welcome.

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More About Us

Our Purpose
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Our programmes are designed by young people, for young people.
We believe that young people need a person-centred approach to bring out their strengths and build their resilience. We also believe that placing young people at the heart of decision-making is one of the best ways for our communities to learn and grow together.
Find out more about our practice.

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Community Partners
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Second Wave is an active member in the community, placing young people at the heart of change.
We work in close partnership with those who have influence over young people's lives with a view to building trust and improving relationships so that young people feel heard and valued.
Thier creative work is always followed up with discussions and debates with a mixed audience.
Find out more about our partnership approach.

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Our Legacy
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Second Wave has been placing youth voices in the heart of local decision making for over 40 years.
We have extensive experience in supporting young artists, creating new materials, working with educational settings to deliver youth-led workshops, and developing youth-centred dialogue and practice.
Find out more about our legacy.

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Support Our Work

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We know that these are difficult times and we are working tirelessly to ensure young people have access to high-quality arts provision. All your contributions will go directly into keeping our venue and programmes by the youth for the youth.

Get in touch

Send a message to the Second Wave team
If you’d like to speak to someone, please call 020 8694 2444. Alternatively, please use the contact form below.
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