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Gain new skills in acting, writing, lyrics, music and performance.

No experience needed!

Underground for 14-18 yrs
Saturdays 3-5pm from Sat 19 Oct - 7 Dec
Performance skills and Writing

Gain new skills in acting, writing, lyrics, music and performance.
No experience needed and new people are always welcome.
Autumn term workshops start on Sat Oct 2024 and run every Saturday until 7 Dec.

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What happens when I arrive?

You will be greeted by our friendly team of tutors and young people who will help you with the registration form and give you a tour of our studio and rehearsal rooms.
You can relax in our foyer with games and light refreshments before the workshops begin!
We welcome new people all through the term, and you will find many friendly faces in the workshop. We encourage everyone to take part in their own time.
On Saturdays, our centre is open for young people from 10:30am - 5pm. Want a tour of Wave? Let Wavers show you around 🎥...

Our Centre

Where is Second Wave?
In the heart of Deptford!

Walk all the way down Deptford High Street (towards Greenwich side) until you reach Creek Road. There, you will find the big red brick Methodist Mission Building on 1 Creek Road.
Cross the road and when you reach the green doors, ring the Intercom buzzer for Second Wave. Our friendly team will buzz you up! Want helpful directions? Let Wavers be your guide in this 🎥...

Our address 📍

1st Floor. Deptford Mission Building.
1 Creek Road. Deptford. SE8 3BT

Nearest buses 🚌

Deptford High Street Stop
188, 199, or 47 (1-minute walk)
53, 453, 177, or 225 bus (6-minute walk)

Nearest station 🚊

Deptford Station (5-minute walk)
Deptford Bridge DLR (15-minute walk)

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Coming Up

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