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UPLIFT Festival

Explore Creative Futures: Careers in the Arts

Date
Tue 18 Nov 2025

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An exciting opportunity for young people across Wandsworth to be inspired by the many possibilities of a creative career.

An exciting opportunity for young people across Wandsworth to be inspired by the many possibilities of a creative career.

  • Discover a wide range of career paths within the arts and creative industries
  • Hear directly from industry professionals
  • Gain practical tips and advice
  • Network with organisations and creatives

Confirmed industry professionals include Jade Lewis (Associate Artistic Director of Theatre Royal Stratford East, Olivier Award winning director of Sleepova (Bush Theatre), Superhoe (Royal Court) and Quarter Life Crisis (Bridge Theatre), Tash Berg (General Manager of Theatre Peckham, and former General Manager of Theatre503),  Jess Senanayake (multi-hyphenate theatre maker and stage management workshop facilitator) and Andrew Shepherd (Executive Director, Producer, award winning screen and stage writer) 

This event includes:

  • 5.30pm – 6.30pm: 1-to-1 “drop in” clinic – young people can have a session with a creative professional talking through their career options
  • 6.30pm – 7.30pm: Interactive Careers Panel / Q&A

Whether you are curious about your first step or already dreaming big, if you’ve ever considered a career in the arts this event is for you! One ticket will cover both events.

All tickets are PWYC and no-one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Event Performance Details

Tue 18 Nov
17:30 (2 hours ) - Putney Arts Theatre

Event Location

Putney Arts Theatre

Venue Info
Ravenna Road
Putney
London
SW15 6AW
02087886943

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Pricing
Pay What You Can / Donations
Recommended Age
Young People 13-17
18 - 20