I never really thought a career in music was realistic, so didn’t really chase it says Unsigned 2022’s Lfay
Say hi to our final Unsigned 2022 artist Lfay. This busy 19-year-old from Dickleburgh is juggling the programme with her Open University studies, working full-time as a teacher’s assistant at a SEND school and running her own small business Blue Tiger. Q: Tell me more about your music A: My sound is very experimental with […]
I recall watching My Chemical Romance and wanted to be standing right where they were says Unsigned 2022’s The Marijanovic
Meet Kyle Adams, AKA The Marijanovic, our fourth Unsigned 2022 artist. Originally from Portsmouth but now living in Norwich, the 17-year-old is studying at Access Creative College while working as a women and men’s artistic gymnastics coach. Q: Tell me about your music A: I find it hard putting a label on my music or […]
I aspire to be a strong role model says Unsigned 2022’s Juliet
It’s time to look at the next of our Unsigned stars, Juliet. Originally from south east London, she moved to the north Norfolk coast when she was 10. Now 18, she’s currently in her last year of her Level Three Vocal Artist course at Access Creative College in Norwich. Q: Tell me more about your […]
I wondered if I’d left it a bit late to start getting into music, despite being young! says Unsigned 2022’s Maple Ward
We’ve four new, distinctive artists on board for this year’s Unsigned programme. Each delivering fresh and exciting music. We’ll be meeting each one over the next few weeks, starting with Maple Ward. She’s a 22-year-old support worker for adults with special needs. Based in Norwich but originally from Southampton, her influences include Phoebe Bridges and […]
Kids’ 2022 summer term classes are great prep for September school start
Is your child starting school in September? Our summer preschool classes are the perfect way to help you get them ready for this milestone – and make some fun memories on the way. Creative activities are known for boosting youngsters’ ability to learn and solve problems, to interact with other others and learn self-control, to […]
Unsigned changed their lives, make 2021 the year you change yours
As the hunt begins for our latest Unsigned stars, we spoke to former participants Jøra the Førtuneteller, who are going on a UK and Ireland tour and Amelia Stephanides, whose debut EP drops next month. Jøra – aka Sam Howlett, Gui Oliveira, Dawid Tondryk and Josh Shave – said Unsigned has been invaluable to them […]
Write music that you love and find people who love it with you
It’s hard to imagine punk powerhouse and music mentor Millie Manders only being able to perform if she was in her mum’s dining room, with the door closed and her back to it. Or that she still gets stage fright to this day. This is her story. I was surrounded by music from day one. […]
Music has more opportunities to create than any other industry
When Ben Street’s fledgling football career was ended by injury, he turned to his first love – music. Now he gets a kick out of performing, promoting and mentoring other artists and running the Wild Paths and Wild Fields festivals. This is his story. It was my grandad on my mum’s side who got me […]
Hooray, we’re having a party 23 July – and you’re invited
Before fully reopening for classes and a packed performance programme from September, we’re having a party – and you’re all invited. Proving why we’re THE place for performing arts in Norfolk, we’re taking over the streets of Norwich on Friday 23 July with live music, dance and entertainment. We’re also throwing open our studios where […]
Youth Music’s £149K grant will help us change lives
Let’s make some noise for Youth Music, which has awarded The Garage Trust £149,000 for its Musical Journeys project. The inclusive programme will help young people across Norfolk and Suffolk hone their skills and build their confidence. Statistics have shown a large rise in mental health issues among Norfolk’s children and young people during the […]
Creative course helps aspiring playwright Juno set the scene for a bright future
When she lost her retail job because of Covid, drama graduate Juno Evans decided to sign up for our new, free Introduction to the Creative Industries course. It’s given her the confidence to pursue her dream of becoming a playwright. This is her story. I’ve been wanting to work in the creative industries for as […]
Free creative industries training for 18-25s
We’re excited to announce the launch of a new training programme for 18-25 year olds which will introduce learners to the wide variety of work and roles that exist within the creative industries and support them to take their next steps into training or work. Over the course of 12 weeks, learners will take part in […]
