Connect to the transformative power of the arts through BADU. We are committed to supporting creatives between the ages of 11- 35. Whether you’re already an established creative - poet, novelist, playwright, musician, filmmaker etc., or just starting out, we provide a range of projects across a range of creative disciplines for you to get involved in. Our programmes will enhance your skills, networks and confidence to progress in today’s creative industries. When you become a BADU Creative, that means you always have access to advice and a growing network as you develop your craft.
We aim to make our programmes accessible to those underserved in the arts due to their age, ability, ethnicity, social circumstance, or economic status. We have intentionally created spaces for the authentic narratives of our local communities to be showcased. We will enhance the skills of our creatives by developing their creative practice, through peer critique, masterclasses, mentoring and artist residencies. We support our creatives to create, collaborate and connect with others.
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BADU SUMMER
POETRY SLAM
Come along to see 10 of London's finest wordsmiths battle it out to be crowned the 2023 Badu Poetry Slam winner, as well as some fantastic feature performances from World-class poets. The winning poet will need to impress the judging panel as well as the engaging audience, who will have the biggest say of all. Raucous, energetic, passionate and audience-centered, this event promises to bring poetry to life in an engaging and unexpected way that will make you laugh, smile or cry - perhaps all at the same time! The winner will be announced and invited to accept the amazing prize of One poetry music video filmed and edited by the amazing Badu Media Agency.
Dates to be released soon.
BADU EMERGING
MUSICIANS PROGRAMME
The Badu Emerging Musicians Programme is open to anyone between the ages 18 - 35 who is committed to pursuing a career in writing and wants to develop their practice.
This programme is for you whether you're already an established artist or just starting out, providing a unique opportunity which offers musicians development masterclasses, networking, performance and facilitation opportunities. As well as peer support and guidance around building and maintaining a career in the music industry.
Programme fees:
There is a £75 fee for the musician's one year membership on the programme. Bursaries are available to members of the cohort who need support to participate in the programme - this may include travel costs, childcare or any other access needs. This will be allocated on a case by case basis, based on proof of need.
Dates to be released soon.
BADU
OPEN MIC
Join us for East London's new spoken word night! Every third Monday of each month, starting Summer 2023 at the Badu Café, Unit 09 Hackney Bridge. E15 2SJ.
Wish to share your own work? Sign up on the night from 7pm to 7:30pm to enter your name into the open mic lucky dip draw! 10 slots up for grabs, maximum 3 minutes each, selected at random - what have you got to lose?
Dates to be released soon.
BADU SUMMER YOUTH
POETRY PROGRAMME
The Badu Summer Youth Poetry programme is open to anyone between the ages of 13 - 19 who is committed to pursuing a career in writing and wants to develop their practice. This programme is for you whether you're already an established artist or just starting out, providing a unique opportunity which offers poets writing development masterclasses, literary networking, performance and facilitation opportunities, as well as peer support and guidance around building and maintaining a career in the literary industry.
Programme fees: £5 fee for the programme's membership.
Programme facilitators: Rachel Long, Tolu Agbelusi, Cecilia Knapp and Courtney Conrad.
Workshop dates: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 21st, 31st August 2023
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Badu Café
There will be a Summer Youth Poetry Showcase on 31st August 2023 from 6pm - 8pm.
BADU EMERGING
WRITERS PROGRAMME
The Badu Emerging Writers Programme is open to anyone between the ages 18 - 35 who is committed to pursuing a career in writing and wants to develop their practice.
This programme is for you whether you're already an established artist or just starting out, providing a unique opportunity which offers poets writing development masterclasses, literary networking, performance and facilitation opportunities. As well as peer support and guidance around building and maintaining a career in the literary industry.
Programme fees:
There is a £75 fee for the writer's one year membership on the programme. Bursaries are available to members of the cohort who need support to participate in the programme - this may include travel costs, childcare or any other access needs. This will be allocated on a case by case basis, based on proof of need.
Dates to be released soon.