Creative Burntwood
Lichfield Garrick Theatre, in partnership with Burntwood Town Council and Lichfield District Council, is excited to announce Creative Burntwood, a new three-year outreach project, funded by Arts Council England. This initiative will bring a wealth of free and affordable creative opportunities to Burntwood residents of all ages.
What is Creative Burntwood?
From family theatre shows and youth theatre to early years creative projects and a spectacular Community Play exploring local heritage, Creative Burntwood aims to ignite the creative spark in everyone. All participatory activities will be free, with professional performances offered at affordable prices, ensuring accessibility for the entire community.
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Why Burntwood? Why Now?
Burntwood has immense potential, and this project directly addresses the community's desire for more cultural opportunities. Through extensive consultation and pilot projects, we've identified what residents want, and this funding allows us to bring those ideas to life. Creative Burntwood isn't just about events; it's about building lasting creative skills, community confidence, and nurturing local cultural leaders for the future.
"Burntwood is a brilliant community, full of untapped creativity and potential... 64% of respondents told us they don’t currently take part in any creative activities. That shows just how vital this investment is and how much opportunity there is to make a real, lasting impact."
Daniel Buckroyd, CEO & Artistic Director of Lichfield Garrick Theatre
What's next?
We will announce more details on activities and events soon.
Check back here or follow Lichfield Garrick’s social media for more news.
You can email Lichfield Garrick's Director of Development & Partnerships, Matt Clay, via hello@creativeburntwood.com with any questions.
We look forward to collaborating with regional partners like Lichfield Festival and Fuse Festival, alongside local organisations including schools, Spark Children’s Centre, the library, and Burntwood Memorial Hall, to make Creative Burntwood a resounding success.
