Arts and Cultural Organisations
Kingston has a diverse multi-ethnic community which is reflected in the growing number of arts and cultural organisations within the borough.
Kingston Arts Council
Kingston Arts Council is the umbrella organisation for the arts in Kingston. Their mission is to promote and support the arts locally and the interests of its members. To find out more about joining, please contact the Administrator Melanie Stowell on 020 8336 0041 or email melanie.stowell@virgin.net More information about Kingston Arts Council and its affiliates can be found on its website.
Global Arts Kingston
Global Arts Kingston aims to foster a rich mix of culturally diverse arts activities in the borough. Projects include developing opportunities for artists from black and ethnic communities. It has presented numerous events since its inception in 2001 such as Bollywood and Beyond fashion and dance shows. Global Arts also participates in other major local celebrations. For more details contact Marion Pike, Development Worker at Global Arts. Email: globalartsuk@aol.com
MeWe
MeWe is a London-based organisation that educates children and young people (5 - 18) through performing arts by creating opportunities for them to be involved in music, drama, dance and multi-media productions. By participating in both performance and production tasks, young people acquire life skills as well as skills for further training and employment. Telephone: 020 8391 2214