(Guildhall x Chispa CIC)

The Guildhall Young Programmers pilot is a programme Chispa is now in the second year of development with the Guildhall. We have used participatory methods to develop the structure of the programme with our youth team. The programme integrates exposure to new and emerging forms, artists and companies; the development of ideas and concepts relating to what young people want and need in the city; planning and upskilling, giving the youth leaders the opportunity to develop skills and work alongside professionals in areas they want to develop; relationship building and partnership development, we worked with contemporary dance company SAY and The Place in London to develop workshops and participation; producing and delivering the ambitious and highly successful event Revive Couture (please see Revive Couture section below) and the evaluation and development of the programme.

This programme not only enriches programming at the Guildhall by embedding youth perspectives and creativity, it also creates real opportunities for young people to lead projects and gain experience working in professional environments. It breaks down barriers to employment and equips young people with the tools and experience to be able to pursue careers in the creative industries