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Accessible Arts Community Choir to Perform in Springbank


A special community performance

Residents are invited to enjoy a special performance by the West Cheltenham Arts Community Choir at the Springbank Community Group CIC Café on Wednesday 1 July at 11:30am.



A 10-week community choir project

The 10-week community choir project forms part of the wider West Cheltenham Arts Project, led by KAM Performing Arts Academy, a not for profit Community Interest Company (CIC) committed to making arts and culture accessible to everyone. Working in partnership with EveryVoice Choir, the Everyman Theatre and the West Cheltenham Partnership, and with support from the Cheltenham Borough Council Community Pride Fund, the project brings high quality creative opportunities directly into local communities.


Why?

Parts of Springbank and Hesters Way rank among the 10% most deprived neighbourhoods in England, while almost 1 in 5 residents are disabled. The West Cheltenham Arts Choir is helping to break down barriers created by cost, transport and mobility challenges by providing free, accessible arts opportunities close to home.


Based at Springbank Community Resource Centre, the choir welcomes adults of all backgrounds and abilities, creating opportunities to build confidence, make connections and experience the joy of singing together.


What the founder says...

Maria Allebone, Co Founder of KAM Performing Arts Academy CIC and West Cheltenham Arts Project, said:

"We are incredibly proud of what the West Cheltenham Arts Choir has achieved over the past ten weeks. EveryVoice Choir has been fantastic, creating a welcoming space where participants have grown in confidence, made new friendships and discovered a love of singing. This final performance celebrates their achievements and highlights the power of free, accessible arts opportunities to bring communities together."


The performance

The performance will celebrate the achievements of local participants and showcase the positive impact that accessible arts programmes can have on wellbeing, connection and community pride. The event will also be filmed, helping to capture and share the stories, creativity and community spirit of those involved.

Members of the public are warmly invited to attend.


For more information about the West Cheltenham Arts Project or future choir opportunities, please email westcheltenhamarts@gmail.com

 
 
 

Comments


Do you have a talent you'd love to share with the world? KAM Performing Arts CIC is delighted to be partnering with No Child Left Behind (NCLB) to bring an exciting Talent Show to this year's Party in the Park.

 

This special event celebrates the incredible talents of children and young people from across Cheltenham, providing a fun, supportive and inclusive platform for performers to shine.

 

Whether you're an experienced performer or trying something new for the very first time, we'd love to see you take to the stage and showcase what makes you unique

Who Can Enter?

The Talent Show is open to children and young people aged 5–19 years old from Cheltenham and the surrounding areas.

All abilities and experience levels are welcome. Whether you perform every week, enjoy singing around the house, have a talent you'd love to share, or have never stepped onto a stage before, this is your chance to shine.

We encourage entries from individuals, duos and groups, and welcome performers from all backgrounds and abilities. The Talent Show is designed to be a fun, supportive and inclusive experience where every young person has the opportunity to showcase their talents and celebrate their achievements.

If you're aged 0–19 and have a talent to share, we'd love to see you perform at Party in the Park!

What Can You Perform?

We welcome all kinds of talent, including:

  • Singing

  • Dancing

  • Acting and drama performances

  • Playing a musical instrument

  • Magic acts

  • Comedy and joke telling

  • Poetry and spoken word

  • Gymnastics and movement routines

  • Unique and original talents

If you're passionate about it, we want to see it!

Why Take Part?

The Talent Show is about so much more than performing. It's an opportunity to:

  • Build confidence and self-esteem

  • Celebrate creativity and individuality

  • Meet other talented young people

  • Gain performance experience

  • Create lasting memories

  • Perform in front of family, friends and the local community

Most importantly, we want every participant to have fun, feel supported and be proud of taking part.

There will be four places winners - two from each age catagory age 5-9/10-19.

Event Details

Event: Party in the Park Talent Show
Hosted by: KAM Performing Arts CIC & No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
Location: Party in the Park, Main Stage, Pittville Park, Cheltenham
Date: Wednesday 5 August between 10am-4pm
Time: TBC

How to Register

Taking part is easy, and there are two ways to register.

Register Online

Complete the registration form below to secure your place and tell us a little about your act. Spaces may be limited, so we encourage early registration.

Register at a Cheltenham Library

If you would prefer to register in person, you can visit any Gloucestershire library in Cheltenham and speak to a member of staff at the main desk. Library staff will be happy to help you complete your registration for the Talent Show.

Simply visit your nearest library, (The Children's Library, Hesters Way Library, Oakley Interactive Centre, Prestbury etc) head to the desk and let the team know you would like to register for the Party in the Park Talent Show.

No Internet Access? No Problem!

We want every child and young person to have the opportunity to take part. That's why registrations can also be completed at any Cheltenham library. Friendly library staff will guide you through the process and ensure your application is submitted.

Supporting Every Child

At KAM Performing Arts CIC, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to express themselves, develop confidence and explore their creativity. We are proud to work alongside No Child Left Behind to create opportunities that ensure every young person can participate, belong and thrive.

The Party in the Park Talent Show reflects the shared values of both organisations: inclusion, creativity, confidence and community. Whether you're performing for the first time or returning to the stage, you'll be welcomed and supported every step of the way.

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