Summer Arts Course for Young Creatives
Discover how everyday spaces - both indoors and outdoors - can spark creativity!
Key information:
- Course dates:
- Mon 27 – Fri 31 August 2026
- Course times:
- 9.30am–4pm
- Age:
- 8–11
- Art form:
- Drama | Interdisciplinary | Music | Visual Arts
- Fees:
- £655
- Deadline:
- Bookings will close at 5pm on Friday 3 July 2026 or when the course reaches full capacity
- Level of study:
- Short Courses & Summer Schools, Workshops & Saturday Centres (under 18)
- Mode of study:
- In-person | Summer Schools
- Venue:
- Guildhall School of Music & Drama
- When:
- Summer Schools (July–August)
Course info
Book Now
- Spaces are limited, so we recommend booking early
- Bookings close at 5pm on Friday, 3 July 2026, or when the course reaches full capacity
- Please note: accommodation is not provided
- View our terms and conditions
Ages 8–11
Course Dates & Times
Monday 27 – Friday 31 August 2026
9.30am–4pm
About Summer Arts Course for Young Creatives
Join us for a week of creativity, collaboration, and discovery—right in the heart of the City of London!
Discover how everyday spaces - both indoors and outdoors - can spark creativity! Over five exciting days at Guildhall School and its surrounding area, young creatives will explore performance through movement, sound, storytelling, drawing, and visual design.
Guided by professional artists, participants will transform familiar spaces into imaginative sites of creativity. The week concludes with a collaborative sharing event for friends and family.
Who is the course for?
- Children aged 8–11 who love being creative
- No experience needed—just curiosity and enthusiasm!
What can I expect?
- Hands-on workshops in physical theatre, sound creation, spoken word, and visual storytelling.
- Fun, collaborative activities designed to build confidence and spark imagination.
- A final informal performance, with invited friends and family, sharing the work created throughout the week.
Do I need anything for the course?
- A basic, digital camera for photography session
- Comfortable, loose clothing for movement-based activities.
Course Fee
£655
Book Now
- Spaces are limited, so we recommend booking early
- Bookings close at 5pm on Friday, 3 July 2026, or when the course reaches full capacity
- Please note: accommodation is not provided
- View our terms and conditions
Eligibility
- For everyone aged 8–11
- No previous experience is necessary
- Participants must have sufficient English language skills in order to fully engage with the course
About the Course Tutor
The course has been developed by Jose Martins.
Jose Martins is an experienced arts producer and educator with a strong background in designing participatory arts programmes.
He has worked extensively with the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and the Barbican Centre, developing innovative projects that engage young people in music, theatre, movement, and multi-disciplinary performance. His expertise in arts education, performance-making, and creative leadership allows him to design immersive, dynamic learning experiences that inspire young participants to explore their creative potential.
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