An exhibition showcasing stories of identity, migration and connection through photography, films, textiles, and embroidery.
In a strict boarding school nestled in the Himalayas, 16-year-old Mira discovers desire and romance, but her rebellious sexual awakening is disrupted by her mother, who never got to come of age herself.
The story of Claressa 'T-Rex' Shields, a boxer from Flint, Michigan who trained to become the first woman in her country's history to win an Olympic gold medal in the sport.
In the treacherous and swampy forests between Belarus and Poland, refugees from the Middle East and Africa are lured by government propaganda that promises easy passage to the European Union. Unable to cross into Europe and unable to turn back, they soon find themselves trapped in a rapidly escalating geopolitical standoff.
Lia, a retired teacher, has promised to find her long-lost niece, Tekla. Her search takes her to Istanbul where she meets Evrim, a lawyer fighting for trans rights, and Tekla starts to feel closer than ever.
Prabha, a nurse living in Mumbai, looks for a place in the city where Anu, her roommate, and her lover can finally make love. The two women travel to a coastal town that becomes a space of freedom for their desires.
Shipwrecked on a deserted island, a robot named Roz must learn to adapt to its new surroundings. Building relationships with the native animals, Roz soon develops a parental bond with an orphaned gosling.
Curated by Tamera Heron, an East London programmer, this programme features short films that explore themes of identity, culture and traditions of the Caribbean diaspora.
Young Michael, shipwrecked on a remote island, must adapt to life alone. Over time, he feels another presence, learning that this world is home to both unimaginable danger and beauty.
A woman stumbles across the body of her uncle on an empty road in the middle of the night. As funeral proceedings begin, secrets of her middle-class Zambian family soon come to light.
A man quits work to care for his dying grandmother, motivated by her fortune. He schemes to win her favour before she passes.
Curated by the PictureEast Young Programmers with Film London. A 1 hour shorts film programme, showcasing East London filmmakers and stories.
Set in London, the plot follows the plight of depressed middle-aged woman Pansy and her relationship with her close ones, including the crumbling relationship with her jovial sister Chantelle, who is a polar opposite in terms of mood and the state of her other interpersonal relationships.
PictureEast Film Festival is a community-led film festival celebrating the borough’s diversity through film, providing a platform for local artists, filmmakers.
This in-person information session is for people who are interested in applying for Culture Within Newham’s micro-commissioning scheme.
This in-person information session is for people who are interested in applying for Culture Within Newham’s micro-commissioning scheme.
Laughter brings people together, sparks friendships and creates memories that last a lifetime! These free weekly workshops offer young people aged 11-16 the chance to explore different styles of comedy.
Laughter brings people together, sparks friendships and creates memories that last a lifetime! These free weekly workshops offer young people aged 11-16 the chance to explore different styles of comedy.
Newham Poetry Group is hosting 10 poetry sessions where 18-25s can dive into poetry, creative writing, spoken word, and storytelling.
Laughter brings people together, sparks friendships and creates memories that last a lifetime! These free weekly workshops offer young people aged 11-16 the chance to explore different styles of comedy.
Newham Poetry Group is hosting 10 poetry sessions where you'll dive into poetry, creative writing, spoken word, and storytelling.
Laughter brings people together, sparks friendships and creates memories that last a lifetime! These free weekly workshops offer young people aged 11-16 the chance to explore different styles of comedy.
"Activate” is an engaging and thought-provoking theatre production encouraging young people to gain confidence in their political agency.
"Activate” is an engaging and thought-provoking theatre production encouraging young people to gain confidence in their political agency.
Laughter brings people together, sparks friendships and creates memories that last a lifetime! These free weekly workshops offer young people aged 11-16 the chance to explore different styles of comedy.
This in-person session is for people who are interested in joining Culture Within Newham's Community Voices Panel. It will be hosted at Community Links in Canning Town
