Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA)

VAPA, (Visual and Performing Arts), is part of Southwark Integrated Youth Support Services and worked with Peckham Space on the project Limitations Perfmitted.  The are a key provider of creative sessions and projects for young people aged 11-19 years living in Southwark.

VAPA runs three regular groups for young artists, weekly based in Bellenden Old School, SE15 4DG. VAPA also offers a comprehensive summer programme for young people- Summer Arts Academy. The regular weekly sessions are comprised of:

FLIX: a group for young filmmakers aged 16-22 years. FLIX meets on Wednesday evenings 6pm-9pm @ VAPA. Young people who attend can explore all elements of the filmmaking process from original concept to filming, editing and post-production. FLIX is also a space for young people to talk through ideas and discuss film.

YWG (Young Women’s Group): a forum where young women can express ideas and come together in a creative and safe environment to learn new arts skills, share ideas and talk about issues. YWG meets on Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm-8.30pm

Skool’s Out Art Club: a visual art and film/animation session for young people aged 11-16 years. The session takes place on Thursday evenings from 5pm-7pm and young people learn about working as artists, film, animation and design.