There are several ways you can support us and help us to achieve our mission. Below is some detail on the projects you could potentially partner with us on.
Talent Factory: Quarterly showcases of new talent,next event 29th October 2011
Funding Status: Available to be funded
The Talent Factory aims to engage young people from a broad variety of backgrounds through different mediums of arts activities with a specific focus on music and dance throughout the year. Auditions were held and the qualifiers were asked to perform in the Talent Showcase and also attend the weekly Art Hub workshops. The most recent performance was hosted by Sadie Flower (Winner of BBC Strictly Dance Fever 2005) and took place in Leeds on the 10th July, 2011 in front of the public and industry professionals. Fifteen music videos are being produced for the end of the year and Talent Factory Showcases, with their associated auditions, are now planned to take place quarterly to allow more young people from a wider geographical area to take part.
Art Hub: Weekly
Funding Status: Available to be funded
Art Hub is a weekly workshop (up to 40 young performers and artists) that helps facilitate collaborations and skills development in a welcoming, multicultural environment. Teaching and mentoring is provided by professionals who help the young people develop quickly and provide a sounding board for advice. This year will see the expansion of Art Hub to include the Advanced group as well as an Improvers group to fulfil our ambitions of being more inclusive with our engagement.
Art Market: Monthly
Funding Status: Available to be funded
Art Market provides a platform for London’s artists and craftworkers to display and sell their artworks in the prominent Metro Bank branch at Earls Court. The last Sunday of the month sees a mix of talented individuals showcasing and selling their original pieces to members of the public. NICOLA receives a small % of sales. There are also performances by musicians, dancers and singers to build interest and entertain the audience. This pilot will be rolled out to other Metro Bank branches. A significant amount of footfall will be exposed to NICOLA, Metro Bank and associated organisations.
NICOLA Music Connections: 22nd - 30th of October 2011
Funding Status: Funded by the British Arts Council - Available for additional funding
Music Connections EU is a youth exchange programme between the United Kingdom, Italy, Bulgaria, Poland, France and Holland. 42 young people and 12 leaders will meet in London for a period of seven days to engage in a variety of activities. Focused on researching music and how it features in different cultures, our aim is to create a selection of innovative songs that detail their experiences and express their identity. A documentary and a photography magazine will be created showing each stage of the project, recording the development of the six groups coming together.
NICOLA Arts Festival: 29th October 2011
Funding Status: Available to be funded
Designed to showcase the talent of our young participants, we aim to create a festival atmosphere through a variety of stages that will feature performances from several DJs and bands. The highlight of the day will be performances from our “Music Connections” project, which will display the work of the six European countries during their week exchange in London. A series of free music, dance, acting, circus acrobatics and visual arts interactive workshops will be held. Stalls with music, art, crafts and information (about local youth provision from a recreational, education and career point of view) will be available throughout the event.
My World My Way documentary: July - November 2011
Funding Status: Funded by the British Council - Available for additional funding
Supported by the British Council via their Youth Initiative programme, NICOLA will be producing a documentary that follows the lives of a group of young people. The film will showcase the struggles and obstacles they face as they try to reach their goal of becoming successful artists. The documentary making process aims to give its participants new skills. 'My World My Way' documentary will be overseen by the well known Director/Producer/Editor Richard Blanshard who has worked with a multitude of celebrities, including Whoopi Goldberg.
The documentary will end with final performances in front of agents, talent scouts and record labels. The completion of this documentary is highly important for NICOLA and it’s members.
Main Sponsorship of the Association: Yearly
Funding Status: Available to be funded
As NICOLA continues to expand and engages its increasing number of members with more diverse opportunities, it is necessary for us to put in place a solid structure. This will allow us to increase the quality and quantity of the programmes we put on as well as facilitate positive changes in the lives of our young people. Our biggest funding needs centre around the need to ensure consistency by employing permanent staff and premises.
Funding will cover:
> Our structural costs e.g. rent and expenses
> Contributions towards 2 permanent staff members to ensure the long term success of the association
The Funder will have a high profile presence in all marketing, promotional material and press releases and online content.
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