Discover Young Hackney will be back in 2014!
Alter Ego 2013
The Finalists
'I felt empowered and my dream came to reality but I can't do it at home so it was a good experience.'
- Young person from Rio Cinema Discover Film project
'Thinking outside of the box "what I consider to be the norm" I have decided to reflect on my actions, to ensure it is not offending or hurting anyone.'
- Young person from Somali Family Action, street art project
'I particularly liked the discussions and having to discover new artists which helped me with my current project. I also liked the visit to the Tate Britain and meeting the curator of the Schwitter's exhibition.'
- Young person from Hoxton Free Art School
'I've become a much more versatile performer and have a better understanding of the arts.'
'I improved my confidence and learned new skills and the discipline of theatre work. The skills I learnt were to express myself and always keep the audience engaged.'
- Young people from Anna Fiorentini Theatre & Film School
'I found the activity very beneficial, I learned new reporting skills & found out things about my own area I never knew before. My favourite bit is working alongside my group and interviewing people.'
'I was given a role to be a reporter and cover many events and workshops. This benefited me as I'm into filming and editing so this gave me a chance to gain more experience.'
- Young people from All Aspects festival reporting workshop
'I got to meet great people and made new friends. I gained some opportunities that I can write in my CV that will help me look for a Job similar to the field I took part in the Discover Hackney. My favourite bit was meeting new people and getting the opportunity to take part in a well known activity.'
'I have gained more skills in photography; my favourite part was watching all the performers and feeling the tension between everyone backstage.'
- Media Ambassadors
'I have learnt how to work with other people to become a better person.'
- Alter Ego finalist
'My favourite bit was getting to meet new people, it helped me get off the streets and find a hobby to do.'
- Alter Ego auditionee
'It made me build up my confidence as to speaking to new people more. The people were extremely kind, and it made me feel more active rather than staying at home and doing to usual routine, of T.V or typical gaming.'
- Young person from Vietnamese Performance art project
'Thank you for giving me the opportunity to make the video. I had a great experience and it was real fun! Hope to do something like that again soon.'
- Abderahim Rebika, young filmmaker who made DYH documentary film 2013
28 March 2013
Winner of Digital Camera Announced
All evaluations are in and we can announce that Tycho, a budding young filmmaker who took part in Discover Film at Rio Cinema, has won the FujiFilm FinePix camera! Rio Cinema worked with Chocolate Films to run a workshop where young people created their very own films – …
6 March 2013
Dalston Young Film Club
A brand new film club for people aged 12-17 living in Hackney. Watch and discuss movies with your friends, meet film experts, eat a lot of popcorn, and pick your favourites to show at a new outdoor cinema in Dalston Square this summer. Join our Film Club and …
4 March 2013
Part 2 Frizz interview exclusive
The All Aspects crew caught up with hot new rapper Frizz for an interview and a freestyle. They didn’t have any equipment so they used an iPhone and their creativity. Here’s part 2:
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Step Up for Costumes
Costume making at London College of Fashion
Spend the day embellishing and transforming simple dance outfits into vibrant acrobatic costumes for the performers at the Alter Ego Talent Show.
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Hoxton Street Free Art School
Combining creativity with ingenuity
We’re going to be running the first ever Hoxton Street Free Art School and we need your talents and your skills to make it happen.
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Hear Our Voices
The F word - Exploring Feminism through Art
Do you ever feel like what you have to say is just too controversial? Through dance, art and poetry, work with us to express your true feelings about womanhood and being yourself, and showcase your creations at our female only event. Power to women!
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Making Movies
The Building Exploratory Film Workshop
This workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of filmmaking, from finding your story right through to filming and editing.
Hoxton Street Free Art School
Combining creativity with ingenuity
We’re going to be running the first ever Hoxton Street Free Art School and we need your talents and your skills to make it happen.
GetFamilyar
Music recording workshop by ACDF
If you have a talent for rapping, singing or production, come down to this taster session by the African Caribbean Development Foundation and lay down your own track.
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Hear Our Voices
The F word - Exploring Feminism through Art
Do you ever feel like what you have to say is just too controversial? Through dance, art and poetry, work with us to express your true feelings about womanhood and being yourself, and showcase your creations at our female only event. Power to women!
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Hoxton Street Free Art School
Combining creativity with ingenuity
We’re going to be running the first ever Hoxton Street Free Art School and we need your talents and your skills to make it happen.
Club Night
Key to Transition: It's Happening!
Club Night has something for everyone and is an accessible night out with a difference. Open to 13-19 year olds with a disability or special educational needs who are members of The Key (friends/siblings welcome too).
All Aspects event reporting workshop
Learn all about what it takes to be an event reporter
The All Aspects media team will give you a taster of what it involves to be an events reporter. You'll learn all about creating good quality video, photography and content. Get inspired by the team and come along to see if you've got what it takes to be an events reporter.
Dancer or diva? Get your big break
Anna Fiorentini Theatre & Film School
If you’re into dance, drama or singing, this is your chance to spend three days working with top industry professionals from the award winning Anna Fiorentini Theatre & Film School to develop your talent and produce a showcase for friends and family.
Sutton House in Stop Frame
Sutton House animation workshops and exhibition
There’s nearly 500 years of history hidden in its walls, and you’ll be digging out those stories and turning them into stop frame animations.
Digital East
Eastside Educational Trust Digital Media Workshops
Create your own photographic or graphic art work and learn more about displaying your work on the internet for virtual audiences. The work you create will be published on Hackney Live.
Somali Youth Street Arts Project
If you’re interested in street art and you want to express your feelings towards gang culture, get involved with Somali Youth Street Arts Project to increase gang awareness and produce some innovative pieces of art.
Grand Union Orchestra Taster Day
World Music and Jazz Workshop
Take part in this free world music and jazz workshop led by professional musicians from the Grand Union Orchestra, with an informal performance at the end of the music created on the day.
UR Brand
Open your own clothing design business
Youth Skills Network’s ‘UR Brand’ workshops will give you the chance to open your own clothing design, print & distribution business.
Vietnamese Performance Art Project
The performance art project will provide a great opportunity for the young British Vietnamese to use their own creative skills to create a dance production base on their own Vietnamese and Western culture values. The project will develop a team spirit, confidence and talent.
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Street Dance, Acrobatics & Choreography Lessons
MIMBRE Circus and Street Theatre Company
Get a lesson in street dance, acrobatics or choreography from the acclaimed acrobatic and street theatre company.
Somali Youth Street Arts Project
If you’re interested in street art and you want to express your feelings towards gang culture, get involved with Somali Youth Street Arts Project to increase gang awareness and produce some innovative pieces of art.
Street Dance, Acrobatics & Choreography Lessons
MIMBRE Circus and Street Theatre Company
Get a lesson in street dance, acrobatics or choreography from the acclaimed acrobatic and street theatre company.
All Aspects
Reporting, presenting, filming and hyping the festival
This official festival media crew will be run by young people and cover events, interview audiences and hype the hottest acts. Create quality video content and make it famous online. Poached Creative is supporting this team to get skills, meet professionals and do things their way. Join the crew OR get inspired by them at their very own events.
Hear Our Voices
The F word - Exploring Feminism through Art
Do you ever feel like what you have to say is just too controversial? Through dance, art and poetry, work with us to express your true feelings about womanhood and being yourself, and showcase your creations at our female only event. Power to women!
Street Dance, Acrobatics & Choreography Lessons
MIMBRE Circus and Street Theatre Company
Get a lesson in street dance, acrobatics or choreography from the acclaimed acrobatic and street theatre company.
Sutton House in Stop Frame
Sutton House animation workshops and exhibition
There’s nearly 500 years of history hidden in its walls, and you’ll be digging out those stories and turning them into stop frame animations.
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Somali Youth Street Arts Project
If you’re interested in street art and you want to express your feelings towards gang culture, get involved with Somali Youth Street Arts Project to increase gang awareness and produce some innovative pieces of art.
The Yellow Brick Path
Immediate Theatre
Immediate Theatre’s Advanced Youth Theatre group are staging an interactive experience exploring choices, chasing your dreams and getting off the estate.
Vietnamese Performance Art Project
The performance art project will provide a great opportunity for the young British Vietnamese to use their own creative skills to create a dance production base on their own Vietnamese and Western culture values. The project will develop a team spirit, confidence and talent.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Discover Film
Rio Cinema filmmaking workshop
Make a short film, from the drawing board to DVD in just one day.
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Hear Our Voices
The F word - Exploring Feminism through Art
Do you ever feel like what you have to say is just too controversial? Through dance, art and poetry, work with us to express your true feelings about womanhood and being yourself, and showcase your creations at our female only event. Power to women!
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Catch 22
Spoken Word Final Performance
Spoken word coach Kenny Baraka has worked with a group of young people to enhance their lyrical and literacy skills. Join them to hear the results…
Welcome to Wonderland
The Bakery by Cakey & Tropical Isles Fashion Workshops
The Bakery by Cakey are on a mission to bring the art and culture of the fashion world to young people in Hackney and we’re on the look out for fresh young creatives.
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Tropical Isles
Carnival street dance experience
Experience the world of carnival street dance. You’ll learn all about movement and be given a chance to create and choreograph your own sequences and dances to perform to your friends, family and in public.
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
Street Jazz
Dance Classes from C-12 Dance Theatre
Take part in this course of free Street Jazz classes with one of London’s most exciting dance based theatre companies.
Street Jazz - Take the Class!
Dance Teaching and Project Management with C-12
Ever pictured yourself as a dance teacher? Here’s your chance to give it a go and show us what you’ve got!
