Since 1863 Hoxton Hall has epitomised the spirit of Shoreditch as a visible artistic and creative presence in the community: entertaining, supporting and educating local people.

Today we work with those who are starting out. We excite talent; encourage risk-taking; supporting and advising those who wish to explore their creativity and potential.

Our unique Victorian music hall theatre inspires young people and young arts companies to experiment and create work which breaks personal and artistic boundaries.

We are Hackney’s only youth arts centre, working with approximately 200 young people each year, aged 7-25 years. We run a busy after school arts programme of workshops including live instrumental music, singing, graffiti, street dance, drama and visual art. We also run holiday projects throughout the year in anything from hip-hop theatre to arts & crafts workshops. We have a grass roots approach to youth work, nurturing and responding to the needs of the young people we serve. We train a handful of young people each year to become peer educators, who work with us closely in the planning and delivery of our projects.

Drama Stars: 7-10 years
Explore your imagination and join the next generation of actors, directors and writers

Art Stars: 7-10 years
Design and create exciting art projects using paint, pencil, video, photography, sculpture, puppets and much more.

Hoxton Youth Theatre: 11-13 years
Actor training, devising, scriptwriting and performing new theatre

Dramatize: 14-16 years
Develop your acting, scriptwriting and performance skills, learn more about the industry and what it takes to be an actor, director, theatre or film maker. And gain a level 2 Art Award qualification at the same time!

Street Dance Hoxton Moves: 11-17 years
Work with professionals, learn new moves, create your own street dance routines and perform on stage.
Hoxton Voices: 9-12 years
Develop your vocal skills and perform in groups, solo and with a band.