The Habbit Factory is a not for profit inclusive arts organisation working with people, aged 7+, in the London Borough of Havering (a borough of low engagement in arts and culture)since 2013. With nearly 170 members, across 3 main age categories, we provide workshops and classes for 39 weeks of the year. On top of this we offer performing arts workshops within local schools which are vital for inclusive engagement. The Head teacher at Brookside Infant School said: “They have supported us in developing an inclusive school with high expectations where all children’s contributions are valued.” Both membership and participation in shows is completely un-auditioned. Our artistic team and volunteers are highly trained and take the time to get to know each individual member’s abilities and confidence, support them throughout workshops and rehearsals and so they can enjoy the process and achieve their best. Moreover, every member with an additional need is supported 1:1 with an adult ‘buddy’. In 2017, 120 members made their theatre debut in three sell-out performances at the Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch and have continued to do so every year since: the Romford Recorder stated “Members looked like they were having the time of their lives, they poured energy into every performance, and should be applauded for how well they learned their songs and dialogue”. On New Year’s Day 2018 50 members took part in the London New Year’s Day Parade.
Times/ages for our workshops
Juniors/Ages 7-11 = 5pm – 6:05pm
Seniors/Ages 11-18 = 6:15pm – 7:20pm
Our workshops are based in the London Borough of Havering:
Monday – RJ Mitchell’s Primary School, Elm Park, RM12 5PP
Tuesday – Abbs Cross Academy, Hornchurch RM12 4YB
Wednesday – The Myplace Centre, Harold Hill, RM39EN
Thursday – The Rainham Royals Youth Centre, Rainham, RM139YG
Friday – Salvation Army, Harold Hill, RM3 9NT
Adult Group 18+ Monday (8pm – 9:05pm) – St Albans Church, Elm Park, RM125JX
Cost
£12 a month
For more information
Social media channels @The Habbit Factory