staging
Join the Read-Through by booking a ticket here! We* are putting on an exciting theatrical production ABOUT Southend pier and ON Southend pier - for schools and for the public - from 19th - 23rd of September, but before we do that, we need your help! Our acts span the pier's long and fascinating […]
Book a free ticket here! Myths of Essex Essex boys, witchcraft, forgotten histories and a home like no other... An evening at Chalkwell Hall with four brilliant writers, artists and activists, each with a unique knowledge of Essex and the stories it holds. Join our guests as we delve into the myths, legends and […]
Book to attend the launch here! The first novel from Essex writer and author Rose Cleary, published by Weatherglass Books. An opportunity to hear from Rose and purchase your own copy on the night. “a fierce, disturbing and funny debut novel about desire, art and what we’ll risk to change ourselves” About Rose Cleary […]
As part of this year's Leigh Art Trail, we commissioned local writers group Estuary Writers to take over the waiting room on Platform One at Leigh-on-Sea train station. Estuary Writers were given the brief 'The Waiting Room' in April 2023, with a 100-word limit and open genre. They visited the site together to find […]
Come and create with us! Professional street artist Karl Sims will give you a taster of working with the medium of spray can art. In Chalkwell Park, next to Metal’s Chalkwell Hall you will be able to explore new techniques on large-scale canvases. This workshop is free and there is no need to book, just […]
Come down and join us for a live art session for kids and parents led by the talented local artist Andy Downes. Get those ideas down in chalk and bright colours on the pavements in front of Chalkwell Hall in the heart of Chalkwell Park. This session is free to join, no need to book.
Thursday 20 July 7pm - 10pm £20 + booking fee BOOK HERE! Scared of Shakespeare? Hated it at school? Or perhaps you like Shakespeare but want to learn to love it? Good news! Coming to Metal on Thursday 20 July is a one off, 3 hour Shakespearean workshop with Southend based, professional actor and playwright, Anne […]
Mooncup Theatre presents the fifth edition of their Morning Rave at Metal Liverpool. Dance, wake up your body & then brunch! Wake your body up, revitalise, let go and dance yourself into the weekend alongside a bunch of other wonderful souls. Followed by some yummy vegan brunch to replenish you. 10am - Arrive (options for […]
Malchamech are a “power trio for the 21st century” from Liverpool and Manchester. They’re releasing their new record from the building they rehearse in, Metal - located inside the buildings at Platform 1 of Edge Hill train station. In support will be Pete Smyth performing a solo set. The event is free but donations are […]
Come along to one of our artist advice and support sessions. The sessions: We are offering free 1:1 sessions for artists who live and/or work within our local areas. They will be led by you and what you would like to discuss. Sessions may include: - Discussing your creative practice - Talking […]
Introducing our first food residency! Mother and daughter duo, MumTas, will be in residence with us, cooking across the weekends of August in our pop-up café space in Southend. Takeaway only (there are benches throughout the park). Get ready to have your taste buds tickled and your belly filled with delight! These homemade Indian snacks […]
We are excited to be a host of the Black British Book Festival UK Book Tour this summer! As a part of Black British Book Festival author Jacqui Rose is hosting a workshop at Metal, taking you on a gripping journey into the dark and dangerous world of her latest crime novel, “The Women". Behind […]
We are excited to be a host of the Black British Book Festival UK Book Tour this summer! As a part of their book tour, Black British Book festival are hosting David Anson llustration workshop at Metal, supported through our Future Network Programme. Get your free ticket here: Peterborough, BBBF Book Tour Tickets, Sat, Aug […]
Come and learn a Shakespeare play in a day with Platform Theatre Arts, hosted at Chalkwell Hall! On Tuesday 15 August, get to know Shakespeare's Macbeth in these creative, fun and exciting drama workshops hosted by local youth theatre, Platform Theatre Arts (for 11 - 19 year olds). Each workshop will explore the story, characters […]
Bristol based artist Tom Marshman is gathering communities to explore the impact of Section 28 legislation introduced by Margaret Thatcher's Conservative government. Tom will host a series of tea parties with Gloucestershire Heritage Hub, Strike a Light, Voices Gloucester, Trinity, Bricks and Metal Peterborough, to discuss the impact of Section 28 on the LGBTQIA+ community. […]
Come and learn a Shakespeare play in a day with Platform Theatre Arts, hosted at Chalkwell Hall! On Thursday 17 August, get to know Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream in these creative, fun and exciting drama workshops hosted by local youth theatre, Platform Theatre Arts (for 11 - 19 year olds). Each workshop will explore […]
We’re excited to be hosting our next reading group as part of the Growing Together in Peterborough: Exploring and Celebrating Food Systems programme. Over the past year, Metal has been hosting a series of reading groups. These provide a space to connect, discuss and explore the themes of a book published by The Left Book […]
Magical Living with John Tarrow, creator of Talliston House and Gardens Thurs 7 Sept 6.30pm - 9.30pm Metal Southend (Chalkwell Hall, SS0 8NB) Book your ticket here, directly through the Talliston website! A talk and workshop with award-winning author and creative director John Tarrow, the man behind the twenty-five year transformation that turned the UK’s […]
Polyvinyl Craftsmen present an evening of alternative music, live and on record at Chalkwell Hall. The Routes are a surf garage band from Japan and The Silk Cuts are an indie pop band from Devon. PVC DJs will also be playing live on the night. Book tickets here.
A new bi-monthly, informal and women-led drawing network. The events are open to any creatives, of all skills and backgrounds, interested in exploring storytelling through print, zines and comics (18+). Over the course of the event, we will invite you to share your own projects, participate in discussions and enjoy vegan food and snacks.
