Cardboard Collective is our youth music and live event production programme that champions unheard artists while focusing on skills development. It’s a chance to start or enhance your music and events journey, socialise and have fun in a supportive environment.

Who is Cardboard Collective For?

The Collective is for those aged 16-25 (and sometimes up to 30). If you’re a musician, vocalist, creative, host, social media guru, or just want to try something new—this programme is for you.

Being part of the collective will connect you with like-minded individuals and help you take steps into the music and creative industries.

No experience necessary!

What We Offer

The programme features two strands of weekly workshops:

  • Artists Strand: For aspiring musicians and vocalists looking to develop their skills. (Open to ages 16–25)
  • Live Event Associates: For those interested in event production and management. (Open to ages 18–30)

Cardboard Collective offers weekly workshops over 2 terms (Jan – Apr) + (Apr – Aug) where participants will create, produce and perform in a local venue in London.

Previous Programmes

The Cardboard Collective programme has collaborated with organisations like NYJO (National Jazz Youth Orchestra), Xana, SoundSkool, Lyrix Organix, Wolfie, The Beat Bank, and many more industry professionals.

Our artists and live event associates have created and performed at venues including Rich Mix, World Heartbeat – Embassy Gardens, Hoxton Hall, Ensemble Festival, and The Arcola Theatre.

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How to Get Involved

Join our Cardboard Collective taster sessions from October to December for an introduction to all things fun, music, and events.

You can find all current and upcoming workshops and opportunities on our What’s On page.

Sign up to join the next cohort of Cardboard Collective today.