Calling Dunstable
What is calling dunstable?
As part of the UKSPF Cultural Offer, Dunstable Town Council has received £30,000 to support local performing arts in the Community Voluntary Sector (CVS). Calling Dunstable was established to achieve this.
Running until March 2025, Calling Dunstable and this initiative builds creative confidence, enhances group capacity, and promotes equity in accessing performing arts. It offers performance opportunities, explores arts career pathways, and helps groups achieve their goals.
"We are proud to work with Dunstable Town Council and BBB Group Ltd on this vital Arts project; one of discovery, development and showcasing creatives from across Dunstable’s diverse communities. As organisations we take huge pride in supporting artists (who may not see themselves in this way) to recognise and place value in their talents, stories and voices.”
Alongside The BBB Group we will support Dunstable’s creative community, helping them develop their artistry and share their talents with local audiences.
We are seeking dancers, actors, performance troupes, singers, bands, orchestras, choirs, folk groups, producers, DJs, poets, rappers, magicians, circus artists, visual artists, digital artists, comics, puppeteers.... the list goes on and on.
New at Calling Dunstable...
The Finale Showcase:
Workshops and Performances
9th March 2025
The Grove Theatre, Dunstable
Workshops and Performances
9th March 2025
The Grove Theatre, Dunstable
Showing at The Grove Theatre…
Dunstable’s Creative Community are here and ready to give you a day to remember.
Let’s come together to support what is an important and thriving collective of local creators who are eager to show you what makes Dunstable a culturally significant place for artists.
Join us on Sunday 9th March 2025 for a day of FREE Arts activities, performances & workshops, sharing and celebrating Dunstable’s innovation and artistry.
Calling Dunstable opens its doors 3pm-6pm for our workshops, (including singing, dance, wardrobe, technical and more) stalls from local artists, and unplugged stage with local talent, plus visit our special writers corner, art area, photo opportunities and much more.
Then at 6pm join us in the main auditorium for an hour of unforgettable local live music and entertainment.
For more details and a breakdown of entertainment, stalls and activities see below and take a look at our socials.
Book your free workshop and show tickets in advance below to avoid disappointment.
PLEASE NOTE: A booking fee will not apply when you reach the booking stage. ALL TICKETS ARE FREE.
Stall Spotlight
Rae Leaver Rahman
Independent Creative Consultant
Rae Leaver Rahman is a creative producer working across Bedfordshire with twenty years experience in the creative sector.
Rae will be available to chat about what to consider when thinking about applying for funding and support, including preparing your project and your portfolio, building your budget, and project and capacity planning to take the next step.
Workshops
Calling Dunstable: 1 to 1 Piano Workshop
All Ages
Bag yourself a 15 minute 1 to 1 session with local Pianist & Composer Akshay Unnikrishnan.
Whether you are a complete beginner or someone looking to extend your Piano skills, this focused time is just for you.
Sunday 9th March
Workshop Times:
3.15pm, 3.30pm, 4.15pm, 4.30pm
Age: All
Duration: 15mins
(parents can accompany children)
FREE
Calling Dunstable: Technical Workshop
Come and meet the team behind the magic and get a hands on look at all things technical.
From Sound to Lighting, SFX to Stage Management, visit behind the scenes areas not normally seen by the general public and learn an overview of what goes into making a production.
Sunday 9th March
Workshop Times:
3.15pm – Ages: 9-15
4.30pm – Age: 16+
FREE
Calling Dunstable: Wardrobe & Costume Workshop
All Ages
Explore the evolution of costume design, from historical garments to today’s blockbuster films and West End productions.
This workshop takes participants on a journey through fashion history, showcasing iconic designs and careers in costume and stage design. Design a costume inspired by your favourite West End show or movie, and let your artistic talents shine!
Sunday 9th March
Workshop Time: 3.30pm- All Ages
Duration: 30 mins
FREE
Calling Dunstable: Street Dance Workshop
Ages 5-11
Join Dance Connexions in a fun, fast paced 30-minute Street Dance class.
Learn some new moves and live your best life dancing on stage with your local community.
Sunday 9th March
Time: 3.45pm - Ages: 5-11
Duration: 30mins
(parents can accompany children)
FREE
Calling Dunstable: Singing Workshop
Ages 9+
Come and sing your heart out alongside local West End Leading lady Georgina Onuorah (Hamilton, Wizard of Oz, Cinderella, Kiss Me Kate) Polish those vocals and learn from the best.
Sunday 9th March
Workshop Times:
3.45pm – Ages: 16+
4.45pm – Ages: 9-15
Duration: 30 mins
FREE
Calling Dunstable: Puppet Workshop
All Ages
Get Creative! Puppetry and Puppet Making workshops come to The Grove! Led by local creative and puppeteer Charlotte Read, learn the basics of puppet manipulation and make some simple 3D paper puppets to aid with this.
Sunday 9th March
Workshop Times:
4:30pm
5:15pm
Duration: 30 mins
FREE
Calling Dunstable Finale Showcase
Join us for the big finale to our day, as local talent from across Dunstable, joins us on the Grove Theatre stage.
This one hour performance is jam packed with something for everyone’s taste. From Dance, to live music and everything in between. Acts are being announced weekly, so keep your eyes peeled.
Announced so far:
The Limestones, After Hours Band, Dance Connexions, Akshay Unnikrishnan, Stardust Theatre Company, Special Guest Star & more TBA...
Sunday 9th March
6pm
The Grove Theatre, Dunstable
FREE
