REGENT’S ROOTS FESTIVAL 2025: FULL PROGRAMME!
THE REGENT’S PARK ESTATE COMMUNITY AND ARTS FESTIVAL, CREATED WITH RESIDENTS.
Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity, culture, and community at the Regent’s Roots Festival!
WHERE? Outside ODAC, 201 Drummond Street, Regent’s Place, London, NW1 3FE
WHEN? 2nd August 1 - 6 pm
PERFORMANCES
CIRCUS PERFORMANCE: JOLI VYANN - LIFE’S A BEACH
1 pm & 4 pm
Joli Vyann’s new duet, Life’s a Beach, is a joyous, if a little chaotic, window into a day at the beach. A fun and playful observation of family life, it also carries darker undertones, raising questions about sewage in our seas and antisocial behaviour.
Using their unique dance/circus fusion, the work is familiar, nostalgic and funny. A life cycle played by a couple living by the sea from their 20s to old age, the show features hilarious scenarios of selfie obsessions, obnoxious beach behaviour and embarrassing swimwear. As it unfolds, audiences are moved by tender scenes of friendship, beach meditation, dog walking and the couple growing old together. The movement is dynamic, graceful and theatrical, creating a world and characters audiences can relate to.
ODAC’S REMIX DANCE
2 pm & 5:30 pm
Remix Dance is a community dance project, delivering free weekly Street Dance classes - and performance opportunities - to children and young people aged 5-16 years from the Regent’s Park Estate and the local area.
DANCE PERFORMANCE BY BEEJA: ANUSHA SUBRAMANYAM COMPANY
2:35 pm & 5 pm
Beeja was started by Anusha Subramanyam – dancer, choreographer, teacher and dance movement therapist – who is seen as one of the most exciting exponents of Bharatanatyam working ‘inside’ and ‘outside’ of its tradition. Her work is trans-cultural and inter-generational. She has also worked extensively with people who are differently abled.
POETRY & MUSIC BY CROSSWORD LYRIC
1:40 pm
CrossWord Lyric aims to build people’s confidence, connect them and encourage unfinished work to get rid of perfectionism in the arts. We do this through open mic nights, writing workshops and spin-off events.
LIVE MUSIC FROM THE SIMON COMMUNITY’S HOMELESS UKULELE BAND
3:05 pm
At the Simon Community, we have been providing support to people experiencing homelessness through street outreach since 1963. This April, we have started a Homeless Ukulele Band at ODAC for anyone in the area who is experiencing or recovering from homelessness.
DANCE PERFORMANCE BY DASH DANCE
3:20 pm
Dash Dance is a weekly dance group for Ukrainian children and women in London, led by choreographer Alyona Antypenko. The group offers a welcoming space to move, connect and enjoy dance together, with regular rehearsals and performances in the local community and beyond.
THEATRE PERFORMANCE BY WALING WALING
4:40 pm
We are a drama group of 12 people: 10 members of Waling Waling and two theatre practitioners. Waling Waling is a migrant domestic workers’ organisation. The group was formed by undocumented domestic workers and still campaigns for basic rights for migrant domestic workers.
WORKSHOPS
Mixed Workshop Zone
TRADITIONAL UKRAINIAN SONGS WITH SPIVANKA
1 pm
“Spivanka” translates to “sing-along” in Ukrainian. We meet to sing Ukrainian songs, discuss culture, and explore the meaning of old folk music in the modern context and its relevance to our lives. Attendees are welcome to sing or listen; there is no age limit, and no musical experience is required.
CIRCUS WORKSHOP WITH ROUNDHOUSE
1:35 pm, 3:30 pm, & 5:15 pm
Perfect for all ages, this drop-in session offers a fun and informal way to learn core circus skills. Try your hand at juggling, spinning poi, mastering the diabolo, and twirling ribbons. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to refine your skills, our friendly instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to create unforgettable memories with your family and friends!
DRAMA WORKSHOP WITH CAMDEN YOUTH THEATRE
2:25 pm & 4:20 pm
Camden Youth Theatre is a free-to-attend youth theatre for young people aged 13-19 who live in or attend school in the Camden area. Members work with leading professional theatre makers to learn the skills they need to create their inventive shows from the ground up.
WORKSHOP WITH REGENT’S PARK SINGERS
2:45 pm
Join your local community choir! We sing together for fun and to bring people together in the local area. Rehearsals are warm and friendly, with a mix of classic pop and folk music from around the world. Regent’s Park Singers is free and open to all.
TRADITIONAL UKRAINIAN SINGING WITH HROMADA
4:40 pm
A group that practices and performs Ukrainian polyphony and organises fundraising workshops for causes in Ukraine. We are continuing a tradition that has been repeatedly endangered and at risk of being lost. We work towards creating spaces that celebrate Ukrainian culture in the UK.
INTERACTIVE
LET’S TWIST BY KALEIDER
All day, drop-in – Stanhope & Longford Street Junction
Kaleider invites you to twist and shape our sculptures. The sculptures are made out of interconnected prisms that can be twisted into thousands of different shapes. Every time someone changes the sculpture, they inherit their starting point from the people before them. By transforming the shape, they add to the sculpture’s story. Work together or witness others playing.
CHESS, TABLE TENNIS, SNAKES & LADDERS AND OTHER GAMES FROM REGENT’S PLACE
All day, drop-in
INFLATABLES ON LONGFORD STREET
All day, drop-in
Young Placemakers from Fitzrovia Youth in Action have selected what they believe residents will enjoy. See how high you can jump on the Bungee Trampoline or bouncy castle, get the highest score on our Giant Football Dart or challenge yourself to get the best time on the Light Up challenge! Something for all ages over 5.
CHESS WITH YAS QUEEN! CHESS CLUB
All day, drop-in
Learn about chess, and play with the Yas Queen! chess club.
ONE ROOF
One Roof is ODAC’s programme by and with people with lived experience of homelessness.
PUTTING DOWN ROOTS
Workshops and discussions on concepts of roots: whether these are physical, like trees or houses, or whether they are something we carry with us. Interactive activities will include String Animation with Stephanie Griffiths. Draw a doodle and see it brought to life through String Animation! Appropriate for all ages.
THE REGENT’S PARK ESTATE STORY TRAIL
All day, self-guided – Start from Stanhope Street
The Story Trail is a celebration of the past, present and future of Regent’s Park Estate, promoting a sense of community, safety and connection through 11 unique art installations. Developed through community participation since 2021, this project has been conceived, shaped, and curated by residents as part of Community Champions Regent’s Park.
Brochures and maps are available from the ODAC reception, and full info here.
INFO & ACTIVITY STALLS
All day, drop-in - around the site
BRITISH LIBRARY
Create and launch seed-bursts filled with native wildflower seeds to green our urban space.
CAMDEN YOUTH THEATRE
Camden Youth Theatre is a free weekly creative club for young people aged 13–19 who live, work, or attend school in the Camden area.
COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS REGENT’S PARK
Drop by our stalls to learn more about becoming a Community Champion and participate in art activities led by resident artists!
HIGHGATE BLACK WOMEN’S WELLNESS GROUP
Enjoy wellness activities and complimentary herbal tea while trying some uplifting dance, colouring, Black history word searches, and chatting with HBWWG members.
CREATIVE HEALTH CAMDEN
We work at the intersection of community, health, and the arts to engage individuals in creative and social activities that explore their wellbeing.
KCBNA YOUNG WOMEN'S PROJECT SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
The young women's group at KCB is raising funds for the youth programme by selling items and goods that the young people curate or utilise their skills to create.
ROUNDHOUSE
Camden’s iconic music and arts venue, which puts young people’s voices centre stage, supporting them to turn their creativity into a career.
FAMILY ZONE
All day, drop-in – Stanhope Street & ODAC foyer
KIDS ZONE
The five-and-under Kids Zone will have various forms of entertainment generously provided by several of our local partners.
CALM ZONE
A quieter area to rest and recharge from the hustle and bustle of the festival. Located in the foyer of the ODAC building, you can take in a great view of the festivities as you cool off and enjoy an escape from the fray.
HEALTH ZONE
All day, drop-in - Drummond Street
CAMDEN HEALTH BUS AND FAMILIES FOR LIFE HEALTHY LIFESTYLE PROGRAMMES
Discover a range of activities designed for families with children aged 2–11 years. These programmes focus on promoting a healthy lifestyle through engaging and fun-filled cooking and nutritional activities.
Immunisation Information:
Get all the facts about the importance of immunisations, schedules and benefits for your children.Healthy Start Scheme:
Learn how this scheme can support you financially to provide the best start for your children's nutrition and overall wellbeing.Other Wellbeing Offers:
Explore various other offers and resources available.Hear about the exciting volunteering opportunity with the Health and Wellbeing Department.
COMMUNITY KITCHEN
FREE LUNCH, CATERED BY DRUMMOND STREET’S MASALA KING
From 1 pm til finished - Stanhope Street
Join us for lunch, free in exchange for filling in a feedback form about your experiences at Regent’s Roots. The menu is Chicken Biryani or Veggie Biryani, plus Chana Dal and salad.
HONEST GRIND COFFEE (PAID - DISCOUNTED)
All day - Regent’s Place
Honest Grind Coffee is a radical employability programme and speciality coffee roastery based in Euston, created by Camden Council's Integrated Youth Support Service, with a public outlet at ODAC. Their programmes build self-esteem, develop work skills, and create clear pathways into employment.
STANHOPE STREET COMMUNAL DINING TABLE
All day - Stanhope Street
Share food together and meet new people.
Regent’s Roots is produced by Old Diorama Arts Centre and Fitzrovia Youth In Action. In partnership with Community Champions Regent’s Park Estate, We Make Camden Detached Youth Team and Regent’s Place.
It is made possible thanks to funding support from Camden Council Culture Service, the National Lottery Community Fund, and donations from Bay Media and Mulalley through Camden's Social Value team.
THANK YOU TO SUPPORT FROM:
CIS Security
JPC Cleaning Services
Masala King Restaurant
All the volunteers and staff who make this day happen
And especially: The residents and community of Regent’s Park Estate, whose support makes it all possible.
