ODAC FIRST RUNNER-UP AT THE AHI AWARDS 2023
Friday 15th December 2023 was results day for the first ever Arts and Homelessness International Awards - the Awards to recognise excellence in the sector around the world from projects to individuals.
ODAC were nominated, as were our Centre Manager, Claire Rivers, O&H Team Member and the lead of the Drummond Street Artists, Geraldine Crimmins, and regular space user and One Roof Co-Producer, Lisa Ogun’.
CALL FOR ARTISTS: NINE SOCIALLY-ENGAGED PUBLIC ART COMMISSIONS
The Regent’s Park Estate Story Trail is an exciting new resident-led Public Art Trail inspiring creative public realm improvements to the neighbourhoods of Regent’s Park Estate, Camden.
We are thrilled to invite Expressions of Interest from artists for nine new artwork commissions for the estate. The artworks will celebrate the people, places and many (hi)stories and assets of the Regent’s Park Estate community. Each artwork will act as a tribute to the area’s heritage and help celebrate the diverse and resilient communities of the past, present and future.
‘CAM-DEN MERRILY ON HIGH’
It's the most wonderful time of year again! Come along to our third annual festive community party - ‘CAM-DEN MERRILY ON HIGH’ on 12 December from 6pm!
INVITATION TO REIMAGINE YOUR STREETS
Come and join the Regent’s Park Area Safe & Healthy Streets Project for a fun, free and interactive co-design workshop and drop-in session.
REGENT’S ROOTS 2023 GALLERY
Take a look at the photos from this year’s Regent’s Roots festival, taken by the wonderful Zbigniew Kotkiewicz and Claire Haigh.
WE’RE RECRUITING: NEIGHBOURHOOD CURATORS, REGENT’S PARK ESTATE STORY TRAIL
We are thrilled to introduce the newest positions available within the ODAC team: Neighbourhood Curators for the Regent's Park Estate Story Trail.
DRUMMOND STREET ARTISTS EXHIBITION: ARTISTS WITH EXPERIENCE OF HOMELESSNESS
Geraldine Crimmins - a local artist, previously featured in the Big Issue - founded the Drummond Street Artists (DSA) in January 2023 at ODAC, on Drummond Street. The DSA have their first exhibition at ODAC from the 3rd August 2023.
ODAC’S FOYER REDESIGN
We want the regular users of our foyer to share their opinions with us about how our new foyer should look…
NEW APPOINTMENTS TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Following an open call in summer 2022 and a competitive recruitment process, we are delighted to confirm ODAC now has five new Trustees on our Board.
‘TOWN CRIERS’ - ANNOUNCEMENT & CALLOUT
Following an open call for proposals, and a selection process including local residents, Old Diorama Arts Centre and Camden People’s Theatre are thrilled to announce Emergency Chorus as the recipient of the To The Streets outdoor performance commission.
And for the project, we’re looking for local people to help make and perform the show!
FISHING FOR CLOUDS
‘Fishing for Clouds’ is an exhibition fo photography and words, being presented in our Foyer from 18 May - 30 June 2023. Launch: 6-8pm, 19 May 2023.
NOW YOU SEE US: AHI ASSOCIATES FINAL SHOWCASE
Now You See Us: AHI Associates Final Showcase Event
In April 2022 Arts & Homelessness International (AHI) launched their year long, cultural leadership programme. The first of its kind in history for artists who are or who have been homeless.
Announcing major new project Stories of Regent’s Park Estate - and we’re recruiting a Producer!
The Euston area is currently undergoing major urban changes, with more planned for many, many years ahead. Stories of Regent’s Park Estate (SRPE) is a project making resident-led creative, positive change to the urban environment. Through collaboration between local residents, artists and key city stakeholders, we aim to ensure that Regent’s Park Estate thrives.
Developed On Drummond Street 2023: To The Streets Commission
‘Developed on Drummond Street’ is a commissioning partnership between neighbours Old Diorama Arts Centre (ODAC) and Camden People’s Theatre (CPT), exploring new ways of making work in Camden, with and for Camden residents.
This year, 'Developed On Drummond Street' is going outdoors, to the streets themselves.
Call for interviewees!
We’re looking for interviewees to form part of the making of ENGAGING EVER-CHANGING HISTORIES, a headphone theatre performance of the history of ODAC in and by the Camden community. The project is led by Lisa Ogun’ of No Qualms Productions.
Regent’s Park Together
As the cost of living crisis continues, many of us face tough decisions this winter. Everyone is worried about the costs of heating their home.
Your local arts creation and community centre is open every day of the week (til 10pm Mon-Thurs!). You’re welcome to hang out in our foyer to work, chat and warm up! We have free WiFi and help yourself to a free tea or coffee.
One Festival of Homeless Arts Gallery
We wanted to share the fantastic photos taken during One Fest by Matt Mahmood-Ogston. Enjoy!
One Fest Sign Up!
Old Diorama Arts Centre will be opening its doors - and the entire top floor! - for two full weeks in 2023.
Below is a form to sign up!