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20/05/2026

The Beast of Basingstoke competition deadline is getting close! Have you designed your creature yet?

Look at the incredible entries we're already receiving—from dark fairies to colour-changing protectors, the imagination is flowing!

Will your beast be next? Draw it, paint it, write it—whatever you can imagine!

📝 Deadline: Saturday 30 May
🎭 Opening Parade: Friday 19 June, 5.30pm

Enter your design: https://forms.gle/w8zh5UmGmEiztDZf6

17/05/2026

ART COMPETITION NOW OPEN have a look at just a few of our entries!

Design the Beast of Basingstoke!

Liverpool have the Liverbird, Wales have a Dragon... what will Basingstoke have? 🐉

This is YOUR chance to create the star of the Basingstoke Festival opening parade (19 June, 5.30pm). Will your beast be scaly? Furry? Spiky? How will it protect our community?

Draw it, paint it, write it—entries can be anything! The winning design will be brought to life by local puppet maker Nick Ash and featured in the opening parade. All entries displayed at The Creative Emporium, Festival Place.

📝 Deadline: Saturday 30 May
🎭 Parade: Friday 19 June, 5.30pm

Enter here: https://forms.gle/w8zh5UmGmEiztDZf6

More info: https://www.scratchbuiltproductions.com/whatsson

Questions? [email protected]

We can't wait to meet your Beast! ✨

29/12/2025

Ring in the New Year with a celebration to remember! 🎉✨

Planning a birthday party as we head into 2026? Proteus Creation Space is the perfect venue for creating unforgettable memories. Our inclusive parties welcome every child, ensuring everyone can join in the fun and excitement.

From creative workshops to traditional entertainment, we design each party around your child's interests and needs.

🎊 Flexible party packages
🎨 Creative & traditional options
🎭 Inclusive celebrations
📍 Free parking | Central Basingstoke

2026 bookings are open - secure your date now!

📅 Book your party: https://calendar.app.google/Hx2XELrKAR8g4Lcm7
🌐 www.scratchbuiltproductions.com

10/10/2025

🎭✨ VOLUNTEERS WANTED! ✨🎭

We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring our magical immersive shows to life this December!

Get involved in ALL aspects of putting on a show - from backstage magic to front-of-house fun. Whether you're interested in puppetry, set building, tech, or working with audiences, there's a role for you!

WHEN: End of November through December
WHERE: Proteus Creation Space, Basingstoke

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN:
✨ Learn creative skills hands-on
✨ Meet brilliant new people
✨ Build your creative network
✨ Be part of something truly special

No experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn!

👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/5LxLrZsW4z99jdtt8

Come join our creative family and help make Christmas magical! 🎄

25/09/2025

🎭 This Saturday: The Big Doodle Drop In kicks off at The Creative Emporium!

Join us for our very first session in Festival Place (11am-1pm and another one 1.30pm till 3.30pm) - a relaxed, creative space where families can drop in, get messy, and make art together. Perfect for all ages and abilities!

Plus, don't miss our weekly Friday Creatives Hang Out - calling all local artists, makers, and creative souls to come connect and collaborate.

The Creative Emporium is bringing community creativity right to the heart of Basingstoke!

Book now: tickettailor.com/events/scratchbuilt

24/09/2025

🎭 WHAT'S ON at The Creative Emporium! 🎨

So much happening at Festival Place - something for everyone in our creative community!

✨ Weekly Classes:
• Little Learners Messy Play with Lene
• Beginner TaiJi with Niel
• Sam's West Coast Swing Dance
• Friday Creatives Hang Out!

🎪 Special Events Coming Up:
• The Big Doodle Drop In - Sat 27 Sep
• Artists' Roundtable with Arts Council England - Fri 3 Oct
• Home Schoolers Arts Award (KS1 & KS2)
• "Twelve Hours" - Jane Austen play - Sat 15 Nov

More events added every day! Come and be part of our vibrant creative community at Festival Place 🌟

Grab your tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/scratchbuilt

18/04/2025

Please, please, please share this for me, it would be such a shame for people to miss out on it!!

Aged 16-25?
This is an amazing opportunity for anyone who is interested in a creative career! Your local professional theatre company Scratch Built Production in association with Proteus are offering FREE workshops and work experience opportunities..

- SIGN UP NOW! Sign Up Form: https://forms.gle/MCGhm566H5L4kPuM6

Workshop Series:
Fri 25 April 10am: Festival & Large Scale Event Planning
Fri 2 May 10am: Sound Design & Music Production
Fri 9 May 10am: Set Design
Fri 16 May 10am: Costume Design & Making
Fri 23 May 10am: Giant Puppet Design and making.

Work experience opportunities on various dates, working with industry professionals on real life projects that will be delivered in our community of Basingstoke.

Funded by: Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council as part of UK Shared Prosperity fund.

A free creative work experience program for young people in Basingstoke (16-25) Brought to you by Scratch Built Theatre CIC Regular sessions to be held on Fridays' mainly at Proteus Creation Space between April and August 2025. Gain industry experience: Work alongside experienced professionals in th...

02/03/2025

Ok so this just happened! Runner up Winner of the 30min competition thankyou to Abi Longsden for the idea.. Sarah Thomas-Lane and Anne for being my back up assistants and getting me extra bits!

01/03/2025