UPLIFT FESTIVAL 

18th-22nd November 2025 

Uplift Festival is an exciting new youth theatre and performance festival created by and for young people across the borough of Wandsworth. This dynamic celebration will feature performances, engaging workshops, and a range of events inspired by the ideas and passions of young people, alongside the thrilling culmination of the Group 64 and Theatre503’s Playwriting Competition

Launching our debut festival as part of the London Borough of Culture is an incredible opportunity to showcase the creativity, energy, and talent of the young people in our community. Uplift is more than a festival—it's a platform for youth voices to be heard, celebrated, and uplifted.

Who is the festival for: The Uplift Festival is for all young people aged 14-19, who live, go to school or go to community groups in Wandsworth. (If you are slightly out the age range you are still very welcome)

Is there a cost: Most events have tickets, however all tickets are available on a ‘pay what you can’ scale this can be anything from £0 upwards. If possible please book in advance as there is a limited availability for all events. 

How do I book?

Please see the link on each page to book specific events or click through to each day below:

Tuesday 18th November - Creative Careers

Wednesday 19th November - Happimess

Wednesday 19th & Thursday 20th November - Young Directors: The Effect

Thursday 20th November - Focus on Acting and Directing

Friday 21st November - Make a Scene

Saturday 22nd November - Playwrighting Competition - Uplifting Voices