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Staffed lounge access with access to the AV suite, band room and production room (with DJ decks).

THE BASE SPOKEN

poetry

Calling all poetry lovers! The BASE Spoken is a new poetry and spoken word night in Portsmouth for anyone aged 11 and up. Run in partnership by Portsmouth Poetry Party, 432 NO-MADS, University of Portsmouth Creative Writing Society and The BASE Guildhall, this event will unite emerging and established poets in a safe and collaborative space to share and discuss new writing. Come down and experience a cosy new creative event.
 
Sign up in advance here or just come along on the day

AGE GROUP: 
11+

DATES AND TIMES: 
  • 4pm,  Sunday 1 June 2025

BUILD A BAND

music

Meet other young musicians and improve your band craft, supported by experienced musicians. These sessions are for anyone looking to find their sound– existing bands and those looking for a line-up! Mentoring, advice and help finding those next steps towards finding your sound

AGE GROUP: 
13-21

DATES AND TIMES: 
  • Friday 5.30pm-7.30pm

immediate drumming group

music

Weekly small group drumming lessons for intermediate drummers aged 11-25. Participants should be comfortable drumming but looking to improve their skills.

AGE GROUP: 
11-25

DATES AND TIMES: (Drop in)
  • Wednesday 5.30pm – 7:30pm

learn to dj (drop in)

music

1 to 1 lessons for anyone wanting to learn to DJ, whether you’ve never touched the decks before or need some trouble shooting, this is the drop in for you.

 

AGE GROUP: 
13-21

DATES AND TIMES: 
  • Fortnightly on Saturday 10.30am-1.00pm

HIP HOP CYPHERS WITH MUSIC FUSION

music

Freestyles, Cyphers, Beats, Music Production. Artist support and development. Meet, connect, collaborate & create. Bring projects you’re working on or just come along to try something new.

AGE GROUP: 
14-25

DATES AND TIMES: (Drop in)
  • 5.45pm-7.45pm, Tuesdays

open decks

music

Listen, share new music and meet other DnB lovers… These sessions are hosted by Villainous DnB. Based in Portsmouth, Villainous DnB is a record label and music collective led by Vylan and Psyclone; curating the most exciting new selections in underground Drum and Bass and showcasing underappreciated talent in the scene

DATES AND TIMES: (Drop in)

  • Every 3rd Sunday of the month – 3.30pm – 6.00pm

mentoring (drop in)

music

Want a creative career? It’s hard to know where to start. But here’s the good news: your plan can start right here, even if you don’t know what you’re doing yet. This session is for you to chat about your creative aspirations, Explore what working in the creative industries could look like for you and meet someone in the industry who can help you figure out your next steps. Alongside access to the AV suite, band room and production room (with DJ decks)

DATES AND TIMES: (Drop in)

  • Wednesday 11.30am – 2pm

URBAN VOCAL GROUP - PORTSMOUTH

music

Friendly, long-running singing group encouraging music participation and wellbeing. No audition required and all abilities welcome, just turn up on the day.

AGE GROUP: 
10-18

DATES AND TIMES: (Drop-in)
  • 6pm-7.30pm, Wednesdays

More programming to be announced…