ENTERTAINMENT & CULTURE
Creativity runs through the heart of New Cross. Home to one of the world’s leading arts universities and surrounded by an energetic independent cultural scene, the area offers an impressive variety of galleries, live music venues, theatres and creative spaces. Whether you enjoy contemporary art, live music, comedy or community events, New Cross has established itself as one of South East London’s most exciting cultural destinations. ENTERTAINMENT & CULTURE
New Cross Inn One of London’s best-loved independent live music venues, the New Cross Inn has been championing emerging bands alongside established touring artists for decades. From punk and indie to ska, hardcore and alternative rock, there’s a packed programme of live performances almost every evening, making it a must-visit for music lovers. New Cross Inn (uncle.co.uk) www.newcrossinn.com Amersham Arms Directly opposite New Cross Station, the Amersham Arms has evolved into one of South East London’s most respected grassroots music venues. Alongside live bands, the venue hosts comedy nights, DJs, club events and spoken word performances, creating a lively programme throughout the week. Amersham Arms (uncle.co.uk) www.amershamarms.co.uk hARTslane This independent gallery and community arts space champions participation as much
Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary Art Housed within a beautifully restored Victorian bathhouse, the Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary Art presents an outstanding programme of free contemporary exhibitions featuring internationally recognised and emerging artists. The gallery has quickly become one of London’s leading contemporary art spaces and perfectly reflects New Cross’s creative identity. Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary Art (Goldsmiths CCA) www.goldsmithscca.art Goldsmiths, University of London Goldsmiths has helped define New Cross for more than a century. Internationally respected for art, design, music, media and the humanities, the university regularly hosts public exhibitions, concerts, lectures and performances that are open to visitors throughout the year. Its influence can be seen across every aspect of the local creative community. www.gold.ac.uk
as exhibition. Through workshops, artist residencies, exhibitions and community projects, hARTslane provides an inspiring environment where local people and professional artists come together to explore contemporary ideas and creativity. hARTslane (hARTslane) www.hartslane.org Take Courage Gallery Hidden above the Amersham Arms, Take Courage Gallery has become one of New Cross’s most exciting independent exhibition spaces. The gallery showcases contemporary artists working across painting, photography, sculpture and mixed media while supporting emerging creative talent from across London. Take Courage Gallery www.takecouragegallery.com Lewisham Arthouse Located on nearby Lewisham Way, Lewisham Arthouse is an artist-led creative organisation offering exhibitions, artist studios and public events throughout the year. Visitors can discover exciting new artists while enjoying an
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