As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on a year of exciting growth, creative exploration, and meaningful connections. From large-scale projects to small, beautiful moments, we’re grateful for the journey we’ve shared with you. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible team, partners, and supporters—your unwavering support has helped us reach new heights. Most of all, thank you to YOU—for your presence, your energy, and your continued belief in what we do.

As we look ahead to 2025, we’re filled with excitement for what’s to come. Wishing you a joyful Christmas and a bright New Year!

See you in the New Year!

Explore how outdoor arts, like Mela, are powerful tools for fostering dialogue and rebuilding communities in times of division and unrest.

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Drawing on lessons from the 1970s and 1980s, Ajay Chhabra highlights the importance of cultural initiatives in overcoming social challenges.

Despite funding cuts, Mela has proven essential in uniting diverse communities and promoting resilience.

“In times of turmoil, we all become refugees, regardless of our backgrounds or identities. Ignorance can’t distinguish between shades of brown. Cultural initiatives like Mela are not just festivals—they are platforms for dialogue, unity, and resilience, offering a space where we can begin to rebuild trust and understanding in fractured communities.”
– Ajay Chhabra, Co-founder and Co-artistic Director of Nutkhut

The Mela Report and grassroots efforts are reshaping policy, ensuring the arts are seen as a catalyst for social cohesion. This blog post explores how cultural engagement can bridge divides and pave the way for a more inclusive and resilient society.

Girmit’s Premiere at the Immersive Vision Theatre: A Journey Through Heritage and Creativity

Our groundbreaking project Girmit made its much-anticipated premiere on December 4, 2024, at the Immersive Vision Theatre, University of Plymouth. For the first time in the South West, Girmit was presented in a planetarium setting, a unique fusion of technical innovation, heritage, and creativity.

This immersive, 360-degree experience transports audiences into the heart of a vibrant narrative, blending storytelling with cutting-edge visual and sound design.

Girmit explores themes of culture, identity, and connection, rooted in both contemporary art and historical contexts. It is a testament to the power of collaboration, with MA Experience Design, The Bridge, and the University’s School of Art, Design and Architecture coming together to create a truly extraordinary experience.

“Watching Gimrit in the planetarium was an intriguing experience. The way the visuals and sound seamlessly integrated with the space itself added a new layer of depth to the story—it’s a great example of how technology can enhance storytelling.” – Emma, MA Experience Design student.

The evening also featured live performances, cybernetic installations, and talks, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Gustav Holst and the cosmic connection between art and technology.