January always starts hard and fast for us. New years resolutions up and running (well almost!), happy new year greetings almost exhausted and with a chill in the air, we couldn't think of a better way to start the year...
As the year draws to a close, we feature the mighty Mr Malik. After retirement, Mr Malik dedicated his time to his local drop in community centre - board member, instigator and 'the make it happen type'. We thought we...
A chance conversation in Stockton High Street in 2012, resulted in a friendship and connection which has taken us on parades, worked with rural communities in County Durham and now exciting conversations in Cumbria. Julie Ward MEP for the North...
The epic story of a kingdom, of exile and intrigue and when darkness turns to light. ‘The Oil was sizzling awaiting the syrup with care, In hopes that Jalebis soon would be there’ This Autumn, Nutkhut embarks on a unique...
In the world of Nukthut, the monsoon rains hold a special place. On a warm, wet, drizzly, grey, showery, 14th October, we presented our mix of community and professional dance ensembles at CultureFest at Eltham Palace. It’s fair to say...
This year, the Godiva Festival celebrated its 20th Anniversary - with our London Mela team, we hosted and programmed 7 hours of the best of British Asian live music - a road trip that took us from 16th century middle...
Continuing Nutkhut’s interest in how migration and history have developed contemporary culture, through art, poetry and performance, co-Artistic Director Ajay Chhabra travelled to California in July 2018. He met with artists, policy makers and programmers in Sacramento and attended the...
We're looking forward to heading back to the always spectacular Oslo Mela with our fabulous Princess & Maharajah Stilt Walkers this year! We'll be part of the official opening ceremony on 17th August and will be out and about throughout...
We've long had an association with Thamesmead and felt very privileged to be included in their 50th Anniversary celebrations at Southmere Lake with Swyron joining over 5,500 community members who joined the party and took part in the festivities.
Have you ever been chased by a 'Chappal' before? A generation or three of Mela goer's will know what I mean and for those that don't, never fear - think of a sandal or a slipper, reveal the toes -...
