This October on PLATFORM!

Black History Month Edition.

Thursday 30 October 2025

18:00 - 20:00

Marsh House

FREE
A scratch evening of live music, art, poetry and creative expression by emerging local artists showcasing works-in-progress.
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PLATFORM is open to all to enjoy an evening of creative expression and to offer supportive feedback to those presenting their work. Young people aged under-16 must be supervised by an adult.

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PLATFORM is more than just a performance opportunity – it’s a welcoming and lively space for local Lutonian creatives to present works-in-progress and test out ideas with a live audience.

After the success of our first PLATFORM event in July, we are excited to present another evening of works in progress.

To celebrate Black History Month, we are prioritising applications from Black artists resident in Luton.

Whether it’s live music, poetry, bold sketches, digital art or sculptural experiments, this is a night of creativity in motion. All art forms are welcome.

Each event offers emerging artists the opportunity to develop their work in collaboration with peers and audience members who can offer insight and feedback.

For the audience, it’s an intimate look into the artistic process — vibrant, versatile and deeply human. It’s a place for the community to support Luton’s art scene and feel inspired.

Come to share. Come to support. Come to be moved.

This is creativity in real time — and you’re invited.

 

Are you also an artist or creative practitioner? Are you interested in having a ‘platform’ to share your work? Please visit out our opportunities page to check for regular call outs for upcoming events. We’d love to hear from you!

To mark Black History Month, we are prioritising applications from Black artists who live, work and/or study in Luton for PLATFORM this October. 

Applicants will be shortlisted for the showcase evening.

If you would like to discuss your application, need support with applying, or have any questions, please email: [email protected]

 

Check back in October to see which artists will be sharing their work at PLATFORM on Thursday 30 October!

What is a scratch night? 

A scratch night invites artists to present works-in-progress, to gain feedback and insight from a live audience. Performances are typically unpolished and are in the early stages of conception.

Will there be refreshments? 

There will be soft drinks and light snacks available.

I want to present my work-in-progress at PLATFORM. How do I apply? 

Please visit our Opportunities page, where we will advertise the call-out to local artists. Please note that for the event in October, to mark Black History Month, we are prioritising applications from Black artists who live, work and/or study in Luton.

Does Revoluton Arts cover travel expenses within Luton?

Yes – we can cover up to £8 for travel within Luton to PLATFORM, if you provide a receipt or proof of travel.

Marsh House


Marsh House Community Centre, Bramingham Road Luton LU3 2SR
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Presented by Revoluton Arts, supported by Arts Council England.

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