The Revoluton Associates programme provides opportunities for local creatives to co-create new work with local communities, creating a long-lasting legacy and impact.

We are excited to announce that we are inviting applications for up to three new commission opportunities for Luton-based artists, creative practitioners and/or producers.

Supported by the Revoluton Arts Senior Producer and Community Producer, each Revoluton Associate will co-deliver a creative project with community group(s) and/or partner(s), with whom they already have an established relationship.

Revoluton Associates must have a pre-existing relationship with the community group(s) with whom they wish to co-create their commissioned work.

Each artist will deliver engaging workshops, designed to facilitate the co-creation process and seek consultation from a minimum of 100 local residents. The programme will culminate in a public showcase for each Associate to present the work that has been co-created with the community to audiences of at least 60 local people, aiming to reach those who may not typically engage in arts and culture.

The showcase is an opportunity for local audiences and stakeholders to hear about the creative journeys and discoveries made through the process.

We are inviting local creatives to submit applications in response to one of the following briefs. At least one commission will be awarded to an artist working with communities in Bury Park, as part of our Undercurrent project. This particular project must connect to themes of activism, migration and music subcultures.

• Bury Park

• Farley Hill

• Marsh Farm

• Leagrave

• Open Luton

Indicative Timeline: 

Deadline for applications – Monday 15 June, 10:00

Panel Interviews at Marsh House  – Wednesday 1 July & Thursday 2 July

Appointment, Induction and Project Planning – August 2026

Engagement & Co-Creation  – August 2026 – January 2027

Public Showcases & Evaluation – February 2027 

To apply, please complete this form and submit the following by Monday, 15 June:

• A CV and/or online portfolio

• A statement (max 2 sides of A4) detailing:

• Which brief you are applying for

• Your creative commission proposal

• The names of the community group(s) and/or partner(s) with whom you will co-create an original creative work

• A budget outlining how you propose to deliver the creative project within the £5000 commission fee

Further guidance is enclosed within each brief – please download and read these carefully. You can find out more about our Revoluton Associates programme here.