Mask Shows: The Church Street Masquerade 2024

Free Mask Making, Mask Acting & Performance Drop-in Classes

An Intergenerational Project for Ages 18+ and 60+ (All are welcome if 18+) The hit project from 2023 is back, and it's bigger and better!

Date
A promotional poster for "The Church Street Masquerade 2024" featuring a person wearing a green and orange mask with leafy patterns. The person is dressed in a green outfit. The event is organized by Dené Collective, whose logo is displayed on the bottom-left corner.
The church street masquerade 2024 promotional poster

Meet Your Facilitators:

  • A man wearing glasses and a white shirt is smiling at the camera. He is wearing a pink, rudimentary, animal-like mask on his head. In the background, another person, slightly out of focus, is dressed in a costume and a black hat.

    André Pink

    Mask Specialist and Artistic Director of Dende Collective

    André Pink is the Artistic Director of Dendê Collective. He trained with master clown teacher Philippe Gaulier and regularly teaches clowning at drama schools across the UK. With over 20 years’ experience in theatre and community arts, André’s passion is creating inclusive, playful spaces where everyone can find their creative voice.

  • A smiling older woman with short gray hair and light blue eyes. She is wearing a patterned puffer jacket and a white shirt, along with gold hoop earrings. The background is dark, drawing attention to her bright expression.

    Caroline Jones

    Designer

    Caroline Jones is a theatre designer and creative facilitator known for her vibrant, imaginative costume and set designs. She has previously worked with Dende Collective on projects like Cinderella, Masquerade, and Fruits R Us, bringing her expertise in visual storytelling to help participants create bold, joyful characters.

Venue

Penfold Community Hub

www.nhg.org.uk/

Penfold Community Hub, 60 Penfold Street, London NW8 8PJ