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Creating
Futures through
the Arts

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FUSE International

FUSE International is an annual arts festival which takes place in Kingston upon Thames. FUSE is home to international young artists under 30. The festival returns 26 June - 5 July 2026.

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Get involved

Creative Youth has a busy calendar of arts projects, created in collaboration with diverse groups of young people. Want to join us? Find out how

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FUSEBOX

A creative space for young people where ideas and imaginations will be sparked and dreams realised.

FUSEBOX Flood Update

Visit Us

Want to learn more about Creative Youth, get involved in FUSE International, or find out what’s on at our multi-arts space, FUSEBOX?

Come and visit us in Kingston!

 

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"I really admire what Creative Youth do, which is put their artists first."

Max Percy & Friends
Creative Talent Programme
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About us

Established in 2009, we were born out of a simple ambition: to enable every young person to realise their potential through the arts.

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What we do

Whether organising the biggest youth arts festival in the UK, running our new creative space or our year-round training programmes and events, there is always something going on.  

Support us

Our industry-leading work would not be possible without our amazing band of supporters. Could you be one of them?

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Latest at Creative Youth

Are you a Young Creative?

Are you aged 16-30 and passionate about creating change through the arts? We are thrilled to announce that we are now accepting applications for our next cohort of Young Creatives! 

FUSE 2026: Early Release Tickets on Sale

Early Release tickets for FUSE International 2026 are now officially on sale, with the first six festival highlights now available to book. Taking place across Kingston from 26 June – 5 July 2026, the festival returns with an exciting programme spanning theatre, dance, music, circus and more, bringing together outstanding emerging artists from the UK and around the world.

FUSEBOX Flood Update

During summer 2025, FUSEBOX experienced two significant flooding incidents caused by a blockage in the building above, which resulted in burst pipes and overflowing toilets. Despite over nine months of work with our venue partners to assess the damage and plan for recovery, the venue unfortunately remains closed to all activity.

Donate

As an individual you can make a single donation, set up a regular donation or organise a fundraising event. Every amount can make a difference.