Black History Month
On Wednesday, 22nd October 2025, over 20 young people from Hillside performed alongside members of the Elders Hub, creating a powerful intergenerational showcase of culture, creativity, and community spirit.
Continuing the celebrations, we hosted our own Black History Month event at Harlesden Library on 31st October.
The day was alive with rhythm, colour, and joy. We had drummers, Mahogany carnival arts, steel pan, crafts, music, spoken word, and community talks.
It was inspiring to see everyone come together to celebrate and share in the joy of our heritage.
Groove in the Grove
Hosted by Hillside Performing Arts and DJ Stylah, Groove in the Grove was a lively intergenerational celebration of music, culture, and community.
The event welcomed Peperpot members, featured spoken word by Kamitan Arts, soulful performances by Princess Aisha, Nina Lee, and Dior, and dynamic sets from DJ Amore, DJ Jamo Beatz, DJ Stylah, and DJ Pink Haze, who proudly returned to the stage after beginning as a workshop attendee.
Community workshops encouraged creativity and growth, while Portobello Shack provided delicious Caribbean cuisine and Dream Experience captured unforgettable moments.
A powerful reminder of how the arts bring people together and inspire the next generation.
Summer Club 2025
Hillside Performing Arts ran a fun and creative Summer Club in 2015, bringing children and families together through activities and local trips to form friendships.
The club ended with small celebrations and family gatherings, giving children the chance to showcase what they had been working on.
We focused on wellbeing and provided balanced meals each day.
The summer club offered a safe and supportive space where children could learn and have fun during the holidays.
Harlesden Community Payback
On Friday 20th June, Harlesden was full of energy as the community gathered for the Harlesden Community Payback event.
Special guest DJ AG Online, one of the UK’s rising internet stars, drew an excited crowd as part of his online UK tour promoting community cohesion.
Hillside Performing Arts junior group delivered an uplifting performance, showcasing their talent, enthusiasm, and community spirit.
Their energy lit up the stage and brought smiles all around, celebrating the power of young local talent.
Move It
Hillside Performing Arts raised the roof this weekend with an electrifying performance at the world’s biggest dance event, held at the ExCeL Centre from March 7th-9th, 2025. As one of the only community exhibitors, its presence was undeniable, showcasing raw talent and energy. Based in Stonebridge, Brent, this North West London-based community interest organisation brought 20 young performers to the event, which attracted over 10,000 visitors from across the UK and beyond. Hillside Performing Arts stole the show, seamlessly blending street style with technical precision. “Hillside Performing Arts is committed to expanding opportunities and raising aspirations through the arts,” said Cherrelle, HPA’s Director. “As part of our enrichment program, we’ve been working to create new pathways for young performers.” HPA collaborated with TikTok Icy and Romeo Britain's Got Talent Semi finalists 2023 for an unforgettable performance, while the showstopper on Saturday featured the HPA children delivering an electrifying, high-energy routine. The performance, set to a mix by producer Jamobeatz, brought an undeniable energy to the theatre. The weekend was also captured by the Shaka and Tee Podcast, which featured exciting interviews and engaging banter. Adding to the event’s creative flair, dancer and entrepreneur Anime Boss designed the group’s costumes through his own clothing brand. By taking grassroots talent to center stage, Hillside Performing Arts continues to make a powerful impact, proving that community organisations can shine on the world’s biggest platforms.
Couch To 5K
Women’s Only Couch to 5K
Willesden Sports Centre
Starting Monday, 10th March (Every Monday)
1 PM - 2 PM
Get fit, get active, and improve your health in a supportive, women-only environment. Whether you're a beginner or looking to build endurance, this session is perfect for you!
Join us and take the first step towards a healthier you!
Super Weekender Enrichment Trip
The Hillside Performing Arts enrichment trip to the Super Weekender at Birmingham’s NEC on November 2, 2024, provided an exciting opportunity for families to experience a large-scale performing arts event. community.
This outing was designed to expand perspectives and inspire both participants and their families by immersing them in an environment dedicated to creativity and performance, aligning with Hillside Performing Arts' mission of fostering community engagement and development through the arts.
Hillside Performing Arts Day
Hillside Performing Arts Day at Harlesden Library was a fantastic Bank Holiday event, filled with vibrant performances, engaging workshops for children, face painting, refreshments, and a range of children's services.
It was a wonderful summer finale that brought families together to celebrate creativity and community. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this memorable day!
Saturday 24th August 2024
Launch of THE HPA
Enrichment Programme
Enrichment Program Launch St Petersburg Florida
Hillside Performing Arts international trip to Broadway Arts Dance Academy in St. Petersburg, Florida, in August 2024, served as the official launch of Hillside's new enrichment program.
This immersive experience includes a taster day, where one of our participants engaged in dance classes.
The trip aimed to broaden the artistic skills and cultural exposure by providing a firsthand experience with an internationally recognized academy, setting the tone for future enrichment opportunities.