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2Funky Arts (2FA) is a not for profit social enterprise. We develop, design and deliver a range of creative projects both locally and regionally, as well as providing high quality creative learning programmes for young people.  Our new youth Base, in Leicester City Centre, is a hub for creativity, career and artist development, inspired by youth and music culture.

Latest News

Arun Ghosh Quintet Live @ Y Theatre
15/02/2012

Arun Ghosh Quintet Live @ Y Theatre

"Catch his band on any night of the week and you’ll see what communication in jazz really means. Halfway through their first number he’s already won the audience over. Within seconds everyone is moving and swaying in time to the music while Ghosh, a charismatic figure on stage, throws himself headlong into the music" - Jazzwise Magazine

2Funkys 15th Birthday & SHOP Closing Party...
04/02/2012

2Funkys 15th Birthday & SHOP Closing Party...

That’s right folks! After fifteen years this February, we are closing the doors to our retail outlet. We would sincerely like to thank our customers, from all over the world, in helping us to become one of Europe’s best urban music stores!

Freelance Press Officer Wanted (Part Time)
03/02/2012

Freelance Press Officer Wanted (Part Time)

We are looking for a Press Officer to distribute already written press releases, liaise with local and regional print press and radio, and promote our work online.

Current News

Words without Weapons – Round 2
24/02/2012

Words without Weapons – Round 2

Are you aged 12-19? Into MCing, lyric writing, singing or music production?

Leicesters Best Dance Crew 2012
12/02/2012

Leicesters Best Dance Crew 2012

The sensational urban dance competition comes to Curve Theatre on Sunday 12 February 2012. Leicester and Leicestershire’s most talented crews will battle it out to win the trophy, as well as a stonking £1000, and claim the title of Leicester’s Best Dance Crew 2012.

BBC Supports Young People’s Dance Crew
27/01/2012

BBC Supports Young People’s Dance Crew

Organisers are on the lookout for talented young dancers, aged 13-19, to join 2Funky Dance Crew.

Other News
Calling all young social entrepreneurs!!!!!
06/02/2012

The Mighty Creatives are running an exciting Social Enterprise FREE course for young people during February half term

WAYNE 'G-SPOT' MARSHALL @ Bowstrings, Leicester.
11/02/2012

WAYNE 'G-SPOT' MARSHALL The king of sex & soul Performing his hits "Hump Tonight", "Hot Gyal" & "G-Spot"

Last Laugh Febuary 2012
11/02/2012

Last Laugh returns with an even better line up and the BIGGEST yet. If you only go to one comedy show this year make sure its LAST LAUGH!

MOBO TOUR 2012 Birmingham
22/02/2012

A day-long free event of workshops and seminars from influential industry experts, for free!

soundAFFECTS conference 2012
23/02/2012

soundAFFECTS is a 'must' for anyone who is working with or have a remit to work with children and young people in Challenging Circumstances Including music teachers and facilitators, workshop leaders, local authority personnel and representatives from education, youth and arts organisations.

JOYCE SIMS LIVE IN LEICESTER - SATURDAY 25TH FEBRUARY 2012
25/02/2012

Come and witness Joyce Sims LIVE for the very first time in Leicester at the new million pound superclub Epsilon

Funding of up to £5,000
31/03/2012

Anyone from 11yrs upwards in the UK is eligible to apply for our support. We have helped support inter-generational projects, start sports clubs, assist art and community projects and helped people start their own sustainable social enterprises

Funky Groove Weekender 2012 - Marbella, Spain.
06/09/2012

6 – 10 September 2012 (4 NIGHTS FOR THE PRICE OF 3) ... In the beautiful surroundings of the Sisu Boutique Hotel, Marbella, Spain.

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