BLETHER

Blether began in London as a response to the growing closure of ‘third spaces’ - places outside of work and home where people from different backgrounds can gather without the pressure to perform or impress. In an increasingly online and competitive arts landscape, entering creative spaces can feel like a scramble for visibility, recognition and metric-driven success.

Blether takes its name from a Scottish word meaning to talk in a long winded way without very making much sense, and embraces a deliberately silly, DIY approach to art-making. At its core, Blether is about creating environments where people can unmask, step away from their pressures , and reconnect with more instinctive urges to listen, share and be together.

Alongside events, Blether hosts clubs for writers, performers and craft-makers, offering welcoming spaces to experiment, learn new skills and build community through shared creative practice.

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