Entelechy Arts is a participatory arts company based in south east London. Entelechy works with people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to produce high quality theatre, music, dance and video events and performances.
The company is skilled in creating work which brings together people who wouldn’t usually meet.
Entelechy's world is made up of four interconnected zones or spaces of creative activity. Each has a clear function in supporting the artistic journeys of our participants, artists, audiences and partners.
Home Space

Where People of similar backgrounds meet to give form to their ideas, interests and needs
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Shared Space

Encounters between different participant groups and their peers which offer a safe arena in which to reflect on experience and exchange ideas.
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Performance Space

Platforms for Entelechy practitioners to share their art with audiences within and beyond their local neighbourhoods.
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Featured project
A 21st Century Tea Dance
Entelechy’s legendary Tea Dance returned on the theme of LOVE on 25th October 2011. From khatak dance to heartbreaking poetry, the joy of jive and indie rock, it had something for everyone to fall in love with. Curated by our team of older artists and hosted by the inimitable Ida Barr.
“It’s a great inspiration to show my children and grandchildren what is possible if you put your mind to it”
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