Hafren Box Office 01686 948100

COMMUNITY AND OUTREACH

Community Engagement
Weekly Workshops and Classes at Hafren

Hafren uses the power of the arts to enrich people's lives, making connections to give people an opportunity to discover more about the arts and their own creativity. Engagement work in our local communities has developed at a rapid rate and Hafren now houses an ever growing amount of participation and community led activities that both challenge and inspire.


Details of our current in-house workshops and classes are detailed below.
If you would like further information on our Community Engagement work, please contact
Mel Pettit // Community Engagement Officer - t: 01686 948101 Option 3 | e:

Art In The Community

Community
Art Class Fridays

Friday 10.30am - 12.30pm


Creative art classes run by Machynlleth artist Zoe Mach. Informal, friendly and suitable for all ages and abilities. A Hafren Community Initiative.

Led by Zoe Mach
£5 per person per week
to include tea, biscuits and all art supplies.

Book your place here

Baby and Toddler Group

Sing with your
little one Fridays

Friday 9.30am - 11.15am


Joyful class for tots and their big person. 30 mins singing, movement and percussion for pre-schoolers, 30 mins drink, chat, home-made biscuits, 45 mins tots stay and play while adults chat or enjoy singing themselves!

Led by Charlotte Woodford
Adult £5 | Child £2
Book your place here

Singing and Laughter for Health Fridays

Singing and Laughter for Health Fridays

Friday 12.00pm - 1.30pm


Singing and laughing are fantastic for relaxing you, boosting the immune system and improving your health. This fun and friendly class is open to everyone regardless of whether you can sing. We will chat, laugh, and learn lots of beautiful songs in harmony.

Led by Charlotte Woodford
£5 per week
Book your place here

For more information on the above classes please contact Hafren Box Office on 01686 948100 or email:


Hafren Community Choir

Hafren Community Choir

Monday 6.45pm - 8.45pm

Skilled tuition, inspiring repertoire and plenty of laughter. Sing and feel amazing! Everyone welcome from beginners to experienced singers.

Led by Charlotte Woodford
Contact Charlotte on 07828 413484 or email for more information.

MA Stage School

MA Stage School

Tuesday 4.30pm - 8.30pm

New musical theatre class to inspire and support young people through performing arts.

Led by Melanie Jayne Lee
Get in touch with Mel for more information.

Hafren Community Choir

Arrive & Jive Newtown

Classes will resume in September 2025.

Newtown Jive promises an evening of music, camaraderie, and unforgettable moves. Everyone welcome, whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking for some midweek fun.

£5 per session and second class free!

Led by Stephen Thomas
Contact Steve on 07730 454864 or email


NYP Stage School

NYP Theatre Group

We are a musical theatre group aimed at developing the talents of young performers.
Every Monday
4 - 4.30pm Mini Musical Theatre
4.30pm - 6.30pm Dance and Creative Team
Every Wednesday
4 - 5.30pm Newtown Stage School (6 - 11years)
4 - 7pm Newtown Stage School (11 - 18 years)

Led by Freya Rowlands
Get in touch with Freya for more information.


For further information on forthcoming Hafren Community events, please contact
Mel Pettit // Community Engagement Officer
t: 01686 948101 Option 3 | e:

Feedback from our Community Art Classes:

'BRILLIANT! Zoe is patient, approachable, friendly, supportive. During the lockdowns, these classes kept me in touch with other people who shared the same interests as me. It gave me something else to focus on and a sense of achievement which makes you feel good.' Zoom Participant, Dolgellau.

'I have been coming since the very beginning, it's really helped me. I've tried a lot of creative classes, and this is the only class I have attended that has really inspired me and given me confidence. I can't praise Zoe enough. It's a lovely venue to visit and I've met some lovely people.' Regular participant.

Zoe Mach Community Artist
Lifebulb
MA Stage School
Jones The Dance
Arts Council of Wales
Powys County Council
National Lottery
Community Workshop