Creative Rise Cornwall is an artist development initiative for early career dance and theatre artists in Cornwall.
Founded in 2025 by Artistic Director Katie Lusby, the programme was created in response to the limited professional opportunities and support available for emerging artists in the region. Through a free six-month programme of intensive training, mentorship, collaboration, and performance opportunities, Creative Rise brings artists together to deepen their practice, build creative networks, and develop sustainable careers within Cornwall.
At the heart of the programme is a belief that emerging artists in Cornwall deserve access to ambitious, high-quality opportunities, and the support needed to stay, create, and flourish within the region.
Watch our mini documentary below to find out more about the project and the inaugural 2025 cohort.
Supporting early career dance and theatre artists in Cornwall
"I am so grateful for the safe community that Creative Rise has formed and has helped me gain confidence in my practice."
Amelie Vaccari, 2025 Cohort
We're taking applications for our 2026 cohort!
Creative Rise Cornwall 2026 is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
The project is also generously supported by our partners AMATA Arts Centre, Falmouth University, and the HUSA programme from Hall For Cornwall.