There had been fears that London Bubble would be forced to close because of the loss of its regular Arts Council funding - but this development means that the company can deliver a new programme entitled Creative Theatre which will provide a strong base from which to seek alternative funding.

London Bubble's resident Youth Theatres, Adult Drama Groups and Bubble Band will continue as planned.

The programme for 2008-2009 also includes the Creative Literacy and Speak Out projects, already running in primary schools across south east London, and a new ReAct forum theatre project which will run in secondary schools.

The summer of 2008 will see Urban Dreams, a major project that will involve a huge cast of participants of all ages.  This project will culminate in public performances at open-air venues across south east London.

Jonathan Petherbridge, London Bubble's Artistic Director, said "the proposed programme, entitled is inclusive and transformative. It offers a number of entry points - from 5 years old upwards, from newcomers to experienced theatre makers.  It offers a route for children and young people to move through a range of experiences, to qualify for an Arts Award, gain skills and to work alongside adults as equals. At the end of each year we will be holding a conference to examine and promote the benefits that theatre making holds for individuals and communities - hopefully we can bring the work we, and others like us, do, to a wider audience".

The values underpinning the programme will lead to special theatrical events that are rooted and powerful.  Experienced and emerging theatre makers will work with a cross-section of the community to make theatre that has an aesthetic markedly different to that offered elsewhere. 

London Bubble thanks all of its supporters for their help over the last few months.  Their many letters and messages of protest have made a huge difference and have helped to ensure the survival of the company.