The creative arts endured more than a fair share of strife during the pandemic, so to see The Black Cherry Theatre Cafe emerging stronger is an incredibly inspiring sight.

Rachel Maddix and Jon Davis have created a hub which serves not only local audience members, but catalyses national opportunities for creatives in the BCP region.

We hear from Rachel and Jon on episode 5 of our mini-series, and hear how they’ve used grant funding to grow a unique theatre community in the heart of Boscombe and beyond.

This episode covers:

• How The Black Cherry works closely with other creative organisations for collective benefit to the community


• Their assistance to local creatives as a physical hub throughout the pandemic and beyond


• Access to art for both audience members and those aspiring to enter performing arts


• Work with the National Theatre to become their writing hub for the South

Rachel Maddix: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-maddix-71b0a530/

Jon Davis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-davis-81b860234/

The Black Cherry: https://www.theblackcherry.co.uk/

BCP Council: https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/

Councillor Philip Broadhead: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pbroadhead/