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SPID Theatre helping to rebuild its community after Grenfell
Kensal House’s SPID has raised £2.6 million to renovate its space on a landmark North Kensington estate. The undercroft of Kensal House is the home of SPID.
Beyond the Brutalism: Stories from the Alexandra and Ainsworth Estate
Watch our youth-led documentary exploring the community spirit and challenges within Camden’s iconic Alexandra and Ainsworth Estate.
Must-see drama sparks burning questions on Grenfell disaster
SPID Theatre is an award-winning youth charity. Specialising in community art on council estates, it has a track record of capturing real-life stories and giving voice to the unheard.
Burning Tower review – show staged responds to Grenfell
The Burning Tower is a show staged on council estate responds to Grenfell. Helena Thompson’s passionate drama is a celebration and defence of social housing.
“The Burning Tower” by SPID Theatre on BBC News London
The play “The Burning Tower” of the SPID theatre is based on testimonies of survivors of the Grenfell tower fire and uses professional actors and local people.
Streets in the Sky: Trellick Tower Takes Center Stage on ITV
Watch ITV News go inside Trellick Tower for SPID Theatre’s immersive play ‘Streets in the Sky,’ exploring the history and community of this Brutalist icon.
“Trellick Tales” on the BBC
Trellick Tower in North Kensington is one of the capital’s most instantly recognizable buildings designed by Erno Goldfinger. Trellick Tales was inspired by Trellick town itself.

