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Join us to experience The Sound Hive by Ricebox Studio, Culture Within Newham’s latest public artwork for Newham. On Saturday 27 September The Sound Hive will be popping up at The Festival Hub at the Pump House, as part of the Royal Docks Originals festival.
The Sound Hive is an interactive sound and light installation inspired by the environment, which captures Newham’s soundscape from the point-of-view of our youngest residents.
The artwork follows the adventures of one very special bee, encouraging users to think about recycling and sustainability, while they take part in a collaborative music-making experience.
The Sound Hive is a family-friendly artwork, designed to appeal to young people aged under 11. Children will need a parent or guardian to attend the event with them.
About The Sound Hive
The Sound Hive was developed in collaboration with the Culture Within Newham Children’s Board. Ricebox Studio worked closely with 18 students from Gallions, Rosetta and New City primary schools, who played a key role in shaping the project.
Culture Within Newham set up the Children’s Board to give young voices input into Newham’s cultural and creative offering.
Learn more about the project on The Sound Hive project page.
About Royal Docks Originals
Royal Docks Originals is a series of over 50 free festival events from 15 September to 4 October 2025. Expect show-stopping art, dazzling installations, and world-premieres responding to the theme of Metamorphosis: a celebration of transformation and journeys. All of the Royal Docks Originals events will take place in Newham. Discover the full programme here.
Royal Docks Originals brings together local artists, organisations and communities to co-create a festival rooted in place. The festival is produced by the Royal Docks Team, a partnership between the Mayor of London and the Mayor of Newham.
The Royal Docks team are a supporter of Culture Within Newham’s work with communities.
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