Upbeat Arts is a community where people find connection, confidence and belonging.

Through our choirs and creative writing groups, we bring adults living with mental illness together in a safe, welcoming environment.

Each week, our spaces fill with voices, laughter and shared moments. People arrive as strangers and, over time, become part of a community where they feel seen, supported and valued.

Our programs are led by professional artists and supported by a caring team, creating spaces where people can participate at their own pace and feel part of something meaningful.

The creative arts are our tool, but human connection and kindness is at the heart of all we do.

No experience is needed. There are no auditions, and no pressure to perform. You are welcome exactly as you are.

Many of our members describe Upbeat Arts as the reason they get out of bed, and as a vital part of their week.

If you are looking for a welcoming community, a creative outlet, or a place to feel part of something meaningful, you are in the right place.