Collaboration at its most creative
Welcome to The Source, a brand new arts venue in Stratford’s up-and-coming cultural quarter. The Source has been created in a partnership between the University of East London and Newham’s Youth Empowerment Service - uniting the university and our vibrant community in Stratford.
The Source of collaboration, creativity and connection
The Source combines an incubator for creative expression and live performance, a youth zone for young people to explore their social and emotional learning, and performance spaces used for learning and hire.
Upcoming events
It’s My Birthday!
The Source Arts Venue, Stratford
Saturday 23 May 2026
An original contemporary dance-theatre work exploring self-worth, visibility & the emotional residue of social conformity by Julian Nichols.
An original contemporary dance-theatre work exploring self-worth, visibility & the emotional residue of social conformity by Julian Nichols.
IAMBAD10 – Celebrating 10 years of Community and Culture
The Source Arts Venue, Stratford
Thursday 28 May 2026
We’re beyond excited to return with IAMBAD10, celebrating a whole decade with our incredible community!
We’re beyond excited to return with IAMBAD10, celebrating a whole decade with our incredible community!
ELTS REP PRESENTS: For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy
The Source Arts Venue, Stratford
Friday 5 June 2026
An acclaimed and powerful contemporary play by Ryan Calais Cameron, performed by the ELTS Rep Company.
An acclaimed and powerful contemporary play by Ryan Calais Cameron, performed by the ELTS Rep Company.
Training Day - Black cinema film nights
The Source Arts Venue, Stratford
Saturday 6 June 2026
The only thing more dangerous than the line being crossed, is the cop who will cross it! USE CODE: 'EARLYBIRDTD4' FOR 50% DISCOUNT!
The only thing more dangerous than the line being crossed, is the cop who will cross it! USE CODE: 'EARLYBIRDTD4' FOR 50% DISCOUNT!
ELTS Presents…Chicken Shop Singers!
The Source Arts Venue, Stratford
Saturday 18 July 2026
By Tameeka Davis and directed by Darnell Shakespeare - a funny, fierce and heartfelt new musical set in a rapidly changing corner of the city.
By Tameeka Davis and directed by Darnell Shakespeare - a funny, fierce and heartfelt new musical set in a rapidly changing corner of the city.
Join our Youth Choir
- When: Wednesdays, 4:30–6:00pm
- Who can join: People aged 14-25
- Where: The Source, Theatre Square, Stratford, E15 1BX
For more information, contact Tristan Parkes at t.parkes@uel.ac.uk.
Our location
The Source, Source Studios (formerly Stratford Circus)
Theatre Square
Stratford
London
E15 1BX
020 8223 3033
The Source is located in the centre of Stratford, a five-minute walk from Stratford station. It is served by national and London Overground rail services, as well as the Central, Jubilee and Elizabeth lines, and the DLR. Bus routes calling at Stratford station include: the 25, 69, 86, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 425, and the D8. Our free inter-campus bus service also calls at USS, our campus, which is next door.