And Still I Rise Midlands Tour And Still I Rise Midlands Tour! 2Funky Arts will be working with In celebration of Black History Month this October, 2Funky Arts is proud to present its annual And Still I Rise showcase, touring across key cities in the Midlands.  This vibrant live event will feature an exciting mix […]

Project LIVE Artist Development Programme   CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF PROJECT LIVE Project Live has been running from 2015-2025 and to mark the occasion, we have invited some of the best artists from previous rounds, to once again take the stage with a live band. This is an event you don’t want to miss! EVENT […]

We Are LC 2Funkys Open Mic THE MIDLANDS NO.1 OPEN MIC NIGHT On Thursday 30th October, we will be holding the next ‘We Are LC’ Showcase and Open Mic night, at 2Funky Complex. We are looking for spotlight artists to headline this event. Radio Opportunities for Spotlight ArtistsAs well as headlining the event, spotlight artists […]

belgrave beats Looking for something fun, active and inspiring for your child this summer?   2Funky Arts is proud to present Belgrave Beats – a FREE summer project for young people aged 11–16, running from 14 July to 28 August.   🕺 Learn to breakdance🎧 Try your hand at DJing🎤 Find your voice with MCing […]

Youth Radio Training developing young people’s skills This project is funded by Children in Need. Get involved in Youth Radio, a 12-week project that will give young people skills in different areas of radio. This project is FREE, aimed at 16-18 year olds and is led by experienced workshop leaders – Vijay Umrao & Bhavik […]

Next Gen Voices Youth Committee ‘2Funky have always worked with young people, teaching, and developing their skills. We believe it is important to give them a platform to speak and express themselves, as they are the future’. -Vijay Mistry ✨NEXT MEETING DATE ✨ THURSDAY 27TH MARCH 2025 | 6:30PM (This will be followed by an […]

Board Members Wanted We are looking for new board members who would like to be part of our exciting team. We would like to hear from all serious board applicants, but particularly welcome candidates from Black, African, and Caribbean backgrounds. Fundraising, technology & sponsorship are key areas for development, and we are an Arts Council […]

National Portfolio Organisation nurturing the next generation of cultural & artistic talent 2Funky Arts is excited to announce that we have been awarded National Portfolio Organisation status for 2023–2026 by Arts Council England. This means that with Art Council’s support and funding, we will be able to work in a more inclusive, and long-term way […]

Radio2Funky Inner city radio Previous Next We are excited to announce that Radio2Funky is now available LIVE on DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting). So, refresh your devices and select Radio2Funky, we are on 95FM & DAB across Leicester. You can find us online via radio2funky.co.uk as well as LIVE streaming via Facebook, YouTube & Twitch. Set […]

Venue Programming CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE 2FUNKY COMPLEX WEBSITE We provide programming for 2Funky Complex, an independent venue complex home to 4 one-of-a-kind venues; 2Funky Music Café, The 2Funky Lounge, 2Funky Street Kitchen and The Lobby. This fantastic multi-purpose venue complex is located in Leicester’s West End, near Narborough Road- ‘one of Britain’s most […]