Phoenix Cultural Centre CIC
It is a combined effort of community will for a non-affiliated place for everyone to rise. An inclusive space to do new things, support the work of community members and groups to increase the impact of their work. Offer & host workshops, gigs, wellbeing & training opportunities and signposting. We are now at our new site at 32 Goldsworth Rd Woking GU21 6JT which also houses our Fiery Bird Live Music Venue for original innovative live music of many genres, we have the space to grow our vision for Woking’s music, arts and culture.
Empowering Communities Through Action
Empowering Communities Through Action
“We are committed to fostering community cohesion and ensuring that cultural experiences are accessible to all community members of all ages.”
— Elaine McGinty Founder
Fiery Bird Venue
The Fiery Bird is run by the Phoenix Cultural Centre and is Woking’s only grassroots music venue. We are a member of Music Venues Trust and are working hard to bring a programme of live music and events to Woking for the community to enjoy.
We run weekly Open Mic events, offer our venue for hire and run workshops alongside a programme of live music, comedy and other art forms featuring local, national and international performers.
You can find us in Woking Town Centre next to the Fire Station and nearby Woking Train Station, Shopping and other attractions in the town. We have free on-site parking which generally opens 60 minutes before an event starts.
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A platform for excellent new, original music from many genres, well loved artists and the artists of the future.
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For people at every stage of their performing journey, whether nervous beginner, seasoned writer trying out new work or connecting with new audiences, in a welcoming & encouraging space.
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Always welcome at our general open mics plus we run specific spoken word events ourselves & in partnership with specialist promoters.
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From our open mics and working with promoters working with emerging talent developing an audience and established household names trying out new material.
Our Board
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Elaine McGinty
FRSA – CEO/Founder
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Joe Buckley
AATQB – MD/Founder
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Suzanne Akram
Director
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Andy Edmeads
Director
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Justin Coll
Director
Our Partners
