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Status: ◉ WANG |  Content report
Maria with a puppet

In this online seminar series, we’ll hear from Community Theatre practitioners from around the world. Every town, every country, and every continent has a unique way of working – what lessons can we learn from across our borders? Through sharing stories, strategies, and successes we hope that this free seminar series enriches your own practice. …

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Three mermaid dolls made from various fabrics and wools

Our associate director, Ingrid Jones, has recently been working with UWE Bristol and Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury to create a play from people’s ‘water stories’ – their experiences of Tewskesbury Floods, the good and the bad. This play – a drama piece about local water resilience and climate change, was been co-created with community members of Tewkesbury. It is a …

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Three people sit around working collaboratively on small bits of paper

Starting in May 2023, Bedminster Poetry Group is a series of twelve sessions for new and experienced poetry writers to try new ways of creating work and a space to share it. You’re welcome to join us for all twelve or just pop in when you can. Bedminster Poetry Group will be a testing ground …

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A digital illustration of a train, a car, a boat, a plane, and a rocket ship all travelling around a countryside scene with a large lake, central. The sky is a red colour.

A mysterious incident brings travel chaos to the airport – all flights are grounded but nobody knows why. The stranded passengers need to leave quickly, and must work together to eventually find their way home and to their loved ones. Pack your bags and let Cornerstone Theatre take you on a journey: by wheel, by …

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Elevate is a scheme run by acta and funded by Paul Hamlyn Foundation and WECA. Over the course of nine months, we will train a core group of practitioners to make high-quality and impactful community-based theatre and arts initiatives. Some of the sessions will be open for all to book on to – we advise …

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Digital illustration: Outline of Bristol with two navigation pin icons atop it. The words 'Pathway' 'Employment' 'Skills' and 'Volunteering' appear.

Pathway is a group that uses fun, engaging and practical creative techniques to help you achieve your goals by mapping a journey for you to follow to education, volunteering and employment. You will also have the opportunity to meet new people, hear from Colleges and Universities, Businesses and Employers, and support each other in your …

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A collaged image of a tree seen through a brick wall with an arch and an open gate

Death. It’s the only certainty there is in life – but when did you last talk about it? acta Company invite you for an evening of reflection as they present ‘When You’re Gone’: an exploration of life, death, love, and grief. We’ll meet a cast of characters who are all affected by death. We hope …

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Three sudanese young women are dressed in traditional clothing for the procession

Sudafest is a celebration of Sudanese culture. Everyone is welcome at Sudafest – Those with Sudanese heritage and those who want to learn more. We‘ll revel in the breadth and vibrancy of Sudanese culture by coming together with music, food, theatre, dance, workshops, a parade, and more! There’ll be something for all ages, with a …

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