WORKSHOP / ARTS / ACTIVISM
Free
Join the four young creators and performers of Strike A Light’s theatre show ‘I stand for what I stand on’ for a workshop session exploring what it means to be a teenage climate activist right now and how theatre can be used as a tool for activism.
WORKSHOP
Free
Come and dance to the beat of your own drum in our free drumming workshop. Drumming together is one of our most ancient forms of music and community gathering, and taking part in drumming sessions can have huge benefits. It can reduce stress, boost our immune system, exercise our brains, improve our mood AND connect us deeply with our fellow drummers.
WORKSHOP / ONLINE
Free
The old model of hero leadership, hierarchy, and 'command and control' no longer work. As we collectively face big issues like climate change and social inequality, we each have an opportunity to step up and lead. Join us in this FREE online Zoom workshop led by Betsy Reed to learn some skills and get inspired... about yourself!
WORKSHOP / FAMILY / CRAFT
Free
Come and have a go at making your very own stop motion animation film using entirely natural materials. Create a character, set the scene, and animate your story using leaves, twigs, pinecones, and other bits of nature. This is for all budding animators and artists of any age and ability.
WORKSHOP / ONLINE
Free
In this very special free online bootcamp workshop via Zoom, wellbeing and activism expert Betsy Reed will guide you through techniques to avoid burnout and nurture ourselves so we can each make a difference in a way that's personally sustainable and fit for an uncertain future.
WORKSHOP / DANCE / MUSIC
£12.00
Are you ready for a folk revival fit for the future? Then this workshop is for you. Morris dancing has been seen as a dated pastime, but the tradition is undergoing a radical change. All female morris dancing side Boss Morris is inviting you to join them to discover the delights of this land inspired folk dance through this energetic workshop.
ART INSTALLION / WORKSHOP
Free
These psychedelic, man-sized termite mounds are a celebration of our elders. Far from a bleak interpretation of what it means to be ‘old’, this artwork is a joyful celebration of the elderly as mythical beings, and magical treasure troves of colourful stories and countless birthdays. Including drop-in creative workshops all weekend.
CRAFT / FAMILY / WORKSHOP
Free
Join local arists Talking Birds for some family-friendly drop in activities. Together we'll explore and imagine a better Coventry - starting with the streets that you live in and your local neighbourhood.
WORKSHOP
Free
How can fictional visions of alternate or future societies offer hope and drive change? Why do authors and filmmakers – and readers and viewers – turn to the idea of utopia? This free interactive workshop will explore how we can use creative writing to imagine better. Everybody welcome from ages 11+ - come prepared to write and try out new ideas; no previous writing experience needed!
ART / WORKSHOP
Free
Join the Herbert and the Courtauld Gallery in a free workshop to explore a group of remarkable drawings by artists who have pushed the boundaries of what it means to draw. Taking inspiration from our Radical Drawing exhibition we are running a drop in workshop for all ages and abilities to delve into the creative potential of drawing and have a go at creating their own.
WORKSHOP
Free
Come and dance to the beat of your own drum in our free drumming workshop. Drumming together is one of our most ancient forms of music and community gathering, and taking part in drumming sessions can have huge benefits. It can reduce stress, boost our immune system, exercise our brains, improve our mood AND connect us deeply with our fellow drummers.
