6:00pm
Join performance maker WilL Dickie as he shares his unique blend of practices cultivated over 20 years of working in live performance across dance, theatre and live art. Be expertly guided through exercises from his training in martial arts, feldenkrais & the suzuki method, before setting yourself free to explore your own movement style in group and solo improvisations inspired by butoh dance, club culture and WilL’s own choreographic style.
Suitable for actors, dancers, movers & makers of any experience level, looking to dive into themselves and play in a supportive, low steaks but high quality workshop environment.
WilL Dickie is an artist based in Liverpool. As a facilitator he has lead professional casts, learning disabled movers & arts students in his practice internationally. His training includes the martial art Kalaripayattu as taught by Director Phillip Zarrilli (US/UK), the Nobbs Suzuki Praxis, as taught by John Nobbs and Jacqui Carrol of OzFrank(AUS), and Butoh Dance, as taught by Tadashi Endo (JP/GER). As a director/choreographer his recent works include Go Call Ur Mother! (by Fabiola Santana) The Secret Garden (Regents Park Open Air Theatre) and Echo in the Dark (Hanna Tuulikki, Hospitalfields Scotland). His recent one man show White Sun has toured across the UK & to Australia. His dance film Canning Town, created with Fabiola Santana, toured internationally & won awards for best film in Romania, Scotland and Portugal. He is also a qualified feldenkrais practitioner.
For more info visit www.willdickie.co.uk
A FREE LGBTQIA+ Creative Wellbeing Event, hosted by Ugly Bucket at Bidston Observatory and supported by The Liverpool Culture Network
28th August 10am-4pm
The day will include;
A gentle workshop, exploring how clown techniques can support our wellbeing.
A shared meal, nourishing both body and soul.
From 2pm onwards you are warmly invited to stay for a campfire, and take in everything Bidston Observatory has to offer. Walk on the hill, explore the domes or find a quiet nook to reflect.
Places are FREE but come on a first come first serve bases. To book your space, email us at uglybuckettheatre@gmail.com
Alongside the Work In Progress sharing of his new play ‘An Absurdist Play Set on A Boat’, Liam will be delivering a workshop exploring absurdism in theatre.
In this workshop we will delve deeper into the use of non-narrative theatre. ‘An Absurdist Play Set on A Boat’ was written to have no traditional structure and contains no direct message or meaning, making it completely open to interpretation. We will explore the text and absurdism in general looking at how one play can encompass a wide range of interpretations that reflect many voices from diverse backgrounds. It will also be a chance to chat to Liam about his process throughout the R&D of his play.
The workshop will be delivered by Liam D. Gillies and Alice Bunker Whitney.
Please let us know in advance if you have any specific access requirements we can support you with.
Join us in Church Square, St Helens for a day of outdoor entertainment the whole family will love!
All absolutely FREE and all absolutely WONDERFUL
Featuring:
Katumba Celebrate diversity, wellbeing and mindfulness with the huge infectious rhythms, bold visuals and serious crowd energy. You’ll be wowed by the performance then have the opportunity to interact and dance as you lose yourself in the rhythm with Liverpool based Katumba.
HUG by Levantes Dance TheatreHUG & HUG EXPERIENCE is a vibrant outdoor contemporary circus theatre performance and living installation that promises to engage audiences in a unique exploration of relationships – between people, objects and the environment that surrounds us.
Through a fusion of aerial dance, physical theatre and striking visuals, the audience is invited to rediscover the power of touch, connection and the simple act of a hug. HUG is supported by Without Walls and commissioned by Ensemble Festival, Brighton Festival, Stockton International Riverside Festival. Supported by Centre 151. Supported by 101 Outdoor Arts Creation Space.
HUG Image Credit – Roswitha Chesher
Learn the basics of Linocut, a beginner friendly process that makes a perfect introduction to printmaking. You will learn how to transfer an image onto your lino, carve your lino blocks and create a small edition of 2-colour prints.
You’ll explore the tools and materials involved, and receive helpful tips and expert guidance from our artist-facilitator to support your ongoing practice at home. This session is ideal for beginners eager to learn the art of linocutting. You’ll leave the workshop with your prints, your original lino blocks and the knowledge to continue the process at home.
£75 (all materials included)
6pm
This workshop introduces the fundamentals of clowning, a form of physical theatre that celebrates playfulness, connection with the audience, and following your creative impulses. Through practical exercises and games, participants will explore the joy of being present, embracing failure, and discovering their unique comic potential.
“Simone Tani is an incredible teacher” – Damien Warren-smith (Garry Starr)
Simone Tani is the co-founder of Teatro Pomodoro (Nordic Fringe Network Award, Brighton Fringe 2017) and i Bugiardini (Sell-Out Award, Edinburgh Fringe 2014). A graduate of École Philippe Gaulier, he has worked in theatre for over 20 years, specialising in mask work, clown, and improvisation. He has led workshops at the University of Chester, National Taiwan University of Arts, LIPA, Hong Kong Baptist University, and numerous arts organisations around the world.
PLEASE NOTE THIS WORKSHOP IS HELD OVER TWO SESSIONS TUESDAY 13TH OCTOBER & TUESDAY 20TH OCTOBER ONE TICKET GAINS ENTRY TO BOTH SESSIONS.
6pm
This workshop will focus on being rather than doing. Through games & impros, we explore the present moment, connecting with ourselves and others. Embracing innocence & wonder, you’ll embark on a personal journey to discover your unique sense of humour & truthfulness, by listening & being receptive.
The Maternal Line: Stories we carry, futures we create
The Maternal Line is a FREE workshop offered as part of Collective Encounters’ creative health programme.
This workshop will explore maternal identity and history. We will work together to imagine brave new ways forward for maternal and parental health. This is your chance to contribute to the development of our new women’s health performance A TURN FOR THE BETTER.
To sign up, email or text Joanne (Associate Artist)
joanne@collective-encounters.org.uk / 07547333574
Our popular Bluecoat Family Weekend returns this August! Join us for two days of FREE family-friendly fun, including creative activities inspired by Debjani Banerjee’s exhibition Jalsaghar.
Suitable for all ages.
Writing Historical Fiction with John Donoghue
John Donoghue is a Liverpool-based author whose first novel, THE DEATH’S HEAD CHESS CLUB was published by Atlantic Books in 2015. The following year it won the Waverton Good Read Award, the only literary prize voted for by the public. The novel explores the extraordinary relationship between an SS officer and a Jewish watchmaker and has been translated into twelve languages. John’s new novel, NOT ALIVE, NOT DEAD is a historical thriller and has just been published by Atlantic Books.
In this workshop, John will cover aspects such as authenticity and voice as well as which sources to use and which to avoid. They’ll be practical exercises to give you a taste of using historical sources to create characters and- as always – lots of opportunities to ask questions. Friday 17th July 2026
11am-1pm
Toxteth Library, Windsor Street, Liverpool, L8 1XF
