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Community Residencies

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What we do

We love getting out into our local community and hearing people tell us their stories in their own spaces.  We take time to build trust and break down assumptions about what theatre is and who it is for. We want to reach groups who might not otherwise engage with theatre.

Each project is unique. Creative activities might include song writing, sewing and visual art. We work in close partnership with third sector organisations to make sure we’re meeting the individual needs of participants.

We want to inspire communities to make and share work they are proud of.

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All We Can Do

This project is for women navigating the challenges caused by homelessness, the criminal justice system, addiction and poverty.

Our creative workshops take place ‘in residence’ with frontline service organisations. They offer creative spaces where individuals can explore the issues that impact their lives together.

This work expands our long and rich history of working with women’s groups in the community.

 

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Our projects

Finding hope in creativity at Elder Street and the Chara Centre
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Spotlight on Elder Street and Chara Centre

Finding hope in creativity at Elder Street and the Chara Centre

 

Supporting women at the Lilias Centre through creativity
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Spotlight on the Lilias Centre

Supporting women at the Lilias Centre through creativity

 

Creating positive change for women
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Spotlight on Tomorrow's Women and Martha's Mammies

Creating positive change for women in the criminal justice system 

Browse our Community Residencies galleries

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The Lilias Centre
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A community centre. A large group of people are sitting around at tables and sofas. They are all singing together.
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Tomorrow’s Women/Martha’s Mammies
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Three women are around a table. They are surrounded by art materials. They are looking at something on the table.
A group of women are sitting round a table looking at magazines