A physical theatre work that explores how a human life is structured through systems of repetition, instruction, and control. Choreographer / Director: Zhu Yifeng Performers: Madeline Squire, Cai Wenhao, Pang Zhichu With thanks to: Zhang Weiyi, Zhao Maonan (early development support) Delivered explores the expectations placed upon a life from birth. A parcel arrives on… Continue Reading Delivered
Join the DAN team and special Evaluator Dr. Roz Stewart Hall at St Pauls Learning Centre on Thursday 9th July, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, for the DIASPORA! Festival Community Feedback Session. Following the incredible energy of this year’s 2026 festival, this gathering is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others in the community,… Continue Reading Share Your Thoughts on DIASPORA! 2026
“More than a club night, Mass Motion is a vibrant global journey through sound, multifarious, groundbreaking, inclusive and collaborative in equal measure”, – Kaye Dunnings, Creative Director of Shangri-La, Glastonbury Festival Touching down in Bristol for its live debut, Mass Motion brings together DJs and live musicians for a phenomenal night inspired by the philosophy… Continue Reading Mass Motion: “Move Together To Stand Together”
Stretching along the harbourside from Thekla to Underfall Yard, the festival’s refreshed layout turns Bristol’s iconic waterfront into a living stage – packed with back-to-back entertainment, dockside moments and maritime magic. Following the second edition of DIASPORA!, a landmark, not-for-profit festival celebrating cultural diversity, community and creativity produced by Diverse Artists Network, join us to… Continue Reading Diaspora Takeover
As part of our ambitious program of events during our summer exhibition Dance Out – the RWA are delighted to introduce you to a beginner friendly, Anatolian Folk and Dance evening within the beautiful galleries. What can you expect? Learn Anatolian percussion in a 9/8 rhythm including demonstration of different Anatolian percussion instruments Learn an… Continue Reading Anatolian Folk Dance and Song Workshop
Spike Print Fair is a new contemporary print fair bringing together artists, printmakers, illustrators, designers and small presses from across the UK. Presented by Spike Island and Spike Print Studio in partnership with UWE Bristol School of Arts and Centre for Print Research (CFPR). Across three days, Spike Island will transform into a vibrant marketplace… Continue Reading Spike Print Fair
Ballet students at South West Dance Theatre will hear a lot of reference to Cecchetti – this is your chance to really dig your teeth in and find out more about this ballet figurehead, the world he lived in and the ballets he influenced. Aimed at ages 7-12 years old. The day will give a… Continue Reading SWDT summer dance intensive: Cecchetti – Llfe & Legacy
Join Ella McDonald from the BFI NETWORK team at Watershed on Friday 31st July at Arnolfini. Made possible through National Lottery funding, BFI NETWORK collaborates with film organisations and leading cultural venues across the UK to provide short film and early feature development funding, industry-backed professional development and networking support to producers, writers and directors aged… Continue Reading Artists Gathering on BFI NETWORK’s New Free Scheme
For one evening this August, my monthly Bristol Constellation Circle is moving outdoors. We’ll gather together in a beautiful green space in Bristol & we will work with one or two constellations, Places are intentionally limited to help create a safe, connected and held space. Please bring • A blanket or camping chair to sit… Continue Reading Outdoor Nature Family Systemic Constellations
Spend a summer evening at the Dockyards. Fronted by Sisanda Kowalski, Champagne Chateau are bringing a touch of dockside elegance and swing-jazz.
This year at Shambala Festival we’ll host the DIASPORA! project featuring global music, vocal sessions, and interactive rhythm workshops across two dedicated spaces! 🎤The Harmony Yurt: A choral space focused on global songs and shared storytelling through song. 🥁The Melody Yurt: A hands-on, rhythm-focused area where you can try traditional instruments like the Kora, Balafon,… Continue Reading DIASPORA! @ Shambala
We’ll be at Forwards Festival hosting DIASPORA! to present interactive arts and cultural diversity activities, including: Steel drumming workshops Collaborative dance Storytelling and shared cultural activities
