What’s On

MC Geezer and Troi 'DJ Chinaman' Lee perform at the CRIPtic Pit Party in 2021. MC Geezer raps and signs on stage, while Troi Lee plays music from behind a desk, with his hand raised.

Events

Workshops, writers’ salons, 1:1 advice and networking sessions for everyone.

Connect through Creativity, is a year long programme of practical arts workshops, writers’ salons, 1:1 advice and networking sessions. These are all online, BSL Interpreted, have auto-captions, and are open to deaf & disabled people. Connect and become part of a Creative Community!

We have just received funding for 2024 events, so watch this space for news of upcoming workshops, salons, and ways to connect!

What’s On

Digital graphic with a pink background and white text reading ‘connect through creativity access workers in the arts with Ada Eravama’ In the centre is an image of Ada. Depicted on stage at her solo performance of Fragments. In a sassy pose, dressed in stand out red Jogger set. She speaks towards a tall bright glowing ring light on the right corner of the picture. In the background boxes and suitcases are lit up.

Monday 22nd July 2024, 6:30-8pm

Access Workers In The Arts

with Ada Eravama

Are you looking for an access worker, what do they do, and how do you work with them? Come to this workshop as we demystify what they do, how you can work with them and how they can benefit your arts practice.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
Digital graphic with a purple background and white text reading ‘connect through creativity filmmaking 101 with Mal Fraser’ there is an image of Mal, a person in their 20s with a brunette buzzcut, is smiling at the camera. They are wearing a blue jumper and red glasses. Behind them is the pebble shore of Loch Ness.

Tuesday 23rd July 2024, 6:30-8pm

Introduction to Filmmaking

with Mal Fraser

The first in a series of workshops with Mal Fraser, Filmmaking 101. A gentle exploration into filmmaking using any equipment – from using your camera to putting your film together.

Together in this workshop we’ll begin exploring filmmaking with little equipment, and how we can use film to tell our own stories.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
Pink background with white writing reading "Connect Through Creativity CRIPtic Chats 1:1s with Jamie Hale and an image of Jamie, a white person with red hair and beard looks directly towards the camera with a confident smile. They sit in their electric wheelchair in front of vivid red/orange photographers banner, wearing black jeans, a ribbed black turtleneck and a silver floral blazer. A shock of bright pink and orange eyeshadow brings out their green eyes.

Tuesday 23rd July 2024, 6:30-8pm

CRIPtic Chats

With Jamie Hale, Artistic Director of CRIPtic Arts

Bookable sessions with Jamie Hale, Artistic Director of CRIPtic Arts for creative advice & support. Our advice sessions are open to anyone – whether you are looking to explore your creativity, or build a career in the arts.

Book now
A pink background with white text reading "Connect Through Creativity, How to Write Bad with Beth Westbrook" And with a headshot of Beth, a young white woman with dark brown hair, and a grey top against a outdoor green background

Tuesday 13th August 2024, 6:30-8:30pm

How to Write without Judgement

with Beth Westbrook

The first in a series of workshops with Beth Westbrook, How to write bad. This will be a safe space with minimal pressure so that we can connect with our writing practice and creativity.

Through a series of writing exercises, we are going to try and get rid of perfectionism that can hold us back in writing. We will strip writing down to the very basics and explore ways to be present when writing so that we can make the little voice in our head that tells us we’re awful a little bit quieter.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
Black background with white text reading “CRIPtic Arts 2024 Summer Sharing” and show image of The Acts Image by artist Rachel Gadsden An abstract painting by Rachel Gadsden, showing five figures made of white lines flowing around a stage. From left to right: figure one is an electric wheelchair user underneath a spotlight, mid-movement; figure two stands at the back of the stage with their hands up as if they are signing; figure three is bent double, as if in a bow; figure four, a manual wheelchair user, is mid-movement; and figure five is in a running pose as if moving swiftly offstage. The figures are surrounded by swirling lines of blue representing their movement & stage lighting. The overall feeling is one of vibrant movement.

Thursday 15th August 2024, 7:30-9pm

CRIPtic Arts 2024 Summer Sharing

Free online sharing

Experience new work in development by our Launchpad artists in anticipation of our upcoming show in this online sharing. These pieces, once developed, will be shown at the Barbican as part of The Acts.

2024 Launchpad artists will be sharing work-in-progress style excerpts of the pieces they are developing as part of the programme. These pieces, once developed, will be shown at the Barbican as part of The Acts. This is a chance for audiences to see the work as it’s made, but also to give feedback which will help the work develop.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Integrated AD
  • Rest break

    Please note this event contains swearing, and references to death, loss and cancer.
Book now
Digital graphic with a purple background and white text reading ‘connect through creativity filmmaking 101 with Mal Fraser’ there is an image of Mal, a person in their 20s with a brunette buzzcut, is smiling at the camera. They are wearing a blue jumper and red glasses. Behind them is the pebble shore of Loch Ness.

Tuesday 20th August 2024, 6:30-8pm

Visual Language and Mindfulness

with Mal Fraser

The second in a series of workshops with Mal Fraser, Filmmaking 101. A gentle exploration into filmmaking using any equipment – from using your camera to putting your film together.

In this workshop we’ll creatively explore how we can use our cameras, and how we can use visual language to express ourselves with a focus on mindfulness and self-care.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
Digital graphic with a pink background and white text reading ‘connect through creativity CRIPtic Chats with Caitlin Magnall-Kearns'. In the centre is an image of Caitlin, she is standing in front of a brick wall smiling at the camera.

Monday 26th August 2024, 6:30-8pm

CRIPtic Chats

with Caitlin Magnall-Kearns

A networking event all about writing, breaking into the industry, claiming your space and tips to start your journey.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
A pink background with white text reading "Connect Through Creativity, How to Write Bad with Beth Westbrook" And with a headshot of Beth, a young white woman with dark brown hair, and a grey top against a outdoor green background

Tuesday 3rd September 2024, 6:30-8:30pm

How to Write with your body

with Beth Westbrook

The second in a series of workshops with Beth Westbrook, How to write bad. This will be a safe space with minimal pressure so that we can connect with our writing practice and creativity.

In this workshop, we will dispel the typical, non disabled, writers tips that we have a pressure to conform to, such as the idea you have to write every day. We will explore and discover ways to write that complement our authentically disabled selves, rather than work against it.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
A pink background with white text reading "Connect Through Creativity, How to Write Bad with Beth Westbrook" And with a headshot of Beth, a young white woman with dark brown hair, and a grey top against a outdoor green background

Tuesday 10th September 2024, 6:30-8:30pm

How to Fail at Writing

with Beth Westbrook

The third and final in a series of workshops with Beth Westbrook, How to write bad. This will be a safe space with minimal pressure so that we can connect with our writing practice and creativity.

In this workshop, we are going to dive straight into failure and use a series of writing exercises where the goal is to fail so that we can learn and develop our work further. We will also explore how we deal with failure as artists, how we can use failure to our advantage, and how we can protect ourselves.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
Digital graphic with a purple background and white text reading ‘connect through creativity filmmaking 101 with Mal Fraser’ there is an image of Mal, a person in their 20s with a brunette buzzcut, is smiling at the camera. They are wearing a blue jumper and red glasses. Behind them is the pebble shore of Loch Ness.

Tuesday 17th September 2024, 6:30-8pm

Creating Your Film

with Mal Fraser

The third and final in a series of workshops with Mal Fraser, Filmmaking 101. A gentle exploration into filmmaking using any equipment – from using your camera to putting your film together.

In this workshop we’ll look at how to edit our films with user-friendly software, explore how music and sound can impact your film, and learn basic captioning.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
Digital graphic with a purple background and white text reading ‘connect through creativity Producers with Miranda Debenham'. In the centre is a shot from the 2022 Ramps on the Moon production of Much Ado About Nothing. It shows a scene set in a spa, with characters in robes and masseuse uniforms, and live captioning clearly displayed above the stage.

Monday 23rd September 2024, 6:30-8pm

Producers – who, what and how!

with Miranda Debenham

Have you ever wondered what a theatre producer does? Are you interested in producing work, but not sure where to start? Do you feel like you’re missing part of your team?

This workshop offers an insight into the role of the Producer, covering some key producing skills including project planning, budgeting and fundraising. We will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of working with a producer, and how to find one who fits your work best.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now
Digital graphic with a pink background and white text reading ‘connect through creativity How to Slay with George (the Dragon) Parker', in the centre is an image of George. B&W. George is a white nonbinary drag thing wearing a large green wig with pink pills stuck in it. They have on a stripey white and dark blue sequin suit which is open to reveal nipple stickers. They are in the crowd, pointing at the camera.

Wednesday 25th September 2024, 2-3:30pm

How to Slay with The Dragon!

with George (the Dragon) Parker

Ever wanted to do drag but didn’t know where to start? Join George the Dragon for this fun and fabulous workshop! We’ll consider things like creating a character, storytelling, a brief look at the technical side, the main elements of a drag act, and how to make drag more accessible to suit your needs. By the end, you’ll have the means to create your own drag act! No previous experience required.

Access Information

  • Auto-captions
  • Self Descriptions
  • BSL Interpretation
  • Comfort Breaks
Book now

Supported by

City Bridge Foundation logo
Spread the Word Logo
Arts Council Logo

You may also be interested in

Oli - a white non-binary person - has bleached hair and is dressed in a white tshirt and blue gym shorts. Oli sits on stage, with a blue-washed projection behind them. They have a focused expression and their mouth is slightly open.

Artist Development

Development programmes for deaf and disabled creatives.

Click here →

Funding Application Support

1:1 support for deaf and disabled people applying for funding

Click here →