Dancing helps to develop self-esteem and builds team-working and communication skills. It gives people with learning disabilities the opportunity to have regular exercise, be creative, feel more confident and be more independent.
Anjali Dance Company delivers a weekly Open Class during term time for people with learning disabilities.
The Open Class encourages creative expression and provides an opportunity to learn contemporary dance technique and performance skills. There are opportunities each term to be involved in a performance.
The class is open to anyone with a learning disability aged 16 years and over who loves to dance. It also provides an entry point for dancers who would like to join Anjali’s Main Company.
The fee is £90.00 per term.
We offer taster sessions for new dancers. For more information please telephone 01295 251909.
If you have any questions or for further information please contact us.
TIME: Mondays 5.30pm – 7.30pm
VENUE: The Factory, Unit 2, Power Park, Station Approach, Banbury, OX16 5AB
Black Cab Company has always been at the heart of our work; making shows in Hackney since 1976.
Black Cab Company artists are learning disabled and autistic residents of East London, who are passionate about telling unusual stories about everyday life.
Black Cab Company have performed in London venues including Hoxton Hall, Rich Mix, Hackney Showroom and Chats Palace, as well as taking over unusual spaces in East London including Hoxton Street Market and Sutton House.
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Due to Covid-19 we know many people are feeling isolated and scared about the future.
In Spring Back, we will explore different ways to manage anxiety and plan for re-entering the world.
Participants will practice scenarios through role play and then try them out in real life in a safe way.
We will also teach mindfulness techniques and open an accessible discussion in a safe space.
Spring Back sessions are led by Helen and Adam, alongside a team of volunteers.
Spinning Wheel is a sensory movement and music project for adults with complex needs.
We use music and movement to create sessions that bring enjoyment, engagement and creativity and promote communication and partnership between participants and carers.
Spinning Wheel sessions are currently taking place online as 1:1 Zoom workshops. Our expert facilitators provide movement and music activities via Zoom, as well as training carers and family members in Spinning Wheel techniques to use at home.
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As well as improving your acting skills, you will have a chance to learn about script writing, make props, costumes and scenery.
We meet in Leominster every Friday from 9.30.a.m. - 3.30.p.m.
In this group you will learn all about acting and different styles of drama.
You will work with the other actors to devise original material by sharing ideas and participating in workshops to explore and improve your skills.
You can stay in this group or possibly move on to one of the other groups if this best suits your interests, ability and needs.
As well as learning about acting and drama, you will build your confidence and social, practical, work and life skills.
We meet on Thursdays in Leominster from 9.30.a.m. - 3.30.p.m.
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If you love musical theatre, singing, dancing, comedy and sparkle then the Chilli Beans are the right group for you. Get involved...
Days: Monday and Friday
Location: Wilditch Centre
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If you love acting, physical theatre, performing and don't mind a bit of hard work, then the Electric Beans are right for you. Get involved...
Days: Monday and Wednesday
Location: Wilditch Centre
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If you enjoy drama, having a laugh, being creative and performing on stage then The Baked Bean Players is the place to be!
Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Location: Wilditch Centre
Dedicated SEND Group (12-25)
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