This is a free workshop for artists aged 18+.

The Penguin masterclass will explore creative methodologies, play, ethics, wellbeing and safety in the process of making autobiographical work. Led by theatre-maker and director Amy Golding and performer Hamzeh Al Hussien. Supported by Helix Arts.

This masterclass is a practical workshop with time for discussion and reflection.

This workshop is for artists:

• with any discipline 
• interested in making autobiographical work
• new to autobiographical work and want to find out more
• may be in the middle of a creative process or you might come with lots of experience already
• want an opportunity to reflect on your practice

It will be framed through techniques Amy and Hamzeh used in the making of a theatre show but can be applied/ adapted in any context. 

Everyone who signs up for this workshop needs to have ideally seen the show. If ticket price would be a barrier to you being able to attend the workshop, Helix Arts has an access fund to support you through the cost of your ticket. This is a limited fund, offered via their Artists’ Agency programme. To find out more please get in touch via info@helixarts.com. 

Helix Arts’ is hosting this masterclass as part of our ambitions to support artists and provide pathways for people from their starting point. 

Lunch and refreshments will be provided throughout the day.

When you sign up and complete the participation form, there will be opportunities to share any access requirements. We will do our best to accommodate any requests or alterations for access.