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Puppet Making Workshop
Handmade Nottingham, 8 Kings Walk, NG1 2AE
1st November, 10am-1pm
@CreationsbySidnee next puppet making workshop will be at Handmade Nottingham.
each ticket includes:
⭐️a puppet making starter kit
⭐️all materials provided (glue, scissors, fabric etc)
⭐️lots of things to decorate your puppet with (wool, felt, pompoms, buttons etc)
⭐️and lots of cute outfits to dress your puppet in!
bring a friend and have some creative fun or have a solo date bringing your imagination to life!
Vehdance Carnival Class
Mon 14th Sep – Mon 30th Nov 2026, 6-7:30pm
Fabric Dance, Space 2
East Midland Dance Artist Network Open Class is contemporary based, although those practicing other styles are welcome. An inclusive class where options/adaptations are given for those who wish to attend.
Having some practical contemporary dance experience is ideal, the class is primarily aimed at dance professionals working in the industry, as well as across a wide range of creative disciplines, and those in professional training.
EMDAN’s programming for this class enables a pool of artists to lead class, normally for a two-week block. EMDAN also aim to programme at least one guest artist each term; either a company who is touring/ performing in the East Midlands or a practitioner with a specific skill set that is of particular interest to the EMDAN network.
This enables the East Midlands dance community to experience class with a wide range of talented artists across a variety of practices and styles.
£8 per class
Find out more and book a class here
Writing At Rendezvous
Presented by Ashfield Creates
2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th September | 6pm
Cafe Randezvous, Sutton-in-Ashfield
Have you always dreamed of becoming a poetic writer? Would you like to connect with fellow writers across Ashfield? Got something you’d like to share?
Look no further, find your words with Sue Allen!
These detailed poetry sessions led by Sue Allen will be an exploration of poetry with each session covering a different area of expertise as outlined below:
Outline of sessions:
1. Poetry writing based of person. Exploring self-identity using examples from existing work and discussion.
2. Poetry writing based on place. Exploring relationships to local area and favourite places, using existing examples and discussion.
3. Ekphratic writing based on existing art and objects. Exploring connections and reactions to other art forms, using physical objects and photographs.
4. The natural world. Creating poetry exploring nature and the environment, using examples and discussion.
5. Showcase: To give a safe friendly environment in which to experience performance in front of a small audience.
Open Space Directors Workshop
Nottingham Playhouse, Neville Studio
Wed 28 Oct, 10am – 5pm (The day will run 10am – 1pm with a lunch break and then 2pm – 5pm.)
Hosted by Beccy D’Souza (Artist Development Producer) and Andy Routledge (Amplify Associate) this will be an open space workshop day of exploring the landscape and how we might change it for theatre Directors in the region, at all stages of their careers. You manage the agenda, we provide the space and the facilitation.
You can read more about what Open Space sessions are for here: https://openspaceworld.org/wp2/what-is/ and how they work here: https://www.communityplanning.net/methods/open_space_workshop.php
This event is FREE for Amplify Members. Find out more about Amplify Membership.
Collage N’ Cocktails
Every other Wednesday
Get ready to unleash your inner artist while sipping on cocktails at Collage N’ Cocktails – a creative night you won’t want to miss!
Come join us at The Carousel on July 1st, 2026 at 7:00 PM for a fun-filled evening of collage making and cocktails! Let your creativity flow as you create unique collages while sipping on delicious drinks.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for everyone. Grab your friends and make it a night to remember!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to unwind and get creative. See you there!
Gallery Art Group
Saturdays 19 September – 17 October & 7 November – 5 December
Visual Arts Studio, Lakeside Arts
See your creative expression flourish! Our Associate Artists will take their inspiration from our current exhibitions programme to lead workshops that explore materials, develop art skills and technique whilst building confidence in a relaxed and sociable environment.
Meet like-minded peers, build your GCSE or A-level portfolio and/or work towards an Arts Award qualification – all in a relaxed and sociable environment.
This workshop is designed for children to enjoy independently. Parents and carers, feel free to relax in our lovely cafés or explore our galleries while the kids get creative.
For ages 11-18
NOTTDANCE
Nottingham College – City Hub
Hofesh Shechter Company Workshop (for ages 13 to 17)
Led by Hofesh Shechter Company, the workshop is an opportunity to explore the Company’s distinctive movement style. The workshop will include a full warm up and use repertoire and imagery from Hofesh’s critically acclaimed work, From England with Love, to explore his creative process.
Ticket price: £3
BFI Film Academy Alumni: Case Studies & Network Sign-Up
Explore inspiring stories from regional alumni and see where their BFI Film Academy journey has taken them.
If you’ve taken part in a Midlands BFI Film Academy Short or Specialist Course, join our alumni network by signing up to the database – gain access to exclusive opportunities and stay connected with future prospects. Check out here.
Scars and Wounds SFX Workshop
Saturday 10th October, 14:00
Broadway Cinema
Join us for a fascinating afternoon exploring the world of practical SFX. Facilitated by Steve Best of award-winning studio FakeUp, who will share his experience and expertise of silicone and gelatine prosthetics.
We’ll explore creation of prosthetics and props for film and TV, followed by a hands-on demonstration of the application of scars and wounds.
We’ll see how to prepare, apply, blend, and colour the pieces, and then have an opportunity to get stuck in ourselves learning to apply 1-2 pieces each, all supported by Steve.
The cost includes all the required materials, including the prosthetics, adhesive, blender and paints.
This course is suitable for those 18+
Film Hub Midlands
Film Hub Midlands regularly update their site with different resources, opportunities, courses and awards/prizes you can get involved with.
There’s a wide variety of activities and events for everyone aspiring to work in the film industry so don’t miss out.
Find out more
Amplify Co-Working Sessions
Nottingham Playhouse
22 July, 10am
For creatives who have work to be getting on with but like being around other people doing the same, Company is booked out for AMPLIFY members from 10am-5pm. We’ll provide tea and coffee. Come along for a check in first thing, and we’ll have an end of day accountability check in for those that want it. Or just drop in when it suits you – even if just to say hello.
In cosy corner, we have the Play Library up and running, so if you have any plays you’d like to re-home and gift to the theatre community, please bring them along – and of course feel free to take a play or two home with you to bring back another time.
Free | £5 suggested donation
Writing For (your own) Performance
Playhouse Nottingham
Wed 16 Sep, 4-6pm
A workshop for actors who want to write and writers who want to act.
What’s the process of putting your own words on a page and then bringing them to life on stage? Award-Winning writer and performer, Nathan Queeley-Dennis explores how to write work that feels authentic to you, and how to find the freedom in performing it.
Through exercises and discussion, you’ll begin to develop your voice on the page and explore the changes when you say your words aloud and connect with an audience. Whether you’re starting with a new idea, developing something you’ve already written, or have never written before and want to scratch that itch, this session will help you find the spark in your writing and bring it to the stage.
This event is FREE for Amplify Members. Find out more about Amplify Membership.
Cool Company Dance and Movement Workshops
Mon 21 Sep – Mon 14 Dec, select Mondays, 2pm-4pm
venues: Fabric Dance and Nottingham Contemporary
Cool Company is a dance improvisation ensemble for people aged 55 and over based between The Space at Nottingham Contemporary and Studio 1 at Fabric. Referencing our current exhibitions, the group explore and develop relationships between visual arts, mixed media and movement. Key to these workshops is the integration of social and creative elements which empower the work of the group. Cool Company is an established and welcoming group. Workshops are facilitated by Deane McQueen, professional choreographer/ director and Backlit Gallery studio artist.
No previous experience is required.
To find out more and how to apply click here
Collage with Kaz: Artist Roadshow
Presented by Ashfield Creates
8 September at ATTFE Community Hub from 11:00
21 September at Ashwood Centre from 9:30
28 September at Hucknall Library from 13:00
30 September The Gallery, Jacksdale from 10:30
Join our welcoming collage workshop, a relaxed creative space where anyone can explore the joy of cutting, layering, and assembling images to tell visual stories. In this artist led session we will focus on the theme of “Summer to September “.
Reflecting on this title, you will have the opportunity to create your own collaged postcard (which you could send to friends or family) using found magazine images and various other papers.
Guided prompts will help spark ideas, but there will also be freedom to play and follow your own inspiration if you wish.
Whether you are completely new to collage or looking to refresh your creativity, this workshop offers a friendly environment to connect with others, slow down, and create a unique collaged piece to take home.
All materials will be provided, just bring yourself.
Cold Reads
Nottingham Playhouse
Mon 14 Sep and Mon 26 Oct, 6.00pm – 9.00pm
Writers and actors, a chance to get together and read some scenes.
A chance to get together and read a new play.
Cold Reads is an opportunity for actors and writers to come together, to read a brand new draft of a script out loud for the first time. Come along for an opportunity to perform, practice your cold reading skills and feedback on writing, or just listen to a new work by a local writer, whilst networking with other local theatre artists.
Producers, directors and other theatre makers are also welcome to attend. If you do not wish to read there will be an opportunity to ‘opt out’ at the beginning of the session.
The next Cold Reads Workshop are: Moved by Tony Graves on Mon 14 Sep and A Sacred Disease by Dan Lovatt on Mon 26 Sep
This event is FREE for Amplify Members. Find out more about Amplify Membership.
Corked Jar Terrarium Workshop
The Watered Garden
Thursday 24th September – 6pm, Sunday 4th October – 1pm
This is our most popular workshop, and for good reason. You’ll make your own closed terrarium in a classic corked jar, layered with soils and substrates, moss and handpicked plants to create a little self-contained world that looks great on a shelf and barely needs looking after.
Terrariums are brilliant for anyone who loves plants but forgets to water them. Once they’re set up, they look after themselves. During the workshop, we’ll guide you through the whole process, from layering substrates to planting and styling your finished jar.
Our workshops are hands-on, relaxed, and something a bit different compared to your usual afternoon out. If you’re after something creative to do in Nottingham, this is a great place to start. And don’t forget, workshop participants get a 10% in-store discount on the day of your class.
Beading on a Loom Workshop
Sat 12 September (2:00PM – 5:00PM)
The Bead Shop
Join Steph for our Beading on a Loom workshop. In this class you’ll learn how to make your own bracelet on a Beadalon Jewel Loom.
All the beads and thread are provided for the workshop. You’ll get to take home your finished bracelets. Jewel looms will be provided for use in the class, with the option of buying it at the end of the workshop. We know some participants will already have one which is why this is optional. There will also be an accompanying hand out to take away with you as well. We’ll be using size 8 Preciosa seed beads on the Beading on a Loom Workshop. We have a wide range of colours to choose from. So we’re sure you’ll find just the right combination that you love. You’ll learn how to set up the loom with warp threads and how to start the bead weaving with weft threads. You’ll be shown how to use the handy slide end connectors to create a lovely professional finish to your bracelet. We have pre-prepared designs available to use for your bracelet as well as blank templated to design your own.
If you usually wear glasses or use a magnifier for close work please do bring them along with you as sone of the beads used are quite small.
Refreshments are provided and you’ll be given a 10% off voucher for use in store (valid for 1 month). As well as a 50% discount voucher off a tea or coffee from our café (valid for a week).
Cool Company Dance and Movement Workshops
Mon 21 Sep – Mon 14 Dec, select Mondays, 2pm-4pm
Nottingham Contemporary
Cool Company is a dance improvisation ensemble for people aged 55 and over based between The Space at Nottingham Contemporary and Studio 1 at Fabric. Referencing our current exhibitions, the group explore and develop relationships between visual arts, mixed media and movement. Key to these workshops is the integration of social and creative elements which empower the work of the group. Cool Company is an established and welcoming group. Workshops are facilitated by Deane McQueen, professional choreographer/ director and Backlit Gallery studio artist.
No previous experience is required.
Workshops will take place on the following dates:
Workshop One
Mon 21 Sep 2pm-4pm
The Space, Nottingham Contemporary
Workshop Two
Mon 12 Oct 2pm-4pm
Studio 1, Fabric
Workshop Three
Mon 2 Nov 2pm-4pm
Studio 1, Fabric
Workshop Four
Mon 16 Nov 2pm-4pm
The Space, Nottingham Contemporary
Workshop Five
Mon 30 Nov 2pm-4pm
The Space, Nottingham Contemporary
Workshop Six
Mon 14 Dec 2pm-4pm
Studio 1, Fabric
The cost for the series of workshops will be provided on application. New members can confirm payment following the first session.
To book a place or for further information please email membership secretary [email protected]
THRESHOLDS, LIBERATING NARRATIVES: EXPLORING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Djanogly Gallery, Lakeside Arts
Wednesdays 16, 23 & 30 September, 7 & 14 October, 6.30pm
Reflect on your own photographs through the lens of the LagosPhoto exhibition.
Over five weeks, develop new ways of thinking about your own work and grow your understanding of the history of photography.
This workshop is not suitable for beginners. 18+
This course has been designed by Daniel Wheeler and Dr Mark Rawlinson, Associate Professor of Art History at the University of Nottingham, founders of Sequence, The Nottingham Centre for Photography and Social Engagement.
NextGen Hub Nottingham
Introducing NextGen Hub!
Calling all young creatives in Nottingham and surrounding areas! We’re excited to unveil Next Gen Hub, a brand-new series of sessions just for you!
What’s in store?
• Songwriting & Spoken Word Masterclasses: Unleash your creativity and craft your own music.
• Event Management Skills: Gain the know-how to lead and organise a fantastic festival event this summer!
• Wellbeing & Relationships: Explore how to nurture your mental health and build meaningful connections.
• Voice Work & Tone: Improve your singing skills with expert guidance.
• Dance & Relaxation: Find your rhythm and unwind through movement.
Session tutors will be revealed soon! Stay tuned for more details on the experts who’ll be guiding you through each session.
A huge thank you to Near Neighbours Nottingham for funding our inclusive creative project especially designed in consultation with young people at Community Recording Studios (CRS) in Nottingham.
📢 Stay Tuned!
More details on how to sign up and get involved are coming soon. Keep an eye out for updates and get ready to join the creative journey!