Explore and Discover
14, 28 May | 11, 25 June | 9 July
10:30am - 1:30pm
Are you curious about Shakespeare? Would you like to learn more, share what you know and ‘Have-A-Go’ in an informal environment with a like-minded group? No experience or prior knowledge necessary!
The sessions are run by Artistic Directors, Sue Best and Phil Bowen, who have a lifetime’s experience of working with Shakespeare in a professional and participatory context.
The workshops offer an opportunity for all-comers to ‘Have-A-Go’ at Shakespeare in a fun and supportive environment and facilitate discussion around the themes of the plays in both a historical and current context.
£7 per session | No Booking Required
Have-a-go Shakespeare
Wednesday 27 May
10:30am - 12pm
Join us in the gallery for an inspiring morning of arts and crafts, where imagination takes centre stage.
Children and families will have the chance to experiment with a variety of materials and techniques - from painting and collage to mixed media and textured crafts - all in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Our friendly team will be on hand with guidance and creative prompts to help spark ideas and encourage exploration.
Tickets £7 | Age 6 - 11yrs
Kids Creative Workshop
Wednesday 1 July
Morning Session 10am - 12:30pm
Afternoon Session 1:30pm - 4pm
Come along and learn the skills of this ancient art. Delia will show you how to create a beautiful mosaic piece focusing on the theme of the Wye River and nature.
There will be mosaic tiles, ceramics, glass and beads available but please bring along any cherished or chipped china, beads, jewellery, stones or shells that you wish to include in your design and learn how to create a new work of art. Bring a design if you wish or guidance is available on the day.
Tickets: £25 (all tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee)
Mosaic Workshop (Adults)
Mini Beast Pebbles - Kids Workshop (7 - 11yrs)
Wednesday 5 August
10am - 12pm
Our Wye river and banksides support the tiny but important 'mini beasts' as part of a bigger ecosystem. Dragonflies, mayflies, snails, beetles, bees and more.
Paint your own mini beast in our pebble painting workshop.
Workshop Practitioner: Emmeline Thrower - Emmeline is a multidisciplinary artist living near the river Wye. Working with nature finds and repurposing 'rubbish', she loves to celebrate the simple beauty of nature in her work.
Tickets £5 (all tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee)
Toilet Roll Birds - Kids Workshop (7 - 11yrs)
Wednesday 19 August
10am - 12pm
Many birds rely on the river Wye for habitat and food including kingfishers, dippers and grey wagtails.
Make your own 'Wye Bird' with toilet roll tubes, paint and glue in our fun workshop.
Workshop Practitioner: Emmeline Thrower - Emmeline is a multidisciplinary artist living near the river Wye. Working with nature finds and repurposing 'rubbish', she loves to celebrate the simple beauty of nature in her work.
Tickets £5 (all tickets are subject to a £1 admin fee)
