Wisdom's Village
- Ages 18+
Writing, performance and well-being circle for women. Share, perform and connect here!
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Location
Damsel Collective
70-72 Kingsland Road London E2 8DP United KingdomRefund Policy
Lineup
Agenda
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Land & root
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Somatic practise led by Coach Play
8:00 PM - 8:10 PM
Break
8:10 PM - 9:00 PM
Writers' showcase performances: Pre-booked performers
9:00 PM - 9:10 PM
Break
9:10 PM - 9:30 PM
Open mic: On the day performers wishing to share
9:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Networking, writers' market & carriages
About this event
- Paid venue parking
Have you ever considered that your writing could be used as a well-being tool, for yourself and others?
Wisdom's Village is a creative circle that welcomes and holds space for female:
- Poets
- Playwrights
- Singer-songwriters
- Storytellers
- comediennes
- columnists
- Musicians
are called to...
Somatic practise
Take part in embodied somatic exercises to bring you into resonance with yourself your body and others in the circle. Coach Play leads the group through activities that support nervous system regulation and grounding of particpants in the space, before we begin sharing or creating.
Performance
Up to 6 writers perform in a the showcase based around this month's theme. Usually there will be 1-2 feature writers performing a slightly longer set.
June theme: How we really feel when someone asks us how we are...
August theme: To be announced - follow @wisdomsvillage on Instagram for updates
To sign up for showcase slot please complete the form linked here. Kindly note that these slots are limited but we endeavour to have open mic slots for others on the day.
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Wisdom's Village is a relaxed, inclusive space for over 18s. No previous experience is needed and you needn't consider yourself a writer. You simply need to be ready to enter this safe space, and savour the goodness of the written and spoken word.
The space is also open to non-performers / showcasers. Come, listen, discuss and enjoy.
This experience forms part of Coach Play's #embodiedagainstburnout creative well-being programme. Designed to support emotional, mental and spiritual well-being, participants are encuraged to sign up for these fun, creative, community building sessions.
Join us, connect & let go!
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you are welcome to attend for just the performance section. You are also encouraged to attend other sections of the evening, to make connections with others.
Yes you may but please note that tickets are cheaper in advance.
Performers are required to purchase a ticket, and they are offered free entry for one guest as a thank you for sharing. Simply submit the guest's name once you have been confirmed as a performer for a given date.
Performers can perform with or without the a mic and stand, provided on the night. Those requiring music to be played are asked to supply the audio files as MP3 no later than three days in advance via email. Please also bring the track on your phone or mp3 player. Musicians advise on needs.
No, Coach Play is an integrative well-being coach that uses arts activities, play and somatic practices to support emotional and mental health. All performers are advised to be mindful of the content of the work they choose to share with respect to the well-being of all attendees.
Unfortunately, our new venue is not yet wheelchair accessible. The ground floor level is accessible from the street via two steps upwards. There is no handrail. The venue is working on accessibility for all patrons, as part of their mid-term goals.