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Declaration
by Art with Hearttheatre
Declaration is a riotous celebration of life as a square peg in a society of round holes; a curious, colourful and candid look at ADHD, Ment
about the production
Instinctive, curious, bold and bouncy; Sarah is a mighty proud square peg, which wouldn’t be such a problem if the hole wasn’t so damn round. Sarah grew up feeling different. Her childhood Doctor thought it was sugar. Her current Doctor thinks its ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder). Sarah still feels different, so what will a label do? Declaration examines when we want, need or are forced to declare our differences, and the faces we wear to fit in. With autobiographical storytelling, comedy and conversations with audiences, Declaration takes you on vibrant and daring adventure.
about the artist
Art with Heart are a not for profit CIC creating Performance, Participation and Education projects locally and nationally. We focus on encouraging and engaging women, young people and isolated communities in the arts. We are performance makers, workshop warriors and education explorers whose projects pop up in theatres, museums, community centres, schools; and occasionally on trams! www.artwithheart.org.uk
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stage dimensions
width: 3 metres
height: 1 metre
depth: 3 metres
Staging: In the round. Declaration is rather special in the round. Take a look for yourself here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/144793164@N02/28053187121/
Playing space: 3m x 3m minimum (some flexibility)
Projection: Requires projection on 2 sides. We can provide projectors.
Age Guidance: 14+
Availability: Single or multiple night runs
We develop bespoke AD plans for venues. Theatre audiences: new, interactive, contemporary theatre, comedy, storytelling. Specialist audiences: Mental Health/ADHD support groups, Medical, Social and Educational Professionals, adults, parents, carers with/of ADHD.
http://www.artwithheart.org.uk/declaration-guest-blog-2-james-woods-ellesmere-port/ "Firstly, let’s not beat around the bush, it was brilliant. The program was filled with information about ADHD with some wonderful cartoons, they had a safe space with drinks, biscuits and well-being activities which was run by a mental health practitioner. Art with Heart really thought this through by taking advice and making sure everyone had a what they needed. Also the set looked like my bedroom, coincidence,I think not.
"A level of empathy and understanding that smashes apart stereotypes and stigma."
"Emmott's energy fizzes throughout the space"
"Sarah’s effervescent presence fills the performance space; animated but vulnerable; brave and funny."
Performances are interactive with audiences and therefore more relaxed in format. We provide a Wellbeing Room called SPACE open before, during and after with a trained Mental Health Support Worker. This allows the performances to be more accessible for those with mental health difficulties. http://www.artwithheart.org.uk/do-we-need-space/
Wellbeing Room: We provide a quiet, safe space for audiences who need to ground themselves after the performance. Biscuits, brews and colouring are provided by a trained Mental Health Worker, and advice materials are on hand. Pictures here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/144793164@N02/28053159131/
Workshops: Various workshop packages available for community / youth / eduction groups and emerging artists - costs TBC.
To be arranged with the venue directly. Guarantees preferred. Will be part of an Arts Council England G4A.
