Healing Arts is a global campaign by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab in collaboration with the World Health Organization
Here you can find events that took place such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.
19 August 2024
Hunterhill Care Home , Blackford Road, Paisley, PA2 7EN
As part of a multiweek residency, a duo of musicians take high quality live music to care home residents and staff in the comfort of their own environment. The performances allow for elements of participation including clapping, singing, and dancing. The musicians also take requests from the residents, ensuring a good mix of repertoire so there is something for everyone!
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22 August 2024 5:30PM-7PM
Lyra Artspace, Niddrie Mains Terrace, Edinburgh, EH16 4NT
Through panel discussion and performance, discover how Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity collaborates to create tailored art experiences for children in isolation in hospital and watch a dance performance from Step Out.
10:30AM-12PM 24 August 2024
Online
This 90-minute workshop will offer a gentle introduction to creative writing for wellbeing using a variety of carefully selected texts for writing prompts and discussions. The main focus of the session will be to create a safe and supportive space for participants with the reassurance that there is no wrong or right way to be creative.
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18:30, 21 August 2024
Tramway, 25 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE
A beautiful and uplifting concert to celebrate Healing Arts Scotland week performed by artists from Glasgow and beyond, both professional and community based.
22 August 2024 17:00 - 18:30
The Pavilion Cafe Edinburgh, Edinburgh Meadows, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH9 1JZ
Discover a mindful and fun movement session with Bronwyn Tutty, a spirited, grounded movement teacher and coach. Using music and gentle guidance, Bronwyn helps you connect with your body, celebrate your essence, and find strength to shine through life's ups and downs.
22 August 2024 11:30AM-1:30PM
Dance Base, 14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH12JU
A celebration of Dance for Parkinson’s at Dance Base, for anyone interested in taking part and learning more about the project. This practical dance and movement session will be taught by Dance for Parkinson’s specialists and will focus on key elements of this established methodology.
16:00, 19 August 2024
Scottish Parliament
The Healing Arts Scotland Opening Celebration event took place outside the Scottish Parliament at 4pm on Monday, 19th August, as part of the Edinburgh International Festival and Festival of Politics, featuring over 250 performers and participants from across Scotland.
22 August 2024
Aberdeen
Healing Arts Scotland came to Aberdeen University, NHS Grampian, and a range of arts organisations based across the city, leading a day of performances, workshops, and events.
All Day 21 August 2024 |
25 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE
Healing Arts Scotland in Glasgow brought together communities, researchers, and academics to celebrate and debate the role of the arts in health.
January-August 2024
Scotland Wide
Designed and delivered by the International Teaching Artists Collaborative (ITAC), the ITAC Relay is a chance for participatory artists working in Arts and Health contexts to connect and collaborate on a 6-month national activation leading into Healing Arts Scotland Week.