Healing Arts is a global campaign by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab in collaboration with the World Health Organization
Here you can find events such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.
22 August 2024 10AM-6PM
Holyrood Park, Queen's Dr, Edinburgh EH8 8HG (by the hedge near Holyrood Palace wall)
An invitation to gather with one another in nature in a durational dance vigil in solidarity with those facing oppression, apartheid, genocide and state violence across the world. Over 8 hours, dancers will take the place of the candle which stays lit during a vigil. Come and be in community with us, as witnesses and / or active participants, to dance / rest / listen / heal / contemplate / connect / question / play / process / breathe together. (Please bring food to enjoy).
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22 August 2024 10AM-4PM
Beach Gallery, Longhope, Island of Hoy, Orkney
Simply spend time being peaceful & calm. Gently sewing overlooking an idyllic quiet beach. Perfect for unwinding, slowing down & feeling refreshed. Inspiration from local nature & heritage. Expert guidance from experienced artist.
1-31 August 2024 6PM
Garden Lobby, The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh EH99 1SP
Hidden Sanctuary - An exhibition of screenprints created as part of an exciting national arts relay by participants with caring roles in collaboration with Bazooka Arts and Glasgow Print Studio.
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11-25 August 11:50AM - 12:50PM
ZOO Playground, High School Yards, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1LZ
make the Bed is a 60-minute solo show that relies on gesture, physicality, and soundscapes as Ariela brings the audience along with her on an anxiety-filled downward spiral. In showing her own struggle with mental illness, particularly anxiety, Ariela wanted to create a piece in whihc other anxious people could see their own experiences reflected. This piece is part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
1-31 August 2024 10AM-4PM
Royal Alexandra Hospital, Corsebar Rd, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA2 9PN
An exhibition of creative responses to the lived experiences of women carers (both paid and unpaid) in the region of Renfrewshire. Artists Audrey O'Brien, Karen Herbison, Kayleigh McGuinness and tsBeall responded to the stories they gathered from the carers with artistic works which are now incorporated into a touring exhibition.
19-23 August 2024
NHS Centre for Integrative Care, 1053 Great Western Road, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G12 0YN
Various creative activities will be offered for people to participate in which will help enhance their appreciation of the environment, create a sense of warmth and community and enable self expression for people attending the service who are living with long term health conditions.
1-31 August 2024, Wednesdays - Saturdays 11AM-5PM
Project Ability, 1st Floor, Trongate 103, Glasgow, Scotland, G1 5HD
Arts Relay is an exhibition of inspiring artworks by Project Ability, Glasgow Print Studio and Bazooka Arts. The exhibition will consist of thoughtful artworks and sharing personal responses created through the relay process. A reception will be held on August 1st from 6-8pm, all welcome.
22 August 2024 11:15AM-12:15PM
Aberdeen Arts Centre - 33 King Street, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB24 5AA
We will share stories from Runforever’s work at HMPG. These can hopefully be inspiring stories showing how running and Feldenkrais can be forms of art with the potentiality of healing making us imagine a different path towards health. This event is part of HAS Aberdeen Day.
2-24 August 2024 5:30PM-6:30PM
Dance Base, 14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh , EH1 2JU
Directed by Eoin McKenzie in collaboration with Robbie Synge and young performer Alfie, this is a funny and tender new contemporary dance performance for audiences aged 8+ that considers familiar and unexpected ideas about masculinity and friendship.
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22 August 2024 9:30AM
Ninewells Hospital, James Arrott Drive, Dundee, DD2 1SG
Hearts&Minds' Clowndoctors have been visiting children and young people in hospital in Scotland for 25 years. Our therapeutic clowns bring joy, offer meaningful connection, and enhance well-being. (Please note this event is not open to the general public)
Borders General Hospital, Huntlyburn Terrace, Melrose , TD6 9BS
Hearts&Minds’ Elderflowers are therapeutic clowns who visit people living with dementia to bring joy, offer meaningful connection, and enhance well-being. (Please note this event is not open to the general public)
1-25 August 2024
10 Cambridge Street, Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh, EH1 2ED
Explored through the dynamic of a mother-daughter relationship, In Two Minds is deeply personal, inventive, funny and life-affirming.