Free Workshop Opportunity for Female-Identifying GOBS
Female-identifying GOBS have been invited to take part in a free workshop with Pepa Duarte - a WOC Latinx theatre maker and drama facilitator with over a decade of experience based in London. The work she does often explores the themes of identity, migration and feminism.
Pepa is travelling to Nottingham this October to perform her show 'Eating Myself' at Nonsuch Studios as part of her Autumn UK Tour. Thanks to the support of Arts Council England she will be running a post-show creative workshop for free
The ‘Eating Stories’ workshop is designed to be an inclusive and contemplative space for GOBS to delve into their personal connections with food. This session encourages GOBS to explore their memories, family traditions, and perceptions of their own bodies within the context of food. Building upon the themes of the ‘Eating Myself’ show, the workshop aims to foster a deeper understanding of these topics while facilitating meaningful connections and the exchange of diverse experiences.
GOBS will be encouraged to examine the underlying dynamics tied to food, the kitchen, and traditional gender roles. Furthermore, the workshop will prompt discussions about the role of food in preserving cultural traditions and strengthening familial bonds. From a creative perspective, GOBS will develop their imaginative capacities, nurturing self-confidence and enjoying the creative process.
Eating Myself (Show)
Nonsuch Studios
Friday 27 October, 7.30pm
£12.50
Booking link: https://www.nonsuchstudios.co.uk/whatson/eating-myself
A sensory adventure that explores tradition and family, accompanied with the wafting smells of Peruvian food...
“Food is a gift. Something you give to others. A privilege. An excuse to be with the ones you love.”
Back home, the mouth-watering flavours and aromas of traditional Peruvian cooking was forbidden in Pepa’s home. Except when Grandma would sneak in a steak and some spices. In England, Pepa found herself on a journey, a journey inside herself, to discover that food could be shared with a new family around a new table. And you are invited to taste it. Through her own experiences, Duarte takes us on an exciting journey that will make us reflect on our own relationship with food.
Join Pepa Duarte (A Fight Against, Royal Court) for a full sensory experience exploring womanhood, body image and tradition in her debut play directed by Sergio Maggiolo.
Eating Stories (Workshop)
Nonsuch Studios
Saturday 28 October, 10.30am – 2pm
Free
To book, please email Bridie on info@gobscollective.org
This writing workshop will revolve around the relationship of women with food, eating and cooking.
Pepa asks that all participants cook and bring a dish that represents home/family for them. Up to £15 of expenses will be reimbursed on the day (bring your receipts and bank details!) If you can’t bring anything along, that is also fine. It is preferable that you will have attended the Eating Myself show the night before – however, if you are unable to attend for whatever reason, Pepa has a link to a recording of the show to watch beforehand. There is no additional funding to cover the cost of your ticket to the show.
If you are a female-identifying GOB and would like to attend the workshop, please send Bridie an email on info@gobscollective.org by copying and pasting the options below, and checking the relevant boxes with an X:
1. [ ] I can confirm my attendance the Eating Stories Workshop (free)
2. [ ] I can confirm my attendance at the Eating Myself Show and will book my ticket (£12.50) via the Nonsuch Website
OR
[ ] I am not able to attend the Eating Myself Show, but I can watch a recording