Join us at the Hippodrome for a summer of fun creative activities. We have a number of workshops for children and families to enjoy together as well as some activities just for adults. Try something new!
MINDFUL MOVEMENT
Thursday 27 July 5.30pm - 7pm | Ages 18+
This session is about moving our bodies to help the mind, using somatic practices, breathwork, visualisation and authentic movement.
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HIPPODROME YOUTH DANCE DAY
Monday 31 July 10am - 3pm
Come and try out a fun mix of dance styles from contemporary to street dance.
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CRAFTS IN THE CAFÉ
Wednesday 2, 16, 30 August
10am - 2pm FREE
LUST FOR LIFE DRAWING
Thursday 3 August 7pm - 9pm
Relaxed untutored life drawing to a rock and roll soundtrack.
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YOUTH THEATRE TASTER DAY
Friday 4 August
7-10s workshop 1pm - 3pm
10-13 workshop 3pm- 5pm
If you would like to see what our fun and exciting Youth Theatre sessions are all about, then this is for you.
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DRAGON EGGS
Thursday 10 August 11am - 2.30pm
Calling all budding young Dragon Keepers – come along and create your own dragon egg to care for.
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MAGIC WANDS
Thursday 10 August 1.30pm - 3pm
Bring your little wizards along to this workshop where they can make a unique magic wand which they can take away at the end.
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FABRIC SCULPTING WORKSHOP - JOURNALS
Thursday 10 August 5pm - 8pm
Learn how to use fabric sculpting techniques to create a stunning three dimensional design on an A5 notebook.
Learn more about Fabric Sculpting Workshop
MINI MANDALAS
Saturday 12 August 1.30pm - 3pm
Join artist Jessica Grady to create your very own stitched mini mandala design using textiles and recycled materials.
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DOODLE STITCHING
Saturday 12 August 4pm - 6.30pm
Come along and explore the colourful world of doodle cloths!
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SUMMER FLOWERS WITH NATTRASS
Friday 18 August 6pm - 8pm
Join Nattrass to make Summer wreath.
Learn more about Summer Flowers with Nattrass
AN INTRODUCTION TO BURLESQUE
Friday 19 & 26 August 6.15pm | Age 18+
Ebony and Duke Divine will be providing you with a brief insight into the history of burlesque and some of its pioneers over the decades, an introduction to robe removal, glove peels and boa work, ending in a short routine and a demonstration from the professionals.
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POSE, PAUSE & PLEASE WITH EBONY SILK
Friday 19 & 26 August 7.45pm | Age 18+
Explores the art of burlesque even further, looking at how to make the most of your shape as you pose and enjoying the experience!
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MAKE YOUR OWN THEATRE
Tuesday 29 August 11am - 12.30pm | Age 7+
Led by professional designers, you’ll build your own model theatre stage and go wild with decoration! All materials provided.
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STERLING SILVER RING MAKING - FAMILY
Thursday 24 August 2 - 5pm | Age 10+
Create your own sterling silver ring or a set of three stacking rings, in this workshop with By Ros.
Learn more about Sterling Silver Ring Making - Family
STERLING SILVER RING MAKING - ADULT
Thursday 24 August 6 - 9pm | Age 18+
Create your own sterling silver ring or a set of three stacking rings, in this workshop with By Ros.
Learn more about Sterling Silver Ring Making - Adult
GIN TASTING WITH MASONS OF YORKSHIRE
Friday 25 August 6 - 8pm
Join us on the Hippodrome stage with a member of the Masons of Yorkshire team who will guide us through a tasting of a selection of the Masons range, we will learn about the story of Yorkshire's first distillery whilst enjoying locally sourced food sharing board platters.
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