Stimprovisation Workshop
Organiser
Andrew
A Stimprovisation (sense and movement) workshop for LGBTQ+ people (16+) in Glasgow
Join us for a Stimprovisation workshop with Dr Aby Watson.
Stimprovisation is stimming improvisation, a playful practice of sensory-seeking instant composition. Discovered and coined during Dr Aby Watson’s artistic research and developed for neurodivergent people, stimprovisation is about ‘unmasking’ and feeling freer.
In a Relaxed environment, neuroqueer choreographer Aby Watson will gently lead us through ways of stimprovising:
- Movement (Stimdance)
- Objects (Stimplements)
- Voice (Sensinging)
For this workshop with LGBT Health and Wellbeing, we’ll focus on Stimplements: exploring sensory experiencing through objects.This workshop offers a practical introduction to stimprovising. You do not need performance experience to join us, only a willingness to play and explore! Come wearing clothes suitable for movement. All are welcome – you do not have to identify as neurodivergent to join.
Access Notes:
This workshop takes place in a Relaxed environment. This means:
- Movement, sounding, stimming is all welcome throughout
- You can leave and return as much as you like
- There is a separate Quiet space to the main workshop space
- Everything is an invitation, not a demand
- An understanding that focus/attention looks different for different people
- Light and sound are considered for sensory sensitivity
- There will be breaks
- Stimplements (stimming objects) will be available
- Ear plugs will be available
The event is for LGBTQ+ people aged 16+. This includes lesbian, gay, bi, trans, non‑binary, queer, intersex, asexual people and all identities under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella. You’re also welcome if you’re exploring or don’t use labels.
Spaces are limited, so please register in advance via Eventbrite. Each registration is for one person. You’ll receive a confirmation email. If you need help or can’t attend, contact Andrew at andrew@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0141 255 1767. Please let us know if your plans change.
The event is hosted at our community event space at 14 North Claremont St, Glasgow, G37LE. After you register, we’ll send full access details.
Here’s what to expect from the venue and our event:
♿️ Wheelchair access with level entry. Gender neutral toilets and one accessible toilet. Drop-off area at the front of building. Free on street parking available from 6pm. Paid parking is available at a cost of £1.20
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