Queen Victoria Gardens

A creative workshop for women and non-binary people centring the body as the first sanctuary in navigating ageing, insecurity and change

In an economy where homeownership is increasingly out of reach for many, women over 55 have become the fastest-growing demographic needing homelessness assistance. This workshop invites women and non-binary people over 45 to come together, look inward, and reimagine the body as a refuge even as financial factors can seem to move further and further beyond control.  

Celebrated performance makers Kate Sulan (Rawcus) and Ingrid Voorendt (Back to Back Theatre) will lead an intimate group in a series of creative tasks. They’ll use a series of writing and visual prompts as the jumping-off point for conversations and movements that invite us to reach within for inspiration and anchor ourselves.

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Collaborators 

Kate Sulan and Ingrid Voorendt are experienced performance makers, directors, and facilitators, specialising in collaborative devising processes with diverse communities. With a creative partnership spanning over 20 years, they have co-directed and co-facilitated numerous projects, blending their deep expertise in disability and performance practice. Kate was the founding Artistic Director of Rawcus, leading the company for 22 years, while Ingrid is an Artistic Associate at Back to Back Theatre. Their work is rooted in relational practices, fostering an atmosphere of care, creativity, and connection. Through their workshops, Kate and Ingrid create tailored experiences that inspire imagination and encourage participants to explore and experiment. Their practice is driven by curiosity and a passion for people, helping individuals tap into their own ideas, beliefs, and concerns through creative exploration.