Join theatre maker Sian Burford-Thomas at Bury St Edmunds Library and learn how to create a character with a difference! This is part of The Blank Page Project which offers high-quality creative workshops for 10-16 year olds during the school holidays.

Workshops take place from 9.45AM to 3.30PM and include lunch, drinks and snacks!

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Our blank canvas character’s identity will be revealed only by you… Join us to bring them to life through designing their look, who they are on the inside…and figure out just how they will make a difference to the world around us.

We’ll be working together to create our brand new character, using a blank mannequin and YOUR ideas. We’ll be looking at visual elements such as clothing, creating performance to bring their traits and passions to life, as well as recorded voice work to capture their character for all to hear. Accessible and fun theatrical exercises and techniques will help participants to develop their ideas. Our finished character will remain on display at the library for all to see at the end of the day.

How to book
Workshops must be booked in advance. You can book online via Eequ. If your booking is made within 72 hours of the workshop, we may not be able to accommodate specific dietary requirements. Please get in touch with the library location for the workshop to discuss options. Please note that whilst we welcome all young people, our staff are not specifically SEND trained.

This workshop is for 10-16 year olds only. If you feel your child requires additional support in the form of adult attendance in order to access this workshop, contact us by emailing erin.hamilton@suffolk.gov.uk.

Free places are available for those eligible for benefit related free school meals. Unsure if you’re eligible? For guidance visit www.gov.uk/apply-free-school-meals.

About Sian Burford-Thomas
Sian is a theatre maker and practitioner who works with young people and communities to share stories, explore identity and develop skills. She enjoys working with texts as well as devising original work and places the participants at the centre of the process. Sian is fascinated by what motivates us as human beings, exploring the catalysts for action and change, and the stories that make us who we are. Sian runs inclusive workshops that encourage laughter, teamwork and a positive shared experience.