take2

Take 2 - How it all began

The Redditch Active Independence Club initially got together to develop an independent social life for its members. Whilst thoroughly enjoying the meals out, skittles evenings, game nights and discos, the group also came up with the idea of setting up drama workshops. With a little help from Cath Round, Transition Pathway Co-ordinator for Adult & Community Services (Learning Disabilities) at Worcester, and our various partners, this pilot scheme got off the ground in June, and was able to continue until now with the support of FLOSS funding.

Following the success, & amazing achievements of the group during the time they have been working, LNF funding was secured by Indigo arts to launch the project fully from Jan 2007.

The Take 2 workshop is aimed at young adults with learning disabilities & always welcomes new members.

Contact Cathy on 01527 830728 for further details.

As with all indigo workshops, teamwork, confidence building and a sense of community are an essential ingredient, and participants are encouraged to share experience, and offer support to other members as well as working towards self-development.

performance

Performance is a fundamental part of the workshop process, and usually takes place twice yearly. Opportunities for further performance in conjunction with other workshops and community partners may also arise.

Workshops are open to all young adults with learning disabilities, there are no auditions, or previous experience necessary. It is important that you are aware that rehearsal & performance relies on teamwork - and so all we ask for in return is the energy, enthusiasm and commitment that comes naturally from all those who participate in our workshops!

workshops

meet for two hours each week on a Wednesday evening from 5.30pm - 7.30pm. Although sometimes times vary dependent on rehearsal requirements.

Take 2 emerged from a pilot scheme funded from June 2006 by a WCC FLOSS grant. The current Take 2 workshop was founded in January 2007 with LNF funding