Join us for a day of fun for all ages and community celebration at Planting Roots! A day filled with hope, excitement, and a shared commitment to a sustainable future. Unleash your creativity in a junk sculpture workshop, explore interactive stalls from the University of Warwick’s engaging researchers, share your voice in a family discussion, learn about Foleshill Community Centre’s Planting Roots Medicinal Garden project, and experience the captivating performance of "Plastic Drastic Fantastic" by Akademi, combining South Asian dance with thought-provoking narratives on plastic. An event to spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and empower the younger generation as guardians of the environment.
What’s On?
Performances of Plastic Drastic Fantastic:
The show explores humanity's complex relationship with plastics – the fantastic possibilities they offer, as well as the drastic consequences to the environment.
Drawing from the Indian classical dance form Bharatanatyam and South Asian dance techniques, the artists investigate plastics and the dangers of their misuse through intricate movement, gestures and play, infused with interaction with the audience.
Tickets are £10 and available from the Warwick Arts Centre Website. Performances are taking place:
11am – 12.10pm with Q&A from 11:50am-12:10pm
2.15pm – 3.25pm (Relaxed performance) with Q&A from 3:15pm-3:25pm
Free Activities:
Junk Sculpture Town Workshop - 10am – 12pm & 1pm - 4pm (Gallery 4)
Unleash your creativity at our Junk Sculpture Town Workshop. Join us to transform discarded treasures into imaginative sculptures, fostering sustainability and artistry in a fun-filled environment for all ages.
The Art and Science of Plants and Dyeing - 10am-4pm (Creative Learning Space)
Drop-in to find out about home dyeing techniques and the science of plants.
Join our experts to find out more about plants and colour, have a go, and learn how you can create your own fabric dyes from kitchen waste at home.
Live Labs - 12pm – 5pm (Warwick Arts Centre Foyer)
Come and get hands on with activities and demos from artists, scientists and more! From creative activities to exploring our local environment.
Hear from the Experts: A Family Friendly Discussion on Plastics & Art - 1.30pm – 2.10pm (The Studio)
Hear from artists and scientists about our relationship with plastics. Please note this event is free but booking is required - book here!
Family Movement Workshop - 3.30pm – 4.30pm (Helen Martin Studio)
Take a journey through the fantastic and drastic world of plastic! Get creative together in a fun, interactive and movement-based experience for the whole family. For all ages and abilities.
The Sign of the Underground - 5:30pm – 7:30pm (Helen Martin Studio)
Meet local artists and climate activitivists. Discussions focused on regional arts and climate projects exploring waterways and the wood wide web. Age 14+ Please note this event is free but booking is required - book here!
Phantom Sculpture Gallery Trails - 11am - 4pm (Gallery)
Visit us and take part in a self-guided gallery trail with activities linked to our green theme.
Chill Out Space in National Grid Room:
We want to make our events accessible to as many people as possible. We have provided a chill out space in case any visitors need to take a break from the main activities. This will be clearly signposted, and our visitor services team is on hand to support you in the building.
Co-produced with Foleshill Community Centre, the Warwick Arts Centre and the Warwick Institute of Engagement
This event is part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science 2023 and was made possible thanks to funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
