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VOXED is a company who create compelling genre-led dance-theatre works. VOXED have teamed up with Newcastle based Dance City to present a series of talks and discussions and a new theatrical work on the topic of climate change. VOXED's hope is that we can bring greater awareness off and stimulate conversation around the climate crisis and our role within tackling the issue. The talks and discussion are free for all. The details of the talks and a link to book are below. Title of talk: The Climate Crisis: where we are at and where we go from here. Length: Invite is for 1 hr – invitation is open to stay beyond if discussion continues Date : 8th October Time : 11 am Platform: Zoom Lead on discussion: Facilitated by VOXED, and led by Marla King. Marla is a dance artist, climate and social justice activist, exploring ways to embed these values, along with connection and curiosity for nature, and more human approaches to climate conversations. Content: This discussion will cover an overview on the climate crisis and how we got to where we are today; looking back at some key moments in history that have led to where we are at now. It will also touch on what action is being taken and what action is needed, including local activists and community groups within the North East, nationally and internationally. Discussion rooms will leave space for knowledge, insight and idea sharing on what meaningful action can look like, taking into account individual limitations and as well as connecting with like minded thinkers to explore more widely the climate emergency and the role we can play in combating it. Title of talk: The role of Arts and Culture in the climate crisis. Length: Invite is for 1 hr – invitation is open to stay beyond if discussion continues Date: 15th October Time : 11 am Platform: Zoom Lead on discussion: Facilitated by VOXED, and led by Marla King. Marla is a dance artist, climate and social justice activist, exploring ways to embed these values, along with connection and curiosity for nature, and more human approaches to climate conversations. Content: This session will be an opportunity for people working within the arts sector to learn and explore the powerful influence the arts can have in climate action, and why it is so crucial we take action in a way that encompasses values of climate and social justice. This session aims to support you in feeling more empowered to take climate action; on how to reduce carbon footprint in a practical sense, but also understanding the importance of climate action beyond carbon counting – connecting the crucial need for social justice in climate action, restoration and protection of biodiversity, reduced consumption and waste among other things. We’ll highlight the crucial role the arts and cultural sector has in response to the climate emergency, as well as be an open and supportive space that encourages questioning and promotes dialogue for collective learning and reflections on how to embed climate justice at the root of the work we do. These talks are targeting local activists, and creatives and are designed to build connection and community amongst those passionate about the climate and its preservation. We would love to see you there. To book your free place follow this link: https://voxeddancetheatre.com/discussions-and-talks/
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