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Here is the 2nd part of our look at 'Men's Talk', featuring a performance by members of the group. The men recount their experiences suffering from mental health issues in this powerful piece. #mental health 👉 youtu.be/qo3az5YSP4o

This weekend on Public Eye we're looking at 'Men's Talk'. A community performance project by and for those men who may be suffereing from mental health issues. Keep an eye out for tomorrow's video featuring a special performance. #mentalhealth 👉 youtu.be/utDDIAHDlm0

Big well done to our Dr Theatre group!

In this insightful blog for #InternationalMensDay, Men's Talk engagement worker Stuart writes about the use of applied theatre for men with #mentalhealth issues. commlinks.co.uk/about-us/blog/ @CLKirklees #confidence #teamwork #friendship @RuthKettle1 @CommLinksLeeds @CommLinkHostels

wakefield young carers 2018: youtu.be/gXHffQbfE-Y?a via @YouTube

WMHD Men's Talk performed for an audience of 200 plus people and gave a performance that took our breath away; it was a powerful, emotional rollercoaster, with many comedy moments including raw emotion. #WellDone #SupportiveNetwork #TeamWork #WMHD18

The countdown has begun, it's only a week before the first performance of Men’s Talk – Have you got your ticket? Tickets are available at eventbrite.com/e/mental-healt… #livedexperience #thecountdownhasbegin #hardworkpaysoff

Members of our Dr Theatre group in rehearsal for Instant Theatre, our new project with @AgeUKWakefield

#hqarts is pleased to announce our new project working alongside @AgeUKWakefield. "Instant Theatre" is a pilot project aimed at dementia sufferers and their carers. Working with our Dr Theatre group and Age UK volunteers, to deliver workshops in November and December 2018.

#drtheatre in action at last week's @AgeUKWakefield event in Castleford last week

We are at Knottingley's #GlassworksFestival, celebrating Knottingley's heritage and culture. Call into Kellingley Social Club to take part in our Knottingley themed craft activities and to share your thoughts about Knottingley's future @EdgelandsArts @ArtsWakefield @WFMuseums

#hqarts are pleased to announce that we have secured a new base for #DrTheatre. "Laughter is the best medicine", a weekly workshop for older people - Thursdays: William Street Sports and Social Club from 10.30 til 1. New members welcome. Call Karen 01977 794254 for details

Latest blog up on the WAP website now from @BevAdamsArts about 'Above & Below the Surface' - a collaborative commission between @EdgelandsArts & @NCMME exploring the mines of the #Wakefield district wakefieldartspartnership.org/above-and-belo…

@hqarts big well done to our wonderful performers last night #TangoUnchained. Thanks to @artwalkwake @Wakefield_ArtsP @wakefieldjazz and everyone who turned out to support the event.

@hqarts @wakefieldjazz @Wakefield_ArtsP @artwalkwake #TangoUnchained will be being performed at Unity Hall Cafe Bar as part of Wakefield Artwalk. A series of short performances will take place between 7-8pm 28th March 2018. Hidden stories, Hidden talents, Hidden Wakefield.

Great new blog up now on @wakefield_artsp website from Stuart @hqarts all about their collaboration with @wakefieldjazz #TangoUnchained wakefieldartspartnership.org/collaborative-…

@hqarts are looking to recruit older performers to work alongside Stuart, Karen and musician Pete Rosser to create an original performance which will be shared at the Wakefield Arts Walk in March. #tangounchained. Call 01977 794254 for details. Supported by @Wakefield_ArtsP

Wakefield Young Carers: youtu.be/wX1Ss2hjnGA?a via @YouTube

Coming Soon!@hqarts is pleased to announce a new partnership with @Wakefieldjazz, With funding from @Wakefield_ArtsP, we will be recruiting a group of older performers in the new year to work with us on an exciting new project. Details to follow #tangounchained

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