Saturday 7 March 2020, Aberystwyth Arts Centre
Nicky Arscott: zines 
Jane Hoy (R): theatre 
Liesa (R): music
An afternoon of workshops for women at Aberystwyth Arts Centre
There are three inspiring creative workshops to choose from, listed below with ticket links. Book now – and be sure to buy tickets for the evening event, ‘Our Voices, Our Lives’, too.
12 women per workshop (age 16+, trans women and non-binary people welcome at all sessions).
1. Our Selfies, Ourselves – Zine-making workshop for women
12.30 to 2.30pm in the Digilab, Aberystwyth Arts Centre, £5/£3 TICKETS>>
Fed up with the portrayal of women in the media? We’ll take matters into our own hands as we draw, cut, stick, stamp and collage our very own ‘zines’ with artist Nicky Arscott.
Zines (short for ‘magazines’) are hand-made or low-tech booklets and magazines with a creative, DIY feel. No experience or special talent is needed to make them!
Nicky Arscott lives in Llanbrynmair and specialises in making poetry comics. She has exhibited at Aberystwyth Arts Centre, MOMA Machynlleth and Oriel Davies Newtown. She has an MA in Creative Writing and is one of the directors of Ennyn CIC, which promotes art and creativity in schools and communities. Nicky is a friendly and encouraging workshop leader. TICKETS>>
2. Sounding Off! – Theatre workshop for women CANCELLED
Unfortunately this workshop has been cancelled due to low numbers.
Apologies for any disappointment. The box office have written to everyone who booked to offer them either another workshop or a refund.
3. Encore! – music workshop for women
with The Rock Project
3-5pm in the Students Union, adjacent to Aberystwyth Arts Centre, £5/£3
As of Friday 6 March, a small number of places remain – vocals or guitar only – please phone the box office on 01970 623232 to book your place!
Release your inner rock star! This one-off taster workshop starts with a lesson on specific instruments or vocals in small groups. This is followed by a ‘plug and play’ session where you will all be able to put into practice what you have learnt by playing together as a band. Mentored by the tutors throughout.
You do not need any experience – beginners are welcome. On the other hand, if you have been a bedroom player all your life and want to play with other musicians, then this is your chance. So whether you are 20, 30, 40 or 70-something, if you have always dreamt of being in a rock band, Encore is just what you’ve been waiting for.
All instruments provided. Capacity: three drums, three guitar, two bass and four vocals. Express your preference when booking. Led by Lisa and Liesa: friendly and knowledgeable tutors who also offer longer courses for adults and children with The Rock Project Aberystwyth.
Evening event
See details of ‘Our Voices, Our Lives’>>
International Women’s Day programme is organised in partnership by Aberration, Aberystwyth University and WEN Wales, with support from The Rock Project.