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PAPER BAG PEOPLE
created for
York International Women's Week 2012

"I'M X YEARS OLD - WHEN WILL IT BE SAFE TO COME OUT?"

Through life stories, poetry and audience discussion we look at why so many women hide part of themselves for fear of prejudice and social exclusion - it's as if they wear paper bags which mask the 'shameful' parts. Why is this necessary in today's society? What is so shameful about having mental health problems, being a lesbian, suffering from domestic violence, being prey to an addiction or having a hidden disability? When will it be safe to come out...?

This show was part of York International Women's Week and is available for booking from March 2012 onwards for workshops, peer empowerment, staff training, conferences, and events where discussion of these issues is a key factor. Let us know your needs and we will tailor a presentation to support your work - through life stories, poetry and forum theatre (see Encounters below).

Phone Sue Lister, Artistic Director, to discuss possibilities: 01904 488870

DEMENTIA & ME
Using 3 statues of a mother and daughter responding as best they can: on diagnosis living with dementia last stages in a care home Sharing their inner thoughts and feelings at each stage and then inviting audience members to step into their shoes and share how they might respond.
This sharing of life experiences, insight and feelings can act as a springboard for discussion and learning, foster a greater awareness of personal responses to dementia and provide positive ways of living and dealing with it. It can be used either as a presentation or as a workshop with peers, staff or public - for empowerment, training, or awareness raising. Available for booking from March 2013.
Real People Theatre also has a selection of life stories (Paper Bag People) and a selection of forum theatre scenes (Encounters) to offer. See below. We are creative and flexible and can tailor-make something to suit your needs. Please contact Sue to discuss booking possibilities: 01904 488870.

NO KIDDING? ageing without children through choice, circumstance, infertility, bereavement, estrangement or distance www.awoc.org
No we're not kidding - we're giving a voice to the millions of older people who are ageing without the support of children - ageing at home alone...not knowing who to call when in sudden need of a helping hand. It's all part of the loneliness and isolation which is so prevalent in today's society. Ten scenarios are available to springboard discussion at conferences, board meetings, workplaces - a chance to get both head and heart engaged. (created for York International Women's Week 2018)
AWOC York is a monthly group started in Jan. 2016 with speakers exploring what can be done to help older people to cope with and plan for a future on their own.
all enquiries to Sue Lister 01904 488870 AWOC York Coordinator & RPT Artistic Director