Last month our magnificent 13-foot-tall Sea Giant puppet went on a new adventure and guest starred in Irish recording artist Amy Michelle’s latest music video ‘Patience’. The video was directed by Max McLachlan with the concept devised by Amy after seeing the original performance of the puppet, Eko. She knew instantly she wanted Eko in her video representing childhood fears, and trust, and encouraging you to embrace fearful thoughts and trust your instincts when it comes to complex relationships.
Also, we would like to say a special thanks to our whole team that made this happen, the amazing performers: Cameron Everitt, Francis Hickman, Laura Kenyon, Mathew Prince Chambers & Oliver Davis, as well as Eko’s creator Mr Cleaver’s Monsters
We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that Light Up Fest is returning to MAC – Midlands Arts Centre this February 2026! After the incredible success of last year’s premiere, which saw over 5,000...
Our WOW Fest workshops continue to build momentum with pupils from St Thomas C of E School, who have been developing their creativity and performance skills through a series of engaging sessions with...
We’re excited to be bringing Street Games to MAC Birmingham this summer for a joyful day of play, movement and community connection. Street Games is an inclusive and accessible outdoor...
We are delighted to welcome Gavin Vincent to the Up in the Sky team and are incredibly excited to begin this new creative journey together. Gavin is a multi-disciplinary movement artist, director and...
Zig Zag! is a non-verbal outdoor duet for all ages (5+). Two performers build a playful world from simple objects — dozens of wooden reels — setting tiny tasks that become big decisions. From chaos...
Calling Local Photographers & Videographers! 📸🎥 Do you have a passion for capturing moments, telling stories through visuals, and celebrating community spirit? We’re looking for local...
The countdown is officially on — there are now just 3 weeks to go until WOW! Fest 2026! This July, Walsall Arboretum will once again come alive with an exciting celebration of outdoor arts, dance...
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Sarah Butler Performer, Rehearsal Director, Creative Leader and Champion for Dance in the Midlands For this edition of our Artist Spotlight, we’re delighted to shine a light on the brilliant...
As WOW! Fest preparations continue to build momentum, our Education & Community Participation projects have been keeping us wonderfully busy. Here is a look back at the past month from our...