‘We’ve always wanted to put on a live outdoor event including communities and professionals, so I am thrilled that we can work with Midlands Arts Centre – MAC on this wonderful winter participatory lantern procession, especially engaging local community groups and to be making some beautiful lantern creations together. This fits the company’s ethos of community, inclusivity and accessibility and we can’t wait to show you all what we will be making in the next few months.’
-Johnny Autin (Artistic Director of Autin Dance Theatre)
Upcoming FREE Workshops:
Our special lantern-making and storytelling workshops at Midlands Arts Centre – MAC will be delivered by our trusted community artists, including Shelley Eva Haden, Tori Drew and Oliver Davis.
📅 Tuesday 24th September, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
📅 Tuesday 1st October, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
📅 Tuesday 8th October, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
📅 Saturday 12th October, 10.30am-1pm, 1.30-4pm (closed workshop)
📅 Tuesday 15th October, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
📅 Tuesday 5th November, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
📅 Saturday 9th November, 10.30am-1pm, 1.30-4pm (closed workshop)
📅 Tuesday 12th November, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
📅 Tuesday 19th November, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
📅 Saturday 23rd November, 10.30am-1pm, 1.30-4pm (closed workshop)
📅 Tuesday 26th November, 1-4pm, 5-8pm
Join us this autumn as we set off MAC’s first lantern parade – Light Up Fest on Sat 30 November. Glowing willow and paper lanterns will illuminate Cannon Hill Park and the winter sky, led by a glorious array of local participants from all ages, music and special creations. Everyone welcome.
Light Up Fest is delivered by Autin Dance Theatre commissioned by Midlands Arts Centre and supported by Birmingham City Council.
Saturday 30 November 2024
from 4.30pm
MAC – Midlands Arts Centre
