In recent months, debate has grown around how we question children in schools, whether questioning can trigger anxiety, and whether teachers should avoid it altogether. As a freelancer working across education and youth work, I wanted to explore what this means in practice, because questioning …
As the dust settles from the end of our 2025 tour of CODE around the UK, we’re reflecting on the impact, the highlights and the challenges, and looking ahead to 2026. Often when we perform CODE we’re told that this needs to be seen everywhere. And so, this summer we continued to …
The Right to Create, The Right to Heal: World Mental Health Day
15th October 2025
Every year on 10 October, the world observes World Mental Health Day, a global reminder that mental wellbeing is not a privilege for a few, but a right that belongs to everyone. This year’s theme, set by the World Health Organisation, is “Mental health is a universal human right.” It’s a bold …
Beyond the Stage: How the Arts Create Hope in Times of Crisis
16th September 2025
Last week on 10 September, the world marks World Suicide Prevention Day. A time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind people everywhere that support and connection can save lives. This year’s theme, set by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), is “Creating Hope …
International Youth Day: Empowering the Next Generation Through the Arts
14th August 2025
Earlier this week, on 12 August, the world celebrated International Youth Day — a moment to recognise the power, creativity, and potential of young people, as well as the challenges they face. This year’s theme focused on the role of youth in building a better future, a mission that resonates …