Dancing & Drawing with Sachin & Anna at The Island
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A event held at The Island on Monday 4th May. The event starts at 10:00.


This session is a special for DIASPORA!, offering festival-goers the chance to dance and draw live performers in a collaborative setting.

Anna, from South West Dance Theatre, will lead dance activities based in ballet, commercial, and contemporary styles to help participants explore the qualities of movement. Sachin will then guide the group in capturing these motions on paper using a range of artistic techniques. Participants are welcome to take turns dancing, drawing, or being drawn as much or as little as they like.

Venue: The Island Gallery, First Floor, Bridewell Street, Bristol, BS1 2QD.
Please note this venue is not accessible for wheelchairs. For accessibility information please refer to venue’s website.

ABOUT SACHIN

Sachin Babbar is a dance and visual artist known for creating captivating live paintings and drawings of dancers in motion. Inspired by Japanese art, Sachin’s work beautifully captures the fluidity and grace of the human form, bringing a unique blend of tradition and contemporary artistry to life.
@sachinbabbar

ABOUT ANNA

Anna Davis is a dance performer, choreographer and teacher who co-founded South West Dance Theatre in 2010. Classically trained, Anna has been bringing the joy and eloquence of dance to audiences and participants for decades, delighting in mixing dance styles to eke out different qualities of movement.
@southwestdancetheatre

Monday 4th May, 10am - 12pm
General admission £7, low income £3. Book at: https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/dancing-drawing-with-sachin-anna/

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Entry requirements: no age restrictions

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