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How I create… with dance artist and performer Anna Seymour
Get an insight into the creative process of the Deaf performer who gets ‘so much joy from dancing so it doesn’t feel like hard work’
Artist on artist: Liz Pichon on the 'joyous' Quentin Blake
The author and illustrator behind the hugely successful Tom Gates series shares her love for the ‘extraordinary artistry’ of Quentin Blake.
Arts unravelled: how to write music for children
Three musicians from different genres explain how and why they make music for young people and families.
Who is circus company Upswing?
Discover the proudly diverse and female led contemporary company taking circus beyond traditional spaces to meet new audiences.
How I create… with writer Ella McLeod
The YA author on exploring every idea, loving what she does and finding creative inspiration when she least intends to.
Who is juggler Wes Peden?
Introducing the ‘world-class juggling superpower’ behind solo shows such as ZEBRA and Rollercoaster.
Arts unravelled: How do you create a compelling children’s book character?
Children’s book authors Nadia Shireen, Chitra Soundar and Yasmine Naghdi explain how their characters are created.
How I create… with puppeteer Toby Olié
The director and performer of puppetry on the childhood hobby that’s become his career.
Arts unravelled: How do you make an accessible theatre show for disabled children?
Sensory Theatre company Oily Cart give an insight into how they put together their distinctive and inclusive shows.
Yassmin Abdel-Magied on writing, racism and making a difference
The writer and broadcaster, talks about her book Stand Up and Speak Out Against Racism ahead of an appearance at Imagine Festival in 2024.
‘It’s constantly surprising’ – behind REPLAY: A Limitless Recycled Playground
The Herd’s Sam Caseley explains the inspiration behind this interactive installation.
Zanib Mian on becoming a writer and the relatability of Planet Omar
Children’s author Zanib Mian discusses her successful Planet Omar series and offers some top tips in this 2023 interview.