Join a small group for a welcoming, creative weekend intensive that brings together invited professional artists and community members. Together, we will immerse ourselves in If You Just Come Into The Water, a new work in development by Yasmin Gurreeboo that delves into the many dimensions of loss and explores how individuals navigate grief, and whether it can be transcended.
Through open discussion, quiet observation, and shared creative space, this intensive offers a unique chance to witness and be part of Yasmin’s evolving process as they shape this story.
Participants will gain insight into self-directed practice, artistic autonomy, and the power of creating from a place of authenticity free from expectation, cultural pressure, or the burden of representation.
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting artists on their own terms, this workshop celebrates personal expression, creative freedom, and the importance of making space for artists to tell the stories that matter most to them.
When
Saturday 27th September 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 28th September 9:30am - 4:30pm
Where
ActNow Theatre’s MakeSpace, 253-255 Gouger St, entry via Bailey St
Who
You must be aged 18+ to be eligible for this workshop.
How to Apply
As this intensive will be a small, intimate workshop bringing together a mix of invited professional artists and community members, there are only 3 community member spots available and participants will be selected through an EOI process.
If you are interested, please complete and submit this expression of interest form by 15th September.
You will be notified by 19th September.
What to prepare for the intensives
There is nothing that you have to prepare to attend this workshop, simply come with an open mind and wear comfortable clothes that you would be happy to move in.
Sharing stories
Please note: no content generated by participants during these intensives will be used in final work, unless we receive written permission from the participants. If this occurs, participants will be financially remunerated and appropriately credited for their contribution to the final work.
Disclaimer
Please be aware that this project explores themes of grief. A qualified mental health worker will be in the room throughout the intensive workshop.
However, if you feel that engaging with this topic may be too close or potentially distressing for you at this time, we encourage you to carefully consider whether this workshop is right for you. By applying, you accept full responsibility for your own emotional and mental wellbeing.
Mental Health Support
Help is available for anyone experiencing mental health concerns. We recommend these free resources:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
13 YARN - Helpline for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people: 13 92 76
Grief Australia - free online resources for people affected by grief
Support Act - free counselling service for people working in the Arts Industry: 1800 959 500
Carers SA - provides free counselling for carers
Black Dog Institute - provides free apps and tool kits on their website, designed to improve mental wellbeing
SANE - free mental health recovery program for people with complex mental health needs and trauma: 1800 187 263