Choreographies of Stimming (Performance Lecture) Dr Aby Watson

Malvern Cube

Date & Time: Monday 11th November 1pm
Tickets: £8(Carers free)

Neurodiversity is the natural variation of all human brains and minds. Stimming is repetitive actions to self-regulate, self-stimulate, or self-soothe, bringing oneself into balance. Stimming is an important part of neurodivergent embodiment, of bodily being with a different mind.

In this part performance, part (not boring or confusing) lecture, neuroqueer choreographer Aby Watson demonstrates her sensory-seeking practice of stimprovisation whilst riffing on neurodivergence, neuronormativity, and stimming through a choreography of self-regulation that unfolds in the here and now. Expect a loop-like, tactile, rhythmic and repetitive performance of stimulating voice, body, and object that dives in with playful sensoriality and the true passion of a special interest. And hey, maybe you learn something new too? Win win.

‘Choreographies of Stimming’ is held in a relaxed environment. It manifests Aby’s interest in non-neuronormative knowledge exchange, and is an experiment with neurodivergent-centred and multi-sensory modes of academic presentation. Made with support from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and The British Council, this performance lecture was first performed at Británico Cultural for Encuentro de Artes Inclusivos in Lima, Peru in October 2023.

Image credit: Guili Puccini Ramos

A Year and a Day Raising Caine

Malvern Cube

Date & Time: Monday 11th November 7.30pm
Tickets: £10

A curse causes Nathan to skip a year and a day into the future, every-time he falls asleep. Leaving behind a botched heist, the love of his life and an upset criminal gang, Nathan’s absence causes all sorts of trouble for the ones he cares about.

Spanning 65 years, A Year and a Day is a poignant and darkly funny exploration of a man trying to right his wrongs as he rapidly skips through time. Brought to you by Raising Cain Productions (My Other Half, Last Shot, Confess), and performed by Christopher Sainton-Clark, A Year and a Day is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat throughout this twisting, turning journey.

Based on the podcast, 'The Book at the End of the Shelf'

'Sainton-Clark chills and entertains in equal measure' - Chris Sadler

'A bold, brave and bullish soul' - East Anglian Theatre Podcast