🌸 Easter Sunday Cake & Tea Fundraiser at Wren Hall
Join us this Easter Sunday at Wren Hall, Wroxhall, for a wonderful afternoon of cake and tea. 🍰☕ Celebrate this special day with your friends and family while supporting a meaningful cause in your community.
📅 Event Details
Date: Sunday, 5 April Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location
Wren Hall School Lane, Wroxhall Warwickshire, CV35 7NF
No booking needed – just turn up and enjoy!
💛 Supporting Arts Uplift’s 10-Year Fundraiser
All proceeds will go towards Arts Uplift’s 10-Year fundraising campaign, helping to fund life-changing creative activities for adults across Coventry and Warwickshire.
🚗 Parking
Parking is available at the venue.
🙋♀️ Volunteers & 🎂 Cake Donations Needed
We are looking for volunteers to help on the day and people who would like to bake and donate cakes.
Based on real-life stories from people affected by dementia that we gathered from Arts Uplift’s successful Suitcase Stories project in partnership with Museums Worcestershire, Navigating Margaret, is an exciting theatre production about a Worcestershire woman’s journey living with dementia and how it affects her family. Margaret was one of the first women to fly an aeroplane in Worcestershire and we also look back at her life from the 60s to the present day (her childhood, growing up and meeting the love of her life Charlie a ground breaking inter-cultural relationship) as her story unfolds.
The play weaves text and movement with a fairy-tale feel to it mixing the real and abstract. Four diverse professional actors will help to tell the incredible stories and raise much needed awareness and education about dementia (1 in 14 adults over 65 years have dementia and 1 in 3 people born today will develop the disease).
Audience members thoughts
“Wonderful. Magical. Informative. Helps dispel the fear & concern around dementia.” “I thought the play was incredibly well written, the emotional aspects were very hard hitting, but very eye opening.”
“It was charming and poignant and so beautifully detailed, real emotional lift.”
A Question and Answer session follows each show with a panel including dementia experts, members of the cast and the Producer. This will enable the audience to explore the subject matter and the creative journey. Local dementia support information will be available to take away.
Who should see the play
The play is suitable for older people, professional care staff, NHS workers, health students, volunteers, carers and family members, people with early to mid stage dementia, theatre goers and anyone generally interested in dementia.
The show is not suitable for people with late-stage dementia. Age recommendation 12+ due tooccasional mild swearing.
Individual scenes from the play for dementia conferences, team away days and learning tools
Scenes from the play can be performed by the actors individually for dementia conferences, team away days and learning tools and much more.
Diagnosis of Alzheimers dementia
The stress on family members
Deciding to put your loved one in a care home
Get in touch for costs for this package info@artsuplift.co.uk
Watch Navigating Margaret the trailer
Dementia Awareness Workshops
Using excerpts from the show (videos) the workshops are a practical introduction to dementia, dementia care and prevention. Low pressure interactive play opportunities, discussion and practical explorations build an actionable and experiential understanding of dementia.
What to Expect:
Interactive Learning: Immerse yourself in a dynamic learning experience that combines informative discussions with hands-on activities.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the expertise of our 2-person team (the actors) and local dementia specialist.
Actionable Insights: Gain practical knowledge and skills to enhance dementia, care and promote preventive behaviours.
Hear what our participants have to say: “Absolutely brilliant”
“Very informative and great that it got people physically involved”
In previous workshops all participants stated they learnt something new, including the complexity of the disease and the impact it has on family & friends. 100% said they would recommend the training, stating that “It was a positive way of looking at how to make a difference” and “Interactive learning is so much better than being talked at!”
Who should participate in the workshops
The workshops is suitable for older people, professional care staff, NHS workers, health students, volunteers, carers and family members, people with early to mid stage dementia, theatre goers and anyone generally interested in dementia. The workshop is not suitable for people with late-stage dementia.
Get in touch for costs for this package info@artsuplift.co.uk
Watch the dementia awareness workshop trailer
Testimonial
Kevin Moffatt, dementia researcher (retired from Warwick University)
“Professionally, I would consider that everyone should immerse themselves in Navigating Margaret. As a dementia-research neuroscientist, and the Outreach Director for Life Sciences, I am always looking for ways to use the power of the creative arts to bring this subject to the forefront. Having participated in two of the rehearsed readings and their associated workshops, I was hugely impressed. Arts Uplift’s research and dedication to the science, social implications and the personal interactions of families, makes for an intelligent, pertinent and factual insight into this critical area of disease and care.”
Arts Uplift are committed to being as environmentally responsible as possible. Please consider travelling to the show and workshops by public transport, on foot or car share.
CREATIVE TEAM
Writer/Director Helen Tennison
Designer Zahra Mansouri
Music Matt Eaton
Producer Jenny Davis
Meet the cast and workshop facilitators
Eliza Ann Thompson
Playing Young Margaret and Dani
Eliza Ann is a 23 year old, actor/creator/movement artist, based in London and the West Midlands. Since graduating in 2022, with a First Degree in Acting, Theatre and Performance, she has continued to develop her skills in visual imagery and physical theatre. Eliza performed as Young Margaret in the 2023 and 2024 rendition of Navigating Margaret with ArtsUplift. She is now returning as Young Margaret and Dani, in this version of Navigating Margaret – The Tour (2025). Eliza is also an associate artist for the critically acclaimed Strange Futures Theatre Company, with whom she has written, devised and performed in multiple community-involved projects, including The Last Restaurant (2022), Slow Cooked Stories (2023) and On The Bare Hill (2024). The Tree Rings.
(2023) was shortlisted by both Underbelly and The Pleasance Charlie Hartill Fund. She has led workshops in puppetry and visual arts, of which involved drama students at The University of Worcester. Eliza has also supported multiple award nominated short films.
Lucinda Lloyd
Playing Magpie, Ma, Louise, Sarah
Lucinda graduated from the Academy Of Live & Recorded Arts completing the 3year Diploma in Acting. She continued her training with Anne Bogart (Viewpoints) and Seb Harcombe (Stanislavski). She won the ‘Best Supporting Actress’ award in the 168 LA Film Festival for her role in the film Home, dir: Debs Paterson. Theatre credits include Shall We Shog? (The Globe) dir: Ken Campbell; Decor Without Production 1 & 2, (The Royal Court) dir: Ken Campbell; Cathy,Wuthering Heights, (The Rosemary Branch and UK tour) dir: Helen Tennison; Hecuba in Hecuba, (The White Bear) dir: Justin Murray; Lady Macbeth, Macbeth, (Dirty Market Theatre) dir: Georgina Sowerby. Lucinda combines her skills as an actor, artist and writer. She was selected for The New Writers programme at The Royal Court & The Arcola as well as receiving a poetry writing award from The Arvon Foundation. She also received The Royal Female School of Art Award. In addition to her works being shown at The Arcola & The BAC, Lucinda is currently developing an original piece of theatre with St Joseph’s Hospice in Hackney, London. This is the second time Lucinda has been a part of the company for Navigating Margaret.
Illona Linthwaite
Playing Margaret
After training at Rose Bruford’s Drama School Illona worked in repertory theatre for several years. She later formed her own company, writing and commissioning plays. In London she has acted at The Arcola, Lyric Hammersmith, Playhouse Theatre, Southwark Playhouse, Young Vic, National and RSC Theatre Companies. She recently worked with the Dot Collective, Bedouin Shakespeare, Punch Drunk, SLG Co. and Swamp Motel playing many glorious parts. Television work includes series Within These Walls, Shadow of the Noose, The Flockton Flyer, The Bill and several plays for Today. With her one woman plays she has toured many parts of the world. This is the third time Illona has played Margaret for Arts Uplift.
Madhav Vasantha
Playing Graham, Charlie and Aunty Edie
Madhav grew up in Bangalore, India and has lived and worked in the States and the UK since then. His recent credits include The Vanishing Elephant which premiered at the New Victory Theatre getting the NY Times Critics Choice followed by a tour of the UK and USA. Among his other theatre credits are Rajesh & Naresh, Lost souls, Pericles and The Tempest. He was also one of the Sketch Ensemble cast with the award winning (RTS 2020/21 Best Entertainment Programme) TV show Crackerjack (CBBC & BBC one) which can be viewed on BBC iPlayer.
🎉 Quiz Night & Charity Auction – Supporting Arts Uplift! 🎨
Get ready for a night of laughter, friendly competition, and feel-good fundraising! Join us for Arts Uplift’s Quiz Night & Auction — an evening packed with excitement, great company, and a chance to make a real difference.
🧠 What’s Happening
💡 Fun & Lively Quiz: Test your knowledge across rounds for everyone — from music and movies to general trivia!
🎁 Charity Auction: Bid on amazing prizes and experiences, including:
TBC
And many more surprises!
💜 Why We’re Fundraising
Arts Uplift uses the power of the creative arts — from storytelling and dance to music and theatre — to bring communities together and boost physical and mental wellbeing. Your support helps us run creative projects for adults of all ages across Coventry and Warwickshire and beyond.
Every ticket sold, every bid placed, and every donation made goes directly toward keeping these life-enhancing programmes alive and thriving.
👥 Team Info
Teams of up to 6 people
Flying solo or short on teammates? No worries! Email jenny@artsuplift.co.uk and we’ll help you join a team.
So grab your friends, bring your competitive spirit, and help us make a difference — all while having a fantastic night out!
📅 Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue : The Fold, Spencer st, Leamington Spa, CV31 3NE
🚗 Getting Here
Parking: The nearest car parks are located at Bath Place. Alternatively, on-street parking is available near the venue.
By Train: Only a 5-minute walk from Leamington Spa Train Station
By Bus: Hop off at The Parish Church stop on Spencer Street — just a 2-minute walk to the venue
✨ Don’t miss this incredible evening of fun, community, and creativity — all in support of Arts Uplift!
Unwind from the week and immerse yourself in great conversations at our brand-new monthly Book Club. Hosted at the fantastic 1 Mill St – Fluters Bar, each session will feature a structured discussion led by Aarthi.
Not only will you enjoy an inspiring evening with fellow readers, but your ticket fee will also go towards supporting Arts Uplift’s creative arts programmes, which use the arts to improve the physical and mental health of adults across Coventry and Warwickshire.
Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Readers’ Favourite Romance (2013)
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Measure—the million-copy bestseller—comes a stunning speculative story of healing, self-discovery, forgiveness, and found friendship.
“A masterful, tender exploration of love, loss, and the poignant echoes of memory… A profoundly moving read.” —Jamie Ford, New York Times bestselling author of The Many Daughters of Afong Moy
What if there were a cure for the broken-hearted?
Welcome to the Poppy Fields, where there’s hope for even the most battered hearts to heal.
Here, in a remote stretch of the California desert, lies an experimental and controversial treatment centre that allows those suffering from the heartache of loss to sleep through their pain…and keep on sleeping. After patients awaken from this prolonged state of slumber, they will finally be healed in this emotional book club read. But only if they’re willing to accept the potential shadowy side effects.
On a journey to this mystical destination are four very different strangers and one little dog: Ava, a book illustrator; Ray, a fireman; Sasha, an occupational therapist; Sky, a free spirit; and a friendly pup named PJ. As they attempt to make their way from the Midwest all the way west to the Poppy Fields—where they hope to find Ellis, its brilliant, enigmatic founder—each of their past secrets and mysterious motivations threaten to derail their literary fiction voyage.
🌟 What to Expect
A welcoming, relaxed atmosphere at 1 Mill St – Fluters Bar
A structured book discussion with Aarthi
The chance to connect with fellow book lovers
Deep dive into themes of history, resilience, and human connection
Your participation helps fund Arts Uplift’s creative arts programmes
✨ We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of books, conversation, and community!
Our weekly AGEING WELL sessions help to improve social connection and physical and mental wellbeing. They are dementia friendly. Key benefits include:
These workshops are great for:
Reducing loneliness
Improving hand and eye co-ordination and dexterity
Connecting people with new like-minded individuals
Learning new skills
Re-igniting old passions and hobbies
Slowing cognitive decline
Improving self-expression
Improving confidence
Singing For Wellbeing
Discover the power of music to uplift your spirits and improve your overall health. Sing along to familiar tunes, connect with others and enjoy a cuppa and a chat.
Arts and Crafts with Jess and Aish for over 60s – FREE
Take part in a range of carefully crafted mindful sessions with friendly support and guidance. Suitable for all abilities and people living with Dementia, Parkinsons or other disabilities. Carers welcome to come and support. Refreshments provided.
Venue: The Graham Adams Centre,St James Rd, Southam CV47 0LY
With thanks to the National Lottery Community Fund and Southam Town Council
Bedworth – pay what you can
Wednesdays 10.30am to 12pm
CURRENTLY CLOSED
Venue:
Old Meeting United Reformed Church, Leicester St, Bedworth, CV12 8JR
Quotes from past participants
Movement to Music Kenilworth – FREE
Fridays 10.45am to 12.15pm – FREE
Join us at these some gentle movement sessions set to familiar tunes. These sessions aim to improve your mental and physical wellbeing.
Sessions include One hour of movement and half an hour of social time, so these sessions are a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends. Refreshments are also included.
At Kenilworth Library, at the back of the building.
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