What’s your story?
Sambandha in the ancient Sanskrit language means connection. Do you love writing, telling stories, and connecting with other women? Voices of Women, supported by Ryde Council, invites all women to join in this inclusive program. We begin with two creative storymaking workshops and present with a collage of powerful rehearsed readings, music and guest artists in an intimate public presentation celebrating connection.
SAMBANDHA WORKSHOPS
Thursday 20 February from 5.30 – 8.30pm
Saturday 22 February from 10am – 2pm
West Ryde Community Centre
3/5 Anthony Rd, West Ryde NSW 2114
It’s easy to take part. The Voices of Women workshops are a fun and creative way to connect, share and feel inspired by your own creativity. Suitable for women over 18, we explore and develop short stories in an active environment, that does not require any previous experience or literacy levels.
The creative workshops boost your self esteem, confidence and identity, with everyone inspired by learning new creative skills and being empowered to share their story and connect with others.
With an emphasis on the South Asian Community, this project supports diversity, including the recognition of the Wallumedegal clan of the Dharug people who are the traditional owners of the land in the City of Ryde area.
- Learn how to craft or create a story in a safe and creative environment
- Join a story circle to begin and get to know other creatives
- Have fun with sensory walks and object description
- Listen and share stories with others
- Publish your story on the Voices of Women podcast – read by you or an actor
- Develop a character or a creative scene
- Experiment with language and blend your own cultural language into your story
- Experiment with words – like paint – break the rules! If you can talk, you can write!
Thursday 20 February from 5.30 – 8.30pm
Saturday 22 February from 10am – 2pm.
Workshops directed by Voices of Women Artistic Director Lliane Clarke and Actor/Writer Hasitha Adhikariarachchi with Writer Samantha Sirimanne Hyde. All welcome.
Venue: West Ryde Community Centre
3/5 Anthony Rd, West Ryde NSW 2114
SAMBANDHA LIVE
Sunday 2 March from 11am – 1pm
West Ryde Community Centre
3/5 Anthony Rd, West Ryde NSW 2114
Inspired by the workshops, immerse yourself in powerful rehearsed readings, guest artists and music written especially for this event in an intimate celebration of story and connection.
Rehearsed Readings: Actor and Writer Hasitha Adhikariarachchi
Sound Artist: Award-winning composer and sound artist Elizabeth Jigalin
Readings and Panel with Guest Artist: 2023 Miles Franklin Winner Shankari Chandran
Readings and Panel with Guest Artist: Author Samantha Sirimanne Hyde
Artistic Director and Panel MC: Lliane Clarke
