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Performing Recovery – Issue 4 OUT NOW!
Read the newest issue of Performing Recovery. In this issue, we have articles from Joseph Burnett on Recovery Theatre Project in Islington, award-winning writer Denise Harrison, and the Bristol Recovery Orchestra. Criminologist David Patton talks about his fascinating work with Recovery Capital and tells us about an exciting new publishing project. leon clowes talks to… Read more
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Cascade Creative Recovery announce events to celebrate 10th anniversary
The Brighton-based peer-led recovery collective, Cascade Creative Recovery have announced a week of events to mark its 10 year anniversary. The Decade of Gratitude week runs from 24th-30th September and includes music, art, poetry and wellbeing events. Read more
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Harold Offeh’s ‘Let’s Talk About Chemsex’ launches PORe’s Recoverist Festival
Chemsex, a term coined by pioneering sexual health activist David Stuart, is a culture of mainly gay men who combine illegal drugs to come together for heightened and prolonged sexual experiences. Chemsex promises euphoric highs and sexual adventure, but with it can come longer-term health risks including overdosing, sexual assault, and increased HIV transmission. Read more
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Addicts and Those Who Love Them, from Antonia Rolls – Edinburgh Festival Reflections
‘Addicts and Those Who Love Them’ chronicles people with lived experience of addiction, their stories handwritten on their portraits. This includes Antonia’s own son Costya, who died of an overdose in February. After seeing mostly one-person shows at the Fringe, this experience feels communal and performative. One feels compelled to share their own story with… Read more
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Tom Moran is a Big Fat Filthy Disgusting Liar – Edinburgh Festival Reflections
Tom Moran’s show catches you by surprise – why would someone have their appendix removed just not to go to school? This might sound like a bit of an exaggeration, but he has just said he’s a ‘fucking liar’ who wants to stop lying but still have people like him. Tom’s people-pleasing habits go from… Read more
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Rec-Fest 20 Aug
Brighton’s Not Saints Presents Rec-Fest: A Celebration of Recovery and Creativity On 20th August, 12:30-17:00 Wagner Hall, Brighton plays host to a new recovery festival. Spearheaded by Not Saints, this day-long celebration brings together various local organizations to spotlight and support the journey of recovery. Main Stage Lineup: Diverse and Talented The main stage is Read more
