WomanEwer
WomanEwer is a female led multidisciplinary project that connects women through the arts & supports survivors of sexual abuse. Under the artistic direction of Laura Kenyon, WomanEwer offers a safe space for women to explore movement, experimental sound and visual art through workshops, performances, participatory art installations & group discussions. This project is supported by Arts Council England, RASASC (Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre) & Sidney De Haan Research Centre for Arts and Health.
This video documents the creative process during the development of “I Have a Bruise” by Laura Kenyon. Videography: Alice Underwood
Community outreach
-
Education
We are keen to work with schools, colleges and Universities to open up the conversation around sexual consent. This can be led through movement &/or self defence workshops on a person centred methodolog. Themes will be navigated sensitively and Safeguarding provisions led by led by AD Laura Kenyon & a psychotherapist to creatives.
-
Workshops
Open to all ages & backgrounds, WomanEwer creates a safe space to empower participants to tell their stories via movement, voice &/or self-defence. They are inclusive workshops for female survivors and LGBTQIA+ groups in community centres, & shelters. Safeguarding provisions are supported by a psychotherapist and RASASC.
-
Installation
Paintings, collages, ceramics and hanging mobiles by Melanie Kenyon with soundscapes & digital forms by Laura Kenyon. The exhibition can exist on its own and can also be a setting for a 30min live performance. This multi sensory experience leaves traces & gives new meaning to a familiar space whilst challenging the audience to create their own narrative.
A MOTHER & DAUGHTER COLLABORATION CREATING A PERFORMANCE INSTALLATION
WOMANEWER - Ewer is an old word for a jug, its shape is reminiscent of the female form and extends to the idea of the container-keeper-receiver, giver and guardian of life, nourishment and stories. New and Newer relates to the notion of revival, revitalization, growth, recognition of experience, rooting and flourishing.
Performance & art installation at St Margaret’s House Chapel, London.
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR & CHOREOGRAPHER: Laura Kenyon. PERFORMING ARTISTS: Sara Maurizi, Wai Shan Vivian Luk & Laura Kenyon. VISUAL ARTIST: Melanie Kenyon. PSYCHOTHERAPIST TO CREATIVES: Nicolette Wilson-Clarke. DRAMATURG: Lou Cope. COMPOSER: Felix Lemarchal. VIDEOGRAPHER: Rocio Chacon. COSTUME MAKER: Laura Kenyon. Booking enquiries www.stdma.com Sarah Trist Dance Management Agency.
Meet our female led team
-
LAURA KENYON
Artistic Director
-
NICOLETTE WILSON-CLARKE
Psychotherapist
-
SARA MAURIZI
Rehearsal Director & Performer
-
MELANIE KENYON
Visual Artist
-
AISHANI GHOSH
Performer
-
VIRGINIA POLI
Performer
-
VIVIAN WAI SHAN LUK
Creative Artist
-
LYA
Vocal Artist
-
CECILIA MORGAN
Composer
-
JESS PANG
Self-Defence Instructor
-
MARGOT BAREYT
Social Media Officer
Left hand side video: Commissioned by The Guildhall School of Music and Drama for DISRUPT 2020, a digital festival hosted by the Barbican Centre. Under the artistic direction of Laura Kenyon this short film is a collection real life stories communicated through movement and interviews. 17 women aged 20 to 72 years old address sensitive issues that can be challenging, and at the same time it celebrates womanhood, survival and strength, advocating for women to have their own voice in society. Videography: Celine Forten
Right hand side video: This short film documents 1 week of residency in Marseille with a group of 13 women aged 23 to 65 years old. They share the beauty & battle that it is to be a women. Directed by Laura Kenyon in Marseille, supported by Fakir Club. Videography: Clementine Kenyon