Colours to the Mast
The Bare Project
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Date: Fri 26 June
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Venue: Adelphi Room, Crucible Theatre
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ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
In collaboration with artists Kazna Asker and Cheelo, The Bare Project presents a participatory flag-making workshop exploring identity, protest, and belonging.
Through discussion and hands-on making, participants will design flags inspired by global textile traditions, creating symbols of hope, courage, and connection. Responding to the divisive use of the St George’s flag, this project reclaims public space with inclusive narratives.
Later in 2026, the collaboratively created flags will guide audiences to the Common Threads Festival, celebrating women’s cultural heritage and community in Sheffield.
Event Format & Information
12:45 - Doors open
12:45-13:00 - Attendees arrive and find a seat
13:00-16:00 - The workshop happens
16:00 - Workshop ends, although attendees can leave at any time
This is a workshop which will begin with a welcome and intro and then we will collectively make two new flags. Some will hand sew, some machine work and some will cut and tack designs onto cloth.
Free drinks and biscuits will be available throughout the workshop.
It will be a relaxed workshop where participants can come and go.
There are no scheduled breaks, but participants can leave the workshop room and move around the room if needed.
Workshop group size: approx. 15 participants
Seating: Unreserved seating is available at this event, but if you have specific requirements, please get in touch.
Audio: Noise will be at speech level and there will be sound from using scissors, fabric, craft materials and sewing machines. There may be occasional peaks when participants are chatting. Free earplugs are available at the ticket desk if needed.
Lighting: Bright light from room lights.
Quiet space: There is no dedicated quiet space available, however there is a foyer area with seating separate from the event that can be used.
Venue Accessibility
Detailed access information for Crucible Theatre is available on their website and AccessAble.
Website - https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/your-visit/access-facilities
AccessAble - https://www.accessable.co.uk/sheffield-city-council/access-guides/crucible-theatre
If you have any questions regarding accessibility for this event, please contact us at access@migrationmattersfestival.co.uk.
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This workshop will be led by creative producer Delight Mishael Cheelo and fasion designer Kazna Asker as part of The Bare Project's Common Threads.
Cheelo has produced a series of textile and sewing workshops with SADACCA as well as producing sustainable fashion shows and is brilliant at hosting space and welcoming participants.Kazna is an award winning fashion designer whose brand is built on community, activism and charity.
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The Bare Project is a theatre and interactive arts company based in Sheffield. They have been creating performances, socially engaged artworks, installations and curating festivals across the UK and internationally since 2012. They are an associate company at Sheffield Theatres.
EVENT INFO
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Free Entry
Please purchase a free ticket via the ‘Book Tickets’ link.
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Doors Open: 12:45
Running Time: 13:00 - 16:00 -
Event Format & Information
See the ‘Event Format & Information’ section for detailed information.
Venue Accessibility
Detailed access information for Crucible Theatre is available on their website and AccessAble.
Website - https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/your-visit/access-facilities
AccessAble - https://www.accessable.co.uk/sheffield-city-council/access-guides/crucible-theatre
If you have any questions regarding accessibility for this event, please contact us at access@migrationmattersfestival.co.uk.
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Age Guidance: 12+
Content Warning: There are no content warnings for this event
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Photography Credit: Ai Narapol