Radical Motion: “I’m Me” Accessible Research Workshop

Discover how inclusive, collaborative research can transform creative practice in this interactive workshop inspired by the I’m Me project. This event is part of Radical Motion – a new disability dance festival for Folkestone, hosted by Confidance. Co-led by Professor Matthew Reason (York St. John University), researcher Daniel Foulds, and ConfiCo (Confidance’s professional company), this session offers a unique insight into a groundbreaking two-year research journey. I’m Me brought together over 100 learning disabled and autistic artists from across the UK (2023–2025), exploring themes of identity, representation, and voice. Through a series of hands-on creative activities and open discussions, you will be guided through the project’s process - experiencing first-hand how the research was shaped, and its impact for artists and audiences. The workshop will also reveal how this research directly inspired ConfiCo’s latest production, Give Me Space, offering a behind-the-scenes look at research-driven performance-making. Join us to experience a dynamic, accessible approach to research that puts artists’ voices at its heart.