Healing Arts is a global campaign by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab in collaboration with the World Health Organization

What's On Archive

An archive of old events such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.

Healing Arts Scotland at The Festival of Politics

19-23 August 2024

Scottish Parliament, Horse WYND, Edinburgh, EH99 1SP

Healing Arts Scotland is teaming up with the Festival of Politics with a series of discussions from leading experts from the worlds of politics, the arts and health on a variety of topics including dementia, mental health and resilience, trauma, ageism and inequality and how engagement in the arts can make a difference to all walks of life.

make the Bed

11-25 August 11:50AM - 12:50PM

ZOO Playground, High School Yards, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1LZ

make the Bed was a 60-minute solo show that relied on gesture, physicality, and soundscapes as Ariela took the audience along with her on an anxiety-filled downward spiral. In showing her own struggle with mental illness, particularly anxiety, Ariela aimed to create a piece in which other anxious people could see their own experiences reflected. This piece was part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

In Two Minds

1-25 August 2024

10 Cambridge Street, Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh, EH1 2ED

Explored through the dynamic of a mother-daughter relationship, In Two Minds is deeply personal, inventive, funny and life-affirming.

Steps Towards Healing: Performance and Panel Discussion

22 August 2024 5:30PM-7PM

Lyra Artspace, Niddrie Mains Terrace, Edinburgh, EH16 4NT

Through panel discussion and performance, discover how Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity collaborates to create tailored art experiences for children in isolation in hospital and watch a dance performance from Step Out.

Creative Journey with the Elements

20 August 2024

St.Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH7 6AE

The event invites you to discover your creative potential and deepen your connection with the elements and mother nature.

2023 June 24 Edinburgh Meadows Flashmob 105

Mindful Silent Disco with Bron

22 August 2024 17:00 - 18:30

The Pavilion Cafe Edinburgh, Edinburgh Meadows, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH9 1JZ

Discover a mindful and fun movement session with Bronwyn Tutty, a spirited, grounded movement teacher and coach. Using music and gentle guidance, Bronwyn helps you connect with your body, celebrate your essence, and find strength to shine through life's ups and downs.

Healing Arts Scotland Opening Celebration

16:00, 19 August 2024

Scottish Parliament

The Healing Arts Scotland Opening Celebration event took place outside the Scottish Parliament at 4pm on Monday, 19th August, as part of the Edinburgh International Festival and Festival of Politics, featuring over 250 performers and participants from across Scotland.

Healing Arts Scotland Conference

19 & 20 August 2024

The Hub - Edinburgh International Festival, The National Galleries of Scotland, The National Portrait Gallery. Events in-person and online.

The HAS Conference in Edinburgh on the 19th and 20th August featured UK and international speakers who were leading innovative practice in arts-in-health interventions, including four specially curated panels as part of the Festival of Politics at Scottish Parliament.

Healing Arts Scotland  ITAC Relay

January-August 2024

Scotland Wide

Designed and delivered by the International Teaching Artists Collaborative (ITAC), the ITAC Relay is a chance for participatory artists working in Arts and Health contexts to connect and collaborate on a 6-month national activation leading into Healing Arts Scotland Week.