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.

Runforever - Through These Walls

22 August 2024 11:15AM-12:15PM

Aberdeen Arts Centre - 33 King Street, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB24 5AA

We will share stories from Runforever’s work at HMPG. These can hopefully be inspiring stories showing how running and Feldenkrais can be forms of art with the potentiality of healing making us imagine a different path towards health. This event is part of HAS Aberdeen Day.

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.

Healing Arts Scotland Wellbeing Concert

18:30, 21 August 2024

Tramway, 25 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE

A beautiful and uplifting concert to celebrate Healing Arts Scotland week performed by artists from Glasgow and beyond, both professional and community based.

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 Glasgow Day

All Day 21 August 2024 |

25 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE

Healing Arts Scotland in Glasgow brought together communities, researchers, and academics to celebrate and debate the role of the arts in health.

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.