We believe that play is transformative.
Play unlocks creativity and generates ideas. It encourages wonder and curiosity, connection and reflection. Play re-energises and reinvents, and allows us to see the familiar with fresh eyes.
Our workshops and events give adults space to rediscover the power of play.
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"Playful Being's events will certainly have you giggling uncontrollably." Susan "Great to be just me through play." Sharon "I just loved being in a safe space to laugh and have some real, nourishing, spontaneous fun with others" Roger |
Improv
Improv is a great way to get more play and laughter into your life. You'll get to play a whole heap of improv games and start to learn the basics of improv in a friendly, supportive environment.
Improv Saturdays at Clifton Village Hall, Newall with Clifton, Otley LS21 2EX
Sat 23 June 10.00-12.30
Sat 28 July 10.00-12.30
Sat 18 Aug 10.00-12.30
Improv Wednesdays at Guiseley Theatre, The Green, Leeds LS20 9BT
Wed 6 June 7 - 9pm
Wed 4 July 7 - 9pm
Find out more
Improv is a great way to get more play and laughter into your life. You'll get to play a whole heap of improv games and start to learn the basics of improv in a friendly, supportive environment.
Improv Saturdays at Clifton Village Hall, Newall with Clifton, Otley LS21 2EX
Sat 23 June 10.00-12.30
Sat 28 July 10.00-12.30
Sat 18 Aug 10.00-12.30
Improv Wednesdays at Guiseley Theatre, The Green, Leeds LS20 9BT
Wed 6 June 7 - 9pm
Wed 4 July 7 - 9pm
Find out more
Creative Play for Writers Retreat
In partnership with Settle Stories
Experience the creative potential of being playful. Let creative play refresh your writing and take it to new and surprising places. Come with an open mind, shake up your senses and light up your imagination in an inspiring Yorkshire Dales setting.
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Fri 10 to Sun 12 Aug 2018
£170 (earlybird tickets for £135 available until 10 May)
The Joinery, Settle, BD24 9ED
In partnership with Settle Stories
Experience the creative potential of being playful. Let creative play refresh your writing and take it to new and surprising places. Come with an open mind, shake up your senses and light up your imagination in an inspiring Yorkshire Dales setting.
Read more
Fri 10 to Sun 12 Aug 2018
£170 (earlybird tickets for £135 available until 10 May)
The Joinery, Settle, BD24 9ED
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Hello! We are Mel Taylor and Jessica Penrose of Playful Being. Playfulness and creativity have always been important to us, and we know how transformative play can be for adults in this busy world. We'd love to share with you what works for us - come to one of our events and workshops, book us for your workplace or sign-up to our newsletter to get updates and be part of our community of playful beings. Mel Taylor and Jessica Penrose |
"Play is the vital essence of life. The beneficial effects of getting just a little true play can spread through our lives, making us more productive and happier in everything we do." Dr Stuart Brown, National Institute of Play
