Discover stories from South Asia in this fun and creative workshop with Sita Thomas

From sheikhs to suffragettes, explore lives and stories from South Asia using drama games, movement and sound in this fun and creative workshop.

Be inspired by some curious characters including the ayah, an Indian nanny, abandoned at King’s Cross station with just one pound in her pocket; the sheikh who set up a Hindustani coffee shop; and the suffragette who campaigned for women’s rights.

Free | Drop in | Suitable for ages 5 – 11

Sita is an experienced film and theatre maker and children’s presenter on Channel 5’s Milkshake!

Drop in places are limited to 40 people per workshop and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

This workshop is run in partnership with The Place and coincides with a free dance performance, 14.00 – 15.00, taking place outside on the Piazza. Everyone is welcome to watch.

The British Library family programme is generously supported by John Lyon’s Charity and The Sackler Trust

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