GT Fest Workshop: Rhythmic Playground, Helen Gould MBE

Gathered Together Scotlands International Inclusive Dance Festival 2026
Hosted by Indepen-dance
Taking place at Tramway on Wednesday 2nd Saturday 5th September.
Workshops, Performances, Presentations and Exhibitions From local and international companies.

Check out our full programme and join us for this years festival:https://linktr.ee/Independance1996

About the Workshop Leader
Helen Gould MBE is a dance artist and Co-Director of LPM Dance, a dance company based in the North West of England.
Helen has more than 20 years experience delivering inclusive dance opportunities for people with different abilities. She is particularly interested in the role that music and imagery play within inclusive dance contexts and has presented research and led workshops in this field nationally and internationally.

Helen co-founded LPM Dance with George Adams in 2013, since then the company has developed an impressive track record for bringing high-quality dance experiences to communities in Lancashire who would otherwise have little or no access to creative arts and movement opportunities. Their work includes weekly community classes, festivals, shows and artist training programmes.

About the Workshop
A playful inclusive workshop exploring music, imagery and synchronicity through music, creative tasks, and improvisation.
Guided with care and curiosity, Rhythmic Playground offers space play with how music influences the dynamic quality, amplitude and sensation of movement. Using an eclectic playlist we will explore, synchronicity, imagination and improvisation through creative tasks and shared movement.

Aims of the Workshop

How music and sound can shape the way we move, feel and connect, both individually and as part of a group.

Tickets
Pay What You Can (Sliding Scale)
Minimum ticket price: 12 + Booking fees
Carers Ticket - FREE of Charge- (Please let us know through the questionnaire when booking.)
To help make our workshops accessible, you can choose what you pay for the price of your ticket between 12 and 20.Please select the amount that feels affordable for you. We won't ask for any information about your circumstances. If you're able to pay more, you'll help us keep ticket prices accessible for others.

Accessibility
AnAccessibility Information point for the festival will be located at the main entrance of Tramway.
Sign Language Interpreters are available for Workshops -(Please let us know through the questionnaire when booking if required.)

Wheelchair accessible with lift access to the mezzanine and first floor
Accessible toilets are single cubicle and gender neutral
Assistance dogs are welcome
Quiet space available

Contact us
Indepen-dance
If you would like to discuss or have any questions on taking part in the workshop, tickets, accessibility please contact us -
admin@indepen-dance.org.uk
0141 552 3555

All proceeds go directly to Indepen-dance
Indepen-dance | Scottish Charity Number: SC033239 | Company Number: 29443