2025 10 22 Parent Carer Halloween “Thriller” Theatre Workshop

When

22/10/2025

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Bookings

Ticket Price: £6.00

Remaining Tickets: 11

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Where

Leeds Mencap
20 Vinery Terrace, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 9LU

Event Type

Parent/Carer Event

Because kids shouldn’t get all the fun!

Love the iconic Thriller? Want to be part of a small cast experience and create your own version? Then this workshop is for you!

Join Kathleen in reimagining the legendary Thriller with a mini production full of funky moves, themed physical theatre, and feel-good vibes. No experience needed—just bring your energy and curiosity!

👥 Who Is This For?

This workshop is designed for adults aged 18+, especially:

Parents and carers who deserve a break
Anyone curious about musical theatre or physical performance
Those looking to explore a new skill or creative outlet
People who want to connect with others in a fun, nurturing space

🎭 What to Expect

A relaxed, supportive environment
Simple, fun choreography inspired by Thriller
Themed physical theatre activities
Lots of laughs, funky moves, and musical creativity
A chance to just be yourself and enjoy the moment

👟 Dress comfortably—wear clothes that allow free movement and supportive footwear like trainers or pumps.

🚫 What Not to Expect

High-intensity routines
Pressure to perform or get things “perfect”
Any need for previous experience

Kathleen’s workshops are low on physical intensity but big on fun—accessible and adaptable for all. Just let us know if you have any specific needs or support requirements.

Meet your Instructor

Kathleen is a freelance Teacher and Choreographer, with over 30 years experience in the performing arts sector.

During this time she founded her own community dance company and worked as part of a multi agency team as a Dance Therapist.

She has spent many years working in education teaching therapeutic and curriculum dance across primary, secondary and alternative provision sites.

One of Kathleen’s proudest moments was staging her own productions at the Carriageworks Theatre in Leeds during 2010 to 2011. This was with her community dance company ‘Katz & Co studios’.

Kathleen is very passionate about supporting others. She is a huge advocate for equality, diversity, accessibility, inclusion and belonging. Kathleen loves sharing her knowledge and experience to enable others to become the best version of themselves.

As a youngster Kathleen found she had psychic abilities. She is a qualified Reiki practitioner (attuned to level 2) & certified Physiognomist (face reading).

Kathleen is a very proud mum and carer to three wonderful children, two of which are neurodivergent. Kathleen herself being recently diagnosed with ADHD.