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*From Glacier Hiking to Hospital Clowns: *
*Arts and Health in the Contemporary Norwegian Context*
In Norway the arts in health scene has expanded quite dramatically in
recent years with the result that new approaches to health care have become
more accepted. The Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Health and Care
Service in Norway recently recognised the potential of arts in health and
acknowledged the need for more research (Meld St. 10, 2011-2012). ‘Be
Moved’ is an international collaboration between the UK and Norway,
examining how the arts may usefully be applied to the health and care
sector. The work draws on the critical investigation of arts and health in
the UK to examine emerging practices in Norway which, in turn, will feed
back into a wider understanding of the potential of arts in health
processes.
As part of the ‘Be Moved’ initiative, and in collaboration with Centre for
International Performance and Theatre Research (CIPTR), Senter for Art
Production (SEANSE), and the Norwegian Embassy in London are hosting an
event to showcase Norwegian artists working within this sector. The event
will take place on *Thursday 25th September 2014, 6-8.30pm. *
The event will be facilitated by Dr Wenche Torrissen and Dr Marit Ulvund
from Volda University College, Norway and Dr Emma Brodzinski from Royal
Holloway, University of London (author of *Theatre in Health and Care)*. The
session will explore new Norwegian government initiatives such as ‘The
Cultural Rucksac’ and ‘The Cultural Walking Stick’ as well as projects
situated within NGOs (non-governmental organisations) and work that seeks
to challenge existing structures entirely and open up new perspectives on
health and well-being. A panel of invited artists will share their work
and consider the particular problems and possibilities afforded by the
current Norwegian climate. After the presentations there will be time for
questions from the floor as well as opportunities for more informal
discussion during a drinks reception.
To confirm your interest in the event please email: [log in to unmask]
before 1st August 2014.
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