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What is it?

Musical Memories is an interactive immersive musical show exploring the relationship of two friends from their childhood to older age.

It includes drama, dance and music as well as film and familiar artefacts to stimulate the senses and provoke reminiscence and joy.

It can be accompanied with a reminiscence workshop, using objects, music and film to stimulate memories.

The play was created with the input of over 45 older people who shared their stories and favourite songs through a series of arts and reminiscence sessions.

Who is it for?

Musical Memories was created for older people, focusing on those living with dementias and elders from Caribbean communities.

Where can it be presented?

Musical Memories and its accompanying workshop, can be performed in residential homes, luncheon clubs, day centres, community halls or small theatres.

Aims for the show

  • To improve quality of life for older people through an accessible, relatable, thought provoking and entertaining show.
  • To improve relationships for older people and ignite family and peer connections through a shared positive experience
  • To promote diversity.
  • To spread joy and improve mood for people living with dementia.

How many people are in the performance?

There are 4 people involved in the show, two performers and two live musicians.

How much does it cost?

Thanks to the Arts Council England, ‘Musical Memories’ is available at a largely subsidised, affordable price.

Please contact us to discuss pricing.

How long is the performance?

Musical Memories the show lasts approximately  60 minutes.

Timings can be slightly amended to fit the needs of your group.

There is an optional reminiscence based workshop for 45-60 mins that accompanies the show.

How long does it take to set up?

We will need an hour to set up. 

We are happy to work around your schedules.

What type of space do you need?

In order to provide the best performance we will need a minimum of 12ft x12 ft (3.5m x 3.5m) of space to perform in. 

If your space is smaller please contact us and we will arrange a visit to see if we can accommodate.

“You got it perfect… what kind of memory you got…..”

– Older Participant

This project is supported by