African & Caribbean Cultural Workshops & experiences
Kulchalee Arts brings African and Caribbean culture to life through music, storytelling and creative art workshops.
Workshops can be delivered individually or combined to create a tailored cultural experience for primary, secondary schools, SEN and specialist education settings, community organisations & events.
EXPLORE OUR WORKSHOPS
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African & Caribbean Drumming & Percussion Workshop
An energetic interactive workshop introducing pupils to African & Caribbean rhythms, music and percussion. Pupils take part in group drumming, rhythm activities and musical participation using a range of worldwide instruments including djembes, African drums, shakers and other percussion instruments.
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African & Caribbean Literacy & Storytelling Workshop
An engaging, interactive storytelling workshop inspired by African and Caribbean folklore and cultural traditions. Pupils take part in stories through participation, drama, discussion and performance.
Sessions can also include creative storytelling activities, where pupils develop their own characters and stories. Workshops support literacy, creativity, speaking and listening skills while building confidence, self expression and cultural awareness.
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African & Caribbean Creative Art Workshops
Hands-on creative workshops inspired by African and Caribbean art and culture. Pupils explore traditional patterns, symbols and creative techniques through activities which can include stonecast model art, tie-dye, Adinkra symbol block printing, recycled & sustainable art, and other cultural crafts.
Sessions encourage creativity, cultural learning and artistic expression.
Cultural Enrichment Days
Kulchalee Arts can bring workshops together to create a tailored cultural enrichment day for schools, alternative education settings, charities, community organisations and other groups.
Experiences can combine African & Caribbean drumming and percussion, interactive storytelling and creative arts, with activities tailored to the age abilities, setting and needs of the group.
Workshops can be delivered as individual sessions or combined into a half-day or full-day programme, with different activities delivered to groups throughout the day.
Example cultural enrichment day:
Welcome Assembly
An interactive African and Caribbean drumming and storytelling session introducing rhythm, culture and traditional stories.
Class Workshops
Smaller group sessions tailored to different classes, giving pupils opportunities to explore African and Caribbean culture through practical, creative and interactive activities.
Creative Storytelling
Pupils create stories inspired by African and Caribbean folklore and act them out through drama and performance.
Closing Session
Students share rhythms, stories or creative work from the day.
frequently asked questions
How long are workshops? Workshops can be delivered as individual sessions, half-day workshops or full cultural enrichment days.
How many people can take part?
Sessions can be delivered to whole assemblies or smaller class groups depending on the school’s needs.
What space do we need?
A hall or large activity space is ideal for drumming and storytelling workshops. Creative art workshops can be delivered in classrooms or other suitable spaces.
Do you provide the equipment and materials?
Yes. Kulchalee Arts provides all the instruments, materials and equipment required for the workshop.
Where do you deliver workshops?
Kulchalee Arts is based in Gloucestershire and delivers workshops locally throughout the UK. Travel costs may apply depending on the location.
Do you have DBS and insurance?
Yes, Kulchalee Arts holds public liability insurance, and an Enhanced DBS certificate which can be provided on request.
Book a Workshop
Looking to arrange a workshop or cultural enrichment day for your school, organisation or group?
Get in touch to discuss your requirements, availability and workshop options.
See Kulchalee Arts Workshops in Action
Explore photos from Kulchalee Arts workshops delivered in schools, community settings and organisations across the UK.