Our thoughts
Here you will find our latest blog posts. Expect to read thoughts on the latest news happening within our communities.
Keeping stories alive: Windrush 75
June 22nd 2023 marked the 75th anniversary of the HMT Empire Windrush arriving in Britain. And as useful as anniversaries are, we don’t want to rely on them only to talk about things that are important. Rather we’d like to keep the stories alive after the day of commemoration for a moment of reflection of why these people are important regardless of the day.
Artist Helen Thomas: My time with Beyond Face
Helen has made the most of our Beyond Face Artist Development offers and was also commissioned by Beyond Face to write a play co-created with young people for With Flying Colours. Here she talks about her creative journey with us.
Meet some members of our Youth Company!
We have invited some of our Youth Company to share about their experience of joining the Youth Company so far and a Moment of Joy (MOJ) from our sessions
‘Bigger than Lyrics’ post-show thoughts
Read some of the highlights from our post-show discussion with the cast and creative team.
Bigger than Lyrics - how it started
The initial conception of Bigger than Lyrics.
Our first production of 2023
In our latest blog, the cast and creative team from Sitting in the Grey discuss what they’ve experienced in the rehearsal space and why this is an important piece of work for Young People.
Creative nourishment and staying well hydrated
Exploring what kept us nourished creatively throughout the year and our tips for staying well hydrated.
Regional Voices Project - A Different Perspective
Reflections on our first focus group for ‘A Different Perspective’ as part of the Plymouth Cultural Investment Fund.
'Thoughts from R&D residency in Gloucester: Navigating the Grey'
Sonia shares what they learnt from our week-long residency in Gloucester, courtesy of Strike a Light. The week was an R&D (research and development) for a show that Beyond Face is creating for young people to tour around schools in the South-West.
Happy 7th Birthday to Beyond Face CIC!
Founded in 2015, this summer 2022 Beyond Face celebrates our 7th birthday. Read on for 7 MOJs founded on the way, alongside some birthday wishes from our friends.
The artists and the flowers - What we can learn from nature
Reflecting on how nature impacts our livelihoods and what we learn throughout our Green Minds project with Plymouth Council.
We are here to write
We are Here to Write participant Feyaza Khan shares her experience of joining our sessions, and how they impacted her creativity.
Dream, Despite That…
Gracia from our ‘Despite That…’ co-creator South Roots International shares her thoughts on how the project has impacted her thoughts.
Digital Nomad in a Creative Agency
Our Campaign Storyteller Tamera shares her thoughts about transitioning from full-time corporate work to becoming a creative digital nomad.
Get to know our Young People Practitioners
Two of our Young People’s Practitioners, Sonia Thakurdesai and Shaday Barrowes-Bayewunmi share practices and themes found when working with young people
We are Artists
‘We are creators in our own right, with stories to share, questions to explore and productions to bring to life, so despite hesitations we will be eagerly moving forward with our own creations.’
A new era at Beyond Face
Taking a look at where Beyond Face will be heading in the future.
The Black British Story
#UntoldStory Let's be Frank campaign
Black Lives Matter Statement
Our statement of support
An open letter to the Culture Secretary
An open letter to the Culture Secretary from Black, Asian & Ethnically Diverse Artistic Directors and Cultural Leaders on the importance of protecting representation in the sector.