Creative sessions for adults with learning disabilities

We run a range of projects and workshops with adults with learning disabilities, which usually change each term. Explore what’s happening during the 2026 Autumn term below.

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Autumn term 2026

A Collection of Objects: Salford Centenary Celebration Event

This term, in celebration of Salford City’s Centenary year, DIY’s Visual Arts Group and BUDS Drama Group will be working towards an exciting new exhibition and event at Salford Museum and Art Gallery. The groups will collaborate to create a ‘Collection of Objects’ exhibition incorporating their original visual artworks, drama, film and music.

The project will culminate in a celebratory sharing event which will take place on Thursday 26 November 2026 (1.00-3.00 pm) at Salford Museum and Art Gallery.

The event will be part of UK Disability History Month, which celebrates disabled individuals, champions equality, and challenges prejudice. Taking place from November 19 to December 19, Disability History Month 2026 focusses on the national theme of Disability, Politics and Democracy.

Funded by Salford City Council with support from Salford CVS.

Visual Arts sessions

DIY’s Visual Arts Group will be using objects from the exhibitions as stimulus for creating their own original artworks.

  • Sessions take place on Thursdays, 10.00 am – 12.00 noon
  • Starts: 24 September 2026
  • Ends: 26 November 2026
  • There will be no session on 29 October 2026.

Takes place at Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WU.

Email admin@diytheatre.co.uk for more information about joining.

A person sat at a table, using a small roller to work with pink paint in a small white tray. Next to the tray is a piece of paper with yellow screen printed patterns on it.

Part of DIY’s Create, Connect, Communicate programme, made possible thanks to National Lottery players through National Lottery ‘Awards for All’ England.

DIY BUDS

DIY BUDS drama Group will be combining music and songs with drama work based on objects from the exhibitions.

  • Sessions take place on Thursdays, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm
  • Starts: 24 September 2026
  • Ends: 26 November
  • There will be no session on 29 October 2026.

Takes place at Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WU.

Email admin@diytheatre.co.uk for more information about joining.

A group of people participating in a comedy and drama activity in a spacious hall. One woman sits with her hands covering her face, while others stand around, striking poses or gesturing, including a man in a red shirt and another in a black puffer jacket.

Part of DIY’s Create, Connect, Communicate programme, made possible thanks to National Lottery players through National Lottery ‘Awards for All’ England.

St George’s: First Steps: Sensory Theatre

This term, adults with learning disabilities at St George’s will be taking part in a First Steps: Sensory Theatre course. We will be learning more about our senses, building our skills in sensory theatre and learning how to create multi-sensory experiences.

  • Sessions take place on Mondays, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm
  • Starts: 21 September 2026
  • Ends: 23 November 2026
  • There will be no session on 26 October 2026.

Takes place at St George’s Community Hub and Cafe, Langley Rd S, Salford M6 6SB.

Email admin@diytheatre.co.uk for more information about joining.

A young man wearing a black jacket and cap stands with arms outstretched, smiling during a performance session. Other participants sit in a circle, engaging in the activity.

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Special thanks Community Learning at Salford City College for supporting these courses.

Brierley Community Hub: First Steps: Improvisation Skills

This term, adults with learning disabilities at Brierley Community Hub will be taking part in a new First Steps: Improvisation Course. We will be developing skills in accepting and building on each others’ ideas to create stories, characters and settings.

  • Sessions take place on Wednesdays, 9.30 am – 11.45 am
  • Starts: 23 September 2026
  • Ends: 25 November 2026
  • There will be no session on 28 October 2026.

Takes place at Brierley Community Hub and Cafe, Longshaw Drive, Little Hulton, Salford M28 0BD.

Email admin@diytheatre.co.uk for more information about joining.

A smiling woman wearing glasses and a black top with patterned sleeves raises her arm during a DIY Theatre session. Chairs and colourful decorations are visible in the background.

Logo of Salford City College - Adult & Community Learning

Special thanks to Community Learning at Salford City College for supporting these courses.

Keep in touch

We are always keen to work in partnership with other organisations, so please contact us if you would like to discuss possible collaborations or projects.