Join in our weekly sessions in Chester at Storyhouse Studio, for and with local people in recovery from addiction and those living with a mental health conditions to transform their lives through movement, creativity and connection. For regular attendees, we also offer a progression pathway to develop skills further.

There is an option to also take part in community performances across West Cheshire.

This activity is free of charge, booking is essential for attendance. To reserve your space or find out more, please complete our referral form or contact [email protected]

Weekly Movement Workshops

When: Mondays, 12:00pm – 1:45pm

Where: Storyhouse Studio, Chester City Centre

What: Moving Recovery Workshops are led by professional dance artists from Fallen Angels through the artistic direction of Paul Bayes Kitcher – himself in recovery from addiction, with over 30 years professional experience in dance.

You can expect a high-quality experience including:

• Physical warm-up
• Exploration of our stories through creative movement
• Cool down and stretches
• Fun and laughter

The emphasis is on the group experience and achieving something special together. Some of our projects lead to performances when members of the group are ready and feel confident.

Weekly Wellbeing Sessions

When: Wednesdays, 10:30am-12:00pm

Where: Storyhouse, Chester

What: A small group activity that explores themes relating to lived experience and recovery through various desk-based media, including arts, crafts, and creative writing.

Progression Pathway Sessions:

When: Mondays, 10:00am-11:30am, commencing 20 April 2026

Where: Storyhouse, Chester

What: Once you have been attending regularly for at least 6 months, there is chance to develop your skills further:

• Volunteer Supporting Angels take part in free training to build skills in how to support participants and creative work at Fallen Angels. There are additional training opportunities from time to time including: Level 2 qualification in Peer Mentoring.
• Focus Group – Additional skill development in dance theatre for those who have an interest and display a particular flair in their movement and creative work, and would like to advance their skills in choreography, creativity, dance technique, and performance.

Additional activities include:

• Group cultural visits, including theatre trips at local venues
• Recovery social events
• Nationwide performance opportunities

Contact us:

To take part, please contact [email protected] for more information.

You can find out how to refer someone here.

We can also offer taster sessions with local partners so your group can try out our workshop in your organisation.

This project is made possible through funding from National Lottery Community Fund, and Sanctuary Housing. With support from Storyhouse