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Join us for an afternoon of rest and creativity, led by Dorothea Manolopoulos.
In Rest and Write, participants will explore their sleepiness, dreams and ideas in a supportive and creative environment. Through a guided sleep protocol inspired by Yoga Nidra—a practice designed to access the liminal space between sleep and waking—you will be encouraged to drift beneath the surface of conscious thought, where images and patterns can emerge.
This workshop related to Sulaïman Majali’s recent film ‘in the house of names’, shown in the same gallery last year, in which Dorothea’s voice guided listeners through a sleep protocol. Expanding on this, the workshop invites you to rest deeply and connect with the thoughts and images that arise in this relaxed state. Afterward, you’ll have time to reflect through writing, gather your ideas, and share them with the group. Together, we will dream, gather, and create art.
Rest and Write is open to anyone curious about the connection between rest, creativity, and writing.
Spaces: 8 people
Free, booking required
What to Expect & What to Prepare:
- The session includes lying down on a carpeted floor in a low-light environment. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket to lie on, and/or another blanket to keep warm.
- You are also welcome to bring a pillow or anything else that helps you feel comfortable for a deep rest.
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothing to help you fully relax.
For access needs or questions, please contact Sun Park at [email protected].
Artist biography:
Dorothea Manolopoulos (she/her) is a trainee counsellor exploring the deep currents of rest to access creativity and play. She was drawn to dream work due to persistent burn out, and her practice grew deeper in the quiet of lockdown – where she developed Rest & Write. A trained Yoga Nidra teacher, she moves between words, breath, and body— to both access and process emotion. In March, she’ll be guiding a workshop on rest as a portal to creative renewal.
Accessibility Information:
Getting here:
LUX is located in Waterlow Park (Highgate), near the Dartmouth Park Lodge Gate on Dartmouth Park Hill. Please note Waterlow Park is on a hill and from Archway Station there is a steep walk up Highgate Hill. You can learn more about public transport options and their accessibility on our website.
Address:
LUX, Waterlow Park Centre, Dartmouth Park Hill, London, N19 5JF, UK. Entrance location on what3words https://w3w.co/rates.fallen.joins
Step Free Access:
The LUX building is wheelchair accessible and there are wheelchair accessible toilet facilities.
You can learn more about detailed access information on our website here.
