BEDLAM: Symposium Opening

BEDLAM Arts & Mental Health Partnership brings together artists, practitioners, communities and mental health professionals to explore arts, creativity and mental health, with 2026 focussed on Artist Wellbeing. The opening night of the 2026 Symposium features a keynote speech from the team between LGBTQ+ Tee Hee, a groundbreaking project exploring comedy, connection and wellbeing. This is followed by a panel discussion with leading industry voices, taking a deep dive into artist wellbeing.

BEDLAM Symposium Opening Night Schedule from 5pm

Presented as part of the BEDLAM Arts & Mental Health Symposium, running Fri 6 and Sat 7 Nov 2026. Join us for talks, workshops, discussions and performances, all exploring the relationship between arts, creativity, mental health and wellbeing. BEDLAM is a partnership between Sampad, Birmingham Rep and Midlands Arts Centre.