# Event Details - **Event Name**: The weight of it all: Festival of Social Science - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am – Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 12:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join us to explore the experience and impact of weight and size discrimination through drama, and storytelling. Every body is welcome!!About this EventThe weight of it all is a free, two-hour interactive workshop exploring the impact of weight stigma and discrimination through creative storytelling.The session will introduce you to Durham University research on how people in bigger bodies are treated in everyday spaces like healthcare, public transport and the workplace.Then you'll take part in creative activities to develop fictional characters and storylines inspired by real experiences. These ideas will help us create an audio play about weight stigma, planned as the first step towards a full theatre production touring the North East!No creative experience is needed at all. Just bring along a willingness to get involved, and an enthusiasm for creating something awesome. The workshop offers a welcoming and supportive space where you can share as much or as little of your experience as you feel comfortable. Every body is welcome and the venue is fully accessible.Refreshments provided.Facilitators: JoJo Kirtley, Artistic Director of Workie Ticket Theatre.Dr Kimberly Jamie, Associate Professor of SociololgyDr Rachel Colls, Associate Professor of Geography - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/the-weight-of-it-all-festival-of-social-science/100001999933760715 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Theatre, Nonprofit, Workshops, Entertainment, Festivals, performances, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Durham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Alington House Community Association - **lat**: 54.7751328 - **long**: -1.5744309 - **full address**: Alington House Community Association, 4 North Bailey, Durham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The weight of it all: Festival of Social Science - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/51d07760e2d7bc98cc77b50262b3c67860f48e627dfabe86bc22244d28fb3be7-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1789533006 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The weight of it all: Festival of Social Science being held? - **A:** The weight of it all: Festival of Social Science takes place on Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am to Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 12:30 pm at Alington House Community Association, 4 North Bailey, Durham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The weight of it all: Festival of Social Science? - **A:** The weight of it all: Festival of Social Science is organized by Dr Kimberly Jamie. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The weight of it all: Festival of Social Science is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Durham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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