Children's Day: Reimagined

Fri 14 July

Soldiers' Field, Roundhay Park

Hundreds of children from Leeds came together to show us what our world could be like when children are put in charge.

Five children on a rooftop in Leeds playing with homemade toys

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Commissioned films

As part of Children's Day: Reimagined the Young Creatives and Fevered Sleep commissioned a series of short films. From shadowing four inspiring young witches, and exploring the everyday amazing lives of children in Leeds to figuring out who will write the next chapter. Embrace the future, be inspired and watch the films created by local artists in collaboration with children from Leeds.

The Magical City by Studio Bokehgo

Follow Tanush, Amelia and Tricia as they show us their Leeds. A short film about hope, the future and the places that mean those most to the next generation of Leeds.

A screengrab from a film shows a young girl in a wood

The Body is a Prophecy by Izzy Brittain

A short film that explores power, magic and Leeds co-created by 4 young girls and artist Izzy Brittain.

The Next Chapter by Lence

A spoken word short film looking at the past, present and future of Children's Day. Overcome obstacles, break down barriers, and look to a future of hope.

Everyday Amazing by Testament

A short film about the amazing everyday lives of children living in Leeds, celebrating their passions and excitement for creativity and life.

What people are saying

Despite the rain the atmosphere was brilliant, the quality of the work was excellent and I think it will resonate long afterwards and I’ll remember it whenever I’m crossing that particular slice of the park.

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The Audience Agency post-event survey

Accessibility & Advisories

We look forward to welcoming you to Roundhay Park for Children’s Day: Re-imagined. We hope the access information we’ve listed here is enough to enable you to plan your visit with confidence, but if you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

A visual story for Children's Day: Reimagined (PDF).

A visual story for Children's Day: Reimagined (webpage).

A visual story, created by our friends at Touretteshero and will be included in pre-event emails.

Credits

Commissioned and produced by LEEDS 2023. Supported by National Lottery Community Fund, Arts Council England, Foyle Foundation and FirstBus.

Children’s Day: Reimagined has been co-created by Fevered Sleep and the Young Creatives – 11 young people aged 8-14 from across the city.

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Bessie Glassup, Amy Thomas, Charlie Fryer, Connie Erksine-Masterton, Lucia Roussounis, Ruby Koopman, Maia Manole, Caitlin Robinson, Anisha Lall, Ishuah Farrell, Joshua Smith

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