Check it out
Greenfield Arts were commissioned to create and produce a creative way for young people to consider the choices they have and to encourage them to make informed decisions about issues such as drugs, alcohol and relationships.
2009-2012
The project involved 18,000 young people. It toured twice to 12 venues. The project worked with schools in the region, sports centres, and outdoor festivals.
Artists involved included Metro Boulot Dodo, Bravura, Effie Burns, Kit Haigh and Ben Race.
The commission was funded by from the PCT. Further funding and support came from GAMP AAP. Greenfield Arts worked closely with Durham County Council Youth Service.
Participants said
“Check it Out made me think about changing my life”
“I thought check it out was amazing”
“Check it out is about helping people to choose to make good decisions”