Art with Heart

Art with Heart Award-winning Salford based arts charity shaping change together through performances, workshops and people-led creative projects.

Led by Sarah Emmott and Rachel Moorhouse. Award-winning Salford based arts charirty shaping change together through performances, workshops and people-led creative projects. We believe in the power of theatre and art to change lives for the better, and our mission is pretty simple – to make it accessible, representative and get people to give it try. Working with people on their terms, we use the

power of theatre and art to excite and engage our audiences, to have open conversations and give people the tools to unlock their own potential, take a stand, and make real changes – for themselves, for their communities and for our wider society. Our work includes: award winning one-woman show Declaration, which explored Sarah Emmott’s experience of seeking diagnosis for adult ADHD, for which we re-ceived the 'ADHD Foundation Partnership Award' in recognition of our work in rais-ing public awareness. As well as award-winning coming of age play Secret Diaries, 100 Deeds; an interactive exhibition addressing gender equality in the 21st century and Stan, a play for children which explores communication, friendship, identity, the family unit… and dinosaurs.

13/06/2026

In the final episode of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes hear from 76 year-old Geoff Hall, who reflects on his childhood swimming in the docks, how things have changed over the years, and what he thinks the city needs to do for its future.

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms or via our website: https://artwithheart.org.uk/salford-voices-podcast/



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford and Salford Council. A special thanks to ForHousing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, Reform Radio.

12/06/2026

In episode 9 of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes, 79 year-old Stephen Jones discusses how Salford has developed since he was a child playing out til' sundown, and how it's always been a place of firsts.

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms or via our website: https://artwithheart.org.uk/salford-voices-podcast/



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford and Salford City Council. A special thanks to ForHousing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, Reform Radio.

11/06/2026

Episode 8 of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes features photographer for the Salford Reporter and Advertiser Bill McLoughlin, who reflects on his time reporting on royal visits and celebrities to the local stories that impacted him the most.

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms or via our website: https://artwithheart.org.uk/salford-voices-podcast/



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford and Salford City Council. A special thanks to For Housing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, Reform Radio.

10/06/2026

Episode 7 of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes hears Linda Taylor from Worsley tell the incredible story of her father, who served in World War II before going missing - later returning home to Salford. She reflects on the changes she’s seen in the city throughout the years, and the importance of neighbouring in fostering community.

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms or via our website: https://artwithheart.org.uk/salford-voices-podcast/



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford and Salford City Council. A special thanks to For Housing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, Reform Radio.

10/06/2026

After hearing perform ‘The Salford Way’ on the stage we’ve had people ask where they can hear it again. Well right here!

We collaborated with the brilliant team to create a short film to mark Salford’s centenary celebrations. Directed by Kirstie Henderson, ‘The Salford Way’ features a poem by and inspired by interviews with Salford residents. The poem was commissioned by Art with Heart as part of our Salford Voices podcast (listen via link in bio).

Launched on Salford’s big birthday, the film was screened in school assembles across the city as well as on the big tellies at Media City.

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Film credits:
Producer / Director /Editor - Kirstie Henderson, Brave Day
Co-producers -

Supporting crew:


Natasha Maximova

you were wonderful! A big thanks to everyone stopped by our little corner to make a zine, view our exhibition, sign our...
10/06/2026

you were wonderful! A big thanks to everyone stopped by our little corner to make a zine, view our exhibition, sign our centenary book or listen to perform ‘The Salford Way’ poem from our podcast. We had the BEST time! The whole weekend was a joyful celebration of free time and a timely reminder of the importance of play.

Thanks to our lovely team

Our banner exhibition and pop up has been funded by UK Government with support from and

09/06/2026

In episode 6 of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes hear from our youngest Salfordian interviewee - 11 year-old Alfie, who works as a showman helping his dad with rides at the fairground - a job he takes very seriously 🎡 Plus, hear his hopes for more Salford chippies (we wholeheartedly agree Alfie).

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms. 🔗 in our bio.



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from  and . A special thanks to For Housing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, .

08/06/2026

Episode 5 of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes - interviewing Salford residents - features none other than Salford Mayor Paul Dennett, who reflects on his upbringing, his political awakening at university, and what he feels makes the city so special.

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms or via our website: https://artwithheart.org.uk/salford-voices-podcast/



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford Salford City Council. A special thanks to For Housing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, Reform Radio.

05/06/2026

In episode four of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes - featuring interviews with Salford residents - Skäi Townsend talks about how Salford's institution The Lowry impacted her growing up and continues to shape her life now, her pride in being Salfordian and learning about the city's heritage.

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms or via our website: https://artwithheart.org.uk/salford-voices-podcast/



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford and Salford City Council. A special thanks to For Housing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, .

04/06/2026

The third episode of our Salford Voices Salfordians mini episodes - featuring interviews with Salford residents - features scientist turned local historian Paul Sherlock from Swinton, who discusses the importance of passing down knowledge about the local area to future generations.

Listen to the episode in full on all major podcasting platforms or via our website: https://artwithheart.org.uk/salford-voices-podcast/



This project has been made possible by the generous support of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and The Booth Charities. It has been funded by UK Government with support from Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford and Salford City Council. A special thanks to For Housing, Salford, and to our brilliant partner, Reform Radio.

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Islington Mill 1 James Street Salford M3 5HW
Manchester
M502UW

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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