Aproxima is an arts collective based in Glasgow. It creates multi-disciplinary work that spans live productions, community food initiatives, creative design and public interventions. Aproxima works at both a hyperlocal and national scale, often outdoors or in unusual or unused places with the involvement of local people.
Each project is unique and an evolving part of the whole, but driven by an inspiring core collaborative team of writers, artists, designers and producers.
Aproxima was founded in 2018 by Angus Farquhar, one of Scotland’s leading artists. He set a benchmark for innovative interpretation and appreciation of Scotland’s heritage, creating exciting and memorable events often in powerful natural settings over 25 years with NVA (1992-2017).
Programme
Current
Glasgow Requiem
A stunningly designed volunteer led urban vegetable garden with an inspiring event programme.
Recent
Dear Europe
For National Theatre of Scotland
A visceral and legally challenging plea to stay in the EU.
Over Lunan
Marking the 700th anniversary of The Declaration of Arbroath.
A spellbinding live production in Scotland’s highest sand dunes and an original radio play.
An Empty Gunny Bag Cannot Stand
Glasgow Community Initiative of the Year 2021
A community growing project taking over one whole street in lockdown, culminating with a sharing of music, food and creativity at a bespoke “Chip Shop”
Second Citizen
A visually captivating dual marimba band utilising complex polyrhythms and electronics.
Dandelion
Co-lead consortium partner on successful national bid.
An inspiring Scotland wide arts-led programme with thousands growing their own food.
Kelvindale Growers Garden
A stunningly designed volunteer led urban vegetable garden with an inspiring event programme.
Creative Collective
Angus Farquhar - Creative Director
James Johnson - Design Director
Purni Morell - Co-Director
Dolly Dean - Producer
Cameron Sinclair - Composer/Musician
Andrew Knight-Hill - Composer/Technical Partner - University of Greenwich
