Ria Hartley

Ria Hartley is an interdisciplinary artist, researcher, activist and educator based in Manchester (UK).

Their work is located within the fields of Live Art and Contemporary performance practices taking forms described as devised theatre; time-based visual performance; site-specific; 1:1 & intimate works; socially engaged; durational; interventions; ritual; performance art; internet and screen based; still and moving image and installation.

Their work is focused in four main areas: work for and of the self; work to share with audiences; collaboration and co-creation; and new models and practices of production for empowering creative communities. They also work as a consultant & mentor, facilitate and lead workshops, present talks, and develop pedagogy.