Writing about Grief @ Central Library

This workshop will explore a subconscious route into writing whether that be inspired by words, poetry, articles or provocations. This is a space to feel excited, curious and open minded whilst exploring our own connection to grief , in whatever form that may be. With no requirement or expectation to finish or showcase work, this is a chance to explore and play.

To get to the workshop, take the lift to the 3rd Floor. Turn left when you come out. Go through the double doors and the Chief Librarian's Office will be directly to your left.

My Mum's Dead Boyfriend R&D

These workshops are part of a larger project No Door Theatre are running - My Mum's Boyfriend R&D. Following the death of Sarah's mum's partner, she wanted to see more work about how we experience grief when the loss isn't a direct family member. No Door Theatre are going to explore the hierarchy of grief and celebrate our non-traditional relationships, creating a fun and formally innovative piece of art. This is an Arts Council National Lottery Project Grant funded project and is being run with support from multiple bereavement and mental health organisations including 42nd Street, Let's Talk About Loss and Cruse Bereavement Care.

Lauren-Nicole Mayes

Blackpool born and bred, Lauren is a working-class writer and actress and one of the five selected writers for the inaugural Sky Studios & Box Of Tricks ScreenPlay Award. In 2022 her one woman play Dear Little Loz was developed and commissioned by Izzy Parriss Productions which was selected to perform a full run at Surgeons Hall - Edinburgh Fringe receiving rave reviews. In 2023 she was selected for BBC Writers room: Northern Voices. For screen, her TV Drama BABYNUN XO is now in development with It’s All Made Up Productions ( Philip Barantini) with a broadcaster attached.

As an actress Lauren is best known for playing Chantelle Wilder on Coronation Street, Gina King in the ITV drama The Bay and Lauren in the BFI film – Another Side of Valerie Hope alongside Kate Robbins. This April Lauren will be playing the role of Cassie in Alice Christina-Corrigan’s world debut of her play FADE at The Lowry and Leeds Playhouse.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Manchester Central Library, Manchester Central Library, Manchester, United Kingdom