Spring into Creativity at The Writers’ Block! We’ve got a brilliant mix of events coming up this term — from performances for kids to inspiring sessions for adults looking to boost their writing skills. Whether you’re just starting out or already scribbling away, there’s something for everyone.
Events include:
Speakeasy Online
Tue 22 Apr 2025 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Whether you're a storyteller, poet, or fiction writer, we want to hear from you! This is your chance to share your work, discover new voices, and meet like-minded creatives in a welcoming, supportive space. In celebration of Earth Day, we’re encouraging poetry and prose that explores themes 'Earth', its beauty or it's challenges, and our relationship with nature.
Writing for The Stage - 8 Week Course
Thu 24 Apr 2025 6:00 PM - Thu 12 Jun 8:30 PM
This 8 week course looks at the creativity and craft of writing for the stage. We explore theme, story, characters, dialogue, setting and staging through workshops, group discussions and feedback, culminating in a creative sharing event at The Minack Theatre.
Writers' Hour Local (London Writers' Salon)
Thu 24 Apr 2025 6:00 PM - Thu 12 Jun 8:30 PM
You don't need to write alone. Write in community with us. Writers' Hour is a focused, silent hour to work on your own writing project alongside fellow writers
From Home to Home - Sue Wallace-Shaddad
Wed 30 Apr 2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
In this workshop, Sue will explore with participants what ‘home’ means and how migration, displacement and exile can affect a sense of home. You will read and discuss poems, respond to writing prompts (writing poetry or prose), drawing on your own experience or that of others, whether past or present.
Everybody has a Story
Tue 13 May 2025 10:00 AM - Tue 17 Jun 2025 1:00 PM
Join these friendly, relaxed creative writing workshops and reap the benefits of the written word. Workshop leaders Jo Lumber, Lucy Beckley and Casey Bottono will guide you through 6 weeks of writing prompts designed to ignite your creativity and keep your inspiration flowing.
Discover the full programme here.