Playwrights’ Gathering with Nicola Werenowska

In a changing political landscape here and internationally what does it mean to create political theatre? How do we position ourselves and our work? How do we respond to changing political trends? What are our responsibilities as playwrights to question and challenge dominant political narratives? What and how are the stories we need to tell? And who are we talking to?

Drawing on her own work, (in particular, her current adaptation of Brecht’s ‘Fear and Misery of the 3 rd Reich’), award winning ND playwright Nicola Werenowska will explore how she has engaged with the political in different ways in her own practice, encourage group discussion around this subject and invite participants to take part in individual & group writing exercises.

Event Times*:

6.30pm – 7pm: Arrivals

7pm – 7.15pm: Brief Introductions

7.15pm – 7.45pm: Talk and discussion on Political theatre followed by a short creative exercise

7.45pm – 7.55pm: Comfort break

7.55pm – 8.45pm: Extended creative exercises and sharing

8.45pm – 9.15pm: Complimentary drinks and networking

9.15pm: Event ends

*Please note, these times may be subject to change. A full agenda will be emailed to participants in advance of the event.

Where will the event take place? 

This Playwrights’ Gathering will take place in the rehearsal room at The Mercury Theatre, Colchester. The room and building is fully accessible for wheelchairs and can be accessed by stairs or lifts. If you have any access needs you would like to make us aware of to be able to fully participate in this event, you can complete our Playwrights East access rider, or email [email protected] 

Do I need to bring anything with me? 

As this event will involve some creative exercises and writing, you may wish to bring pens, pencils, a notebook, laptop, dictaphone, or anything else with you that you may need to participate. Some basic stationary and spare paper will be available on the night.