Poetry Club

About the workshops:

These workshops aim to help people engage with poetry as a creative wellbeing tool

for self-expression/exploration and connect with others through art. It is a relaxed

and fun workshop for all abilities, helping you improve your content, form, structure,

and editing skills. The workshops will be a drop-in style, so you can attend every

week or whenever you are able to. The workshop topics will also be influenced by

the participants' interests.

About the facilitator:

Lauren Temple is a multidisciplinary creative from Manchester. She sees herself as a

storyteller, often using a narrative style that weaves fantasy with mundanity to

examine our contemporary life. Lauren’s work often focuses on queerness,

feminism, and mental health. Lauren has worked with organisations such as

Manchester International Festival, Apples and Snakes, HOME Theatre, and

Manchester City of Literature. Altrincham born and bred, Lauren is passionate about

supporting local creatives.

About the venue:

Right at the heart of Altrincham, Oyez Arts is a community arts organisation, located

at the historic Altrincham Town Hall. Our workshops will be located in their Stamford

Rooms, an inspiring space with beautiful stained-glass windows and artwork lining

the walls. Teas and coffees will be available during the workshop at an extra £1. The

venue has a ramp access and disabled toilets. The venue is a short walk from

Altrincham metrolink and with nearby carparks available.