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.