Saturday 20 August, 2-4pm
MAKING MYTHS
A writing workshop for adults presented by Mara the Storyteller (Mara Menzies) using the structures and archetypes of classic myth and legend, but bringing those into the present to create new mythologies for Scotland that include voices and issues of historically underrepresented groups.
***This workshop is specifically for women and people of marginalised genders.***
Tickets: £5 via Eventbrite here
Mara Menzies is an award-winning performance storyteller whose dynamic, colourful style brings this ancient artform to life.
She has been invited to share stories in 27 countries with her latest production, ‘Blood and Gold’ exploring the legacy of colonialism and slavery through myth, legend and fantasy.
Mara draws on her rich cultural heritage to create stories that explore our deepest fears, joys, loves, jealousies, passions and mysteries. She finds the truths about humanity in stories. She creates bespoke stories informing, inspiring and entertaining.
Find out more about Mara here
Blunt Knife Co. is pleased to present this workshop as part of an event series highlighting alternative stories from Scotland, as part of Scotland Year of Stories 2022.
The series consists of four events in August that support, showcase and encourage local storytelling from marginalised groups and emerging artists.
More info on the rest of the event series here
Blunt Knife Co. is a not-for-profit social enterprise supporting creative women & people of marginalised genders.
This event series is supported by the Year of Stories 2022 Community Stories Fund. This fund is being delivered in partnership between VisitScotland and Museums Galleries Scotland with support from National Lottery Heritage Fund thanks to National Lottery players.
