Very excited to be filming this event tonight for Not Shut Up Magazine Academy.
Not Shut Up is a not-for-profit organisation that publishes a quarterly magazine featuring artwork and creative writing from individuals in prisons, secure hospitals or other places of secure custody.
The newly launched Academy supports those who are now on the outside and looking to develop their practice as professional artists and writers.
Tonight’s lineup includes a performance by playwright, screenwriter and artist Dean Stalham; readings by poet Cliff Hughes and author Chris Wilson; and a talk by Jean-Marc Mahy, ahead of the upcoming UK tour of his play A Man Standing, inspired by his three years in solitary confinement.
It’s a real privilege to be involved with such a great organisation, promoting healing, expanding minds and working with some fantastic people.
More info on the organisation and news on what I’m getting up to with them coming soon!
Find out more about Not Shut Up and the Academy here: http://www.notshutup.org
Emma Burles 