Kirkstall: Lisa Holdsworth – Inside Stories @ Abbey House Museum
September 2 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Calling all media, film and writing students – this one’s for you. Perfect for aspiring writers, media students and anyone who loves great storytelling.
Join award‑winning screenwriter Lisa Holdsworth at Abbey House Museum on 2 September, 6:30pm–8pm, for an exclusive deep‑dive into how some of the UK’s biggest TV dramas are made.
Lisa has written for Call The Midwife, Midsomer Murders, All Creatures Great and Small and the acclaimed play Black Teeth and a Brilliant Smile. She also created Dreamers for Channel 4 – a standout Leeds‑set drama that showcased her sharp storytelling and cemented her reputation as one of the region’s most exciting screenwriters.
In this special evening talk, Lisa will take you inside her creative process – from breaking into the industry to shaping beloved shows, sharing behind‑the‑scenes insights, career highs and the lessons learned along the way.
Enjoy a live Q&A and a complimentary alcoholic or non‑alcoholic drink.
This event links to our current exhibition Literature in Leeds: Prose, Poetry and Plays.
Abbey House Museum
2 September
6:30pm–8pm
Perfect for aspiring writers, media students and anyone who loves great storytelling.