
Lilith. The Other Side of the Story
Thu 21 Jan · 18:00
The Portico Library
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Lilith. The Other Side of the Story will be performed at The Portico Library in Manchester on 21 January 2027. This one-woman storytelling show by Katy Cawkwell explores the mythological figure of Lilith and themes of female empowerment.
Before there was Eve, there was Lilith . . . Performance storytelling by Katy Cawkwell.
An uplifting one-woman storytelling show.
An exploration and celebration of female power through the mythological figure of Lilith. Provocative & entertaining, subversive & seductive.
Lilith, the first wife of Adam, was not prepared to lie down and accept what was given to her. Thrown out of Eden, she slithered back in to take her revenge and wake Eve up to what her body could do.
Viewed as a demon, worshipped as a goddess, adored as the Queen of Sheba, Lilith slips out of the Bible, reclaims the narrative and is dancing with us still, forever free.
Katy Cawkwell mixes myth from Arabia, Ethiopia, Mesopotamia and Jewish tradition, with a dash of feminist flavouring and a large dollop of her own wild dreaming.
Katy Cawkwell
Katy has been storytelling for nearly 30 years, featuring in international festivals from India to Iceland and captivating audiences from the Barbican stage to a burial chamber on Anglesey. Shortlisted for an Arts Foundation Award, featured on Radio 3 and 4. Previous work includes:
Visions, Tristan & Iseult, Rhiannon, The Wounded King, Odysseus & Penelope, The Kingdom of the Heart, Sigurd & Fafnir, The Falcon Bride (Njal
Saga) and she has featured five times in the cabaret show Women Who Gave No F**ks . She also runs Artemis Storytelling, bringing the best of UK storytelling to Exeter and helping local tellers find their voice.
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Frequently asked questions
Lilith. The Other Side of the Story takes place on Thursday, 21 January 2027 at 18:00.
Lilith. The Other Side of the Story is held at The Portico Library in Manchester (57 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HY).
Tickets for Lilith. The Other Side of the Story range from £11.55 to £16.96. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Portico Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Lilith. The Other Side of the Story can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Lilith. The Other Side of the Story will be performed at The Portico Library in Manchester on 21 January 2027. This one-woman storytelling show by Katy Cawkwell explores the mythological figure of Lilith and themes of female empowerment.
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Before there was Eve, there was Lilith . . . Performance storytelling by Katy Cawkwell.
An uplifting one-woman storytelling show.
An exploration and celebration of female power through the mythological figure of Lilith. Provocative & entertaining, subversive & seductive.
Lilith, the first wife of Adam, was not prepared to lie down and accept what was given to her. Thrown out of Eden, she slithered back in to take her revenge and wake Eve up to what her body could do.
Viewed as a demon, worshipped as a goddess, adored as the Queen of Sheba, Lilith slips out of the Bible, reclaims the narrative and is dancing with us still, forever free.
Katy Cawkwell mixes myth from Arabia, Ethiopia, Mesopotamia and Jewish tradition, with a dash of feminist flavouring and a large dollop of her own wild dreaming.
Katy Cawkwell
Katy has been storytelling for nearly 30 years, featuring in international festivals from India to Iceland and captivating audiences from the Barbican stage to a burial chamber on Anglesey. Shortlisted for an Arts Foundation Award, featured on Radio 3 and 4. Previous work includes:
Visions, Tristan & Iseult, Rhiannon, The Wounded King, Odysseus & Penelope, The Kingdom of the Heart, Sigurd & Fafnir, The Falcon Bride (Njal
Saga) and she has featured five times in the cabaret show Women Who Gave No F**ks . She also runs Artemis Storytelling, bringing the best of UK storytelling to Exeter and helping local tellers find their voice.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Lilith. The Other Side of the Story?
Lilith. The Other Side of the Story takes place on Thursday, 21 January 2027 at 18:00.
Where is Lilith. The Other Side of the Story taking place?
Lilith. The Other Side of the Story is held at The Portico Library in Manchester (57 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HY).
How much are tickets for Lilith. The Other Side of the Story?
Tickets for Lilith. The Other Side of the Story range from £11.55 to £16.96. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Lilith. The Other Side of the Story?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Portico Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Lilith. The Other Side of the Story?
Tickets for Lilith. The Other Side of the Story can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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