Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham
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Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou will be conducted on 25 October 2026 at Waterstones in Nottingham. This workshop will explore the beloved horror genre in conjunction with the theme of the event 'I Was A Teenage Bisexual'.
To coincide with I Was A Teenage Bisexual', Polis Loizou is offering a workshop about playing one of the most beloved genres.
To coincide with the performance of 'I Was A Teenage Bisexual' (part of the Queer Up Duck festival), award-winning author and theatre-maker Polis Loizou is offering a workshop about playing with one of the most beloved genres. In an informal and friendly session, you'll chop up elements of horror and experiment with creating your own monster piece of literature or theatre. This is a space for you to tap into your creativity and play with ideas, tone, language and more. All welcome.
Polis Loizou is an award-winning Cypriot author, playwright, performer and oral storyteller based in Nottingham. He’s the author of queer folk-horror novella A Good Year and has written, directed and produced a number of one-act shows that have toured the UK fringe circuit. His solo theatrical work includes 'Mr Fox', 'You Oughta Be In Pictures' and the Arts Council-funded 'I Was A Teenage Bisexual'.
For any queries or accessibility requirements please contact events.nottingham@waterstones.com
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Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 15:00.
Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham is held at Waterstones in Nottingham (1-5 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham, NG1 2GR).
Tickets for Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham are priced at £3. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Waterstones can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham 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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Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou will be conducted on 25 October 2026 at Waterstones in Nottingham. This workshop will explore the beloved horror genre in conjunction with the theme of the event 'I Was A Teenage Bisexual'.
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To coincide with I Was A Teenage Bisexual', Polis Loizou is offering a workshop about playing one of the most beloved genres.
To coincide with the performance of 'I Was A Teenage Bisexual' (part of the Queer Up Duck festival), award-winning author and theatre-maker Polis Loizou is offering a workshop about playing with one of the most beloved genres. In an informal and friendly session, you'll chop up elements of horror and experiment with creating your own monster piece of literature or theatre. This is a space for you to tap into your creativity and play with ideas, tone, language and more. All welcome.
Polis Loizou is an award-winning Cypriot author, playwright, performer and oral storyteller based in Nottingham. He’s the author of queer folk-horror novella A Good Year and has written, directed and produced a number of one-act shows that have toured the UK fringe circuit. His solo theatrical work includes 'Mr Fox', 'You Oughta Be In Pictures' and the Arts Council-funded 'I Was A Teenage Bisexual'.
For any queries or accessibility requirements please contact events.nottingham@waterstones.com
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1-5 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham, NG1 2GR
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When is Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham?
Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 15:00.
Where is Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham taking place?
Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham is held at Waterstones in Nottingham (1-5 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham, NG1 2GR).
How much are tickets for Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham?
Tickets for Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham are priced at £3. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham?
The forecast for Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Waterstones can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Playing with Horror with Polis Loizou - Nottingham?
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