Sip & Scrawl - A Creative Writing Experience
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Sip & Scrawl - A Creative Writing Experience

By Mike Sheer

Sip and enjoy creative writing games and challenges, guided by comedian and writing coach Mike Sheer, in the Bermondsey Beer Mile!

Location

Hiver Taproom - Bermondsey Beer Mile

56 Stanworth Street London SE1 3NY United Kingdom

Agenda

7:00 PM - 7:15 PM

Welcome & Warm-Up


Meet your host, grab your complimentary drink, and get settled. We’ll start with fun, free-writing prompts to loosen up your imagination and get your pen going.

7:15 PM - 7:30 PM

Haiku Practice


Capture the moment in miniature poems. Explore personal experiences, daily life, and the world around you through playful haiku writing.

7:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Sensory Writing & Observations


Describe spaces, objects, or experiences using your senses and feelings rather than just sight. Learn to see the ordinary in new ways.

7:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Making It About You


Mix personal storytelling with quirky prompts inspired by real-world news. Connect your own experiences to broader, unexpected contexts.

8:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Secret Life of Things


Give everyday objects their own voice. Write from unusual perspectives and explore humor, empathy, and imagination.

8:15 PM - 8:45 PM

Character & Dialogue Games


Easily create characters and play with logic, conflict, and storytelling structure in short, interactive exercises.

8:45 PM - 9:00 PM

Wrap-Up & Ode To Your Drink


You choose from a selection of final prompts related to what you've done throughout, putting punctuation on your creative journey. A final ode to your drink - cheers!

Good to know

Highlights

  • 2 hours
  • Ages 18+
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

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Remember how fun it was to think up wild stuff as a kid?

Get back to your creative roots with this playful two-hour writing session hosted by comedian and writing coach Mike Sheer, in the world famous Bermondsey Beer Mile.

Kick back with your tipple of choice, and enjoy a delightful mix of innovative and juicy creative writing games and challenges. Share your results or keep them in the drawer - it's up to you. This is a safe space to explore sideways thinking, celebrate imperfection, and let loose on the page.

This isn't about trying to be the next literary genius. It's for those looking to unwind, make themselves laugh, and celebrate their unique voice.

Ready to make writing fun again? Your imagination is waiting to party!

What You Get

- Two hours of guided creative writing, with various games and prompts

- Access to Mike's 20 years of professional experience writing and performing comedy, and coaching writers

- A complimentary glass of wine, bottle of Hiver honey beer, or soft drink on arrival (more drinks available for purchase)

- A PDF one-pager of creative inspo to your inbox, for future reference

What You'll Need

- Basic English writing skills

- An open mind

- Something to write with (although pen and paper will be provided and are preferred... this is a great opportunity to get away from the screen!)

Venue is wheelchair accessible.

Please note this class may be subject to cancelling or rescheduling if minimum enrollment isn't met. Thanks for your understanding and flexibility!

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