Natalie Mitchell
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Award winning writer. Waterloo Road, EastEnders, The Piper, Germ Free Adolescent. Ones to Watch 2019, BAFTA Connect 23/24
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When I wrote this
#EastEnders
scene, I didn’t envisage
@Rylan
taking my joke and making it 100 times funnier 😳
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I wrote a Connections play for the National in 2018. After which the new work department ghosted me- wouldn't reply to emails or come and see any of my work. So what am I supposed to do? Sit at home earning no money while theatres ignore me?
National Theatre director Rufus Norris has warned that a surge in opportunities with streaming platforms including Netflix and Amazon is taking talent away from theatre
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Just had funding rejected on a project which is a true story. Feedback includes “the characters are stereotypes.” For me, this is a great example of how difficult it is to make work about people & communities who are under represented. Real people are assumed to be stereotypes.
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The news about Holby City is gutting. If you're taking joy in it, or shouting EastEnders/ Casualty next- then give your heads a wobble. Many talented people are losing their jobs. It is nothing to take pleasure in. So much love to my continuing drama family.
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This is the full scene. Such heart and authenticity. A titan of a performer who always played the truth.
#EastEnders
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
. It’s my first ep back for a while, hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Mel is near breaking point; Mick gets some help; Max can’t keep up and Mo attempts to flirt.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
. As I was working on it I bumped into the family of my boyfriend from school, Jon Arundell, who passed away from a brain tumour in 2019. A reminder that the stories we tell impact real people every day, & that comes with incredible responsibility.
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If you are one of the 1.5million who is considered most vulnerable and in complete lockdown, make sure you have registered on the government website. We just got an emergency food package delivered. 😭
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Jimmy Corkhill remains one of the most iconic soap characters ever, years after Brookside finished. RIP Dean Sullivan.
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I wrote tonight's
#EastEnders
. Ben's bad day gets even worse as Keanu's actions cause him to worry for Callum; Karen sings a power ballad; Leo still has his eye on Whitney (where's he going to the toilet?!?); and Jean & Daniel will completely melt your hearts.
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It’s taken 13 yrs to get a London run & published book of my own. Thank you
@BunkerTheatreUK
&
@NickHernBooks
. It truly means the world to me. All you other sloggers & workhorses out there- I see you and appreciate you.
#GermFree
#GermFreeAdolescent
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So so sad to hear about the death of Roberta Taylor. An
#EastEnders
and
#TheBill
legend. This scene where Terry tells Irene that Troy has left has always been one of my absolute favourites. Beautifully written and performed. An absolute Queen ❤️
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We’re ready to welcome a new family member soon. But is he a Cecil or a Terry?
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For everyone who looks at your tattoos and says "but what about when you're older?"
Yeah, I'll still look fucking wicked.
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Tonight’s
#EastEnders
is another one written by me- it’s my last one for a while & what a gift of an ep to go out on. Angela Wynter is incredible as Yolande seeking justice, and this cuts against more Mo and Stevie silliness. It was an absolute treat to write ❤️
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No. THEATRES need to commission & programme the plays women are already writing- don't fucking blame us.
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Cremated my father in law yesterday, husband made redundant today. Life comes at you HARD.
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I wrote tonight‘s
#EastEnders
and Shane’s performance as Alfie is absolutely beautiful. Some gorgeous scenes with Linda, Ian and Billy, and one with Phil which is my favourite. Two men, neither of them articulating what they really feel.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
- Di Parish & Don Gilet are amazing as Denise challenges Lucas & puts herself in danger. Mick and Linda aren’t going to let things drop with Sharon and Phil; Billy tries to get a job; and Bernie shows him how it’s done!
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It is 10.30pm on a Saturday night, and I’ve just been sent notes for scripts that are due in on Monday. This is NOT acceptable.
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The series 3 finale of
#SlowHorses
was perfection. Tense, emotional and absolutely hilarious, with sublime writing and performances.
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Doing my tax return, and as I go through my diary to match up my travel receipts to specific meetings, it reminds me just how many times I've had a meeting, sent pitches/ scripts across, and NEVER heard from them again. This is why a lot of writers aren't keen on generals.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
& it was a tough one for me. Zaraah as Chelsea gives a beautiful performance. I did manage to get Rainie dancing to Come on Eileen and Zack doing the Macarena, whilst Bobby tries to cheer up Kathy & Sonia, so it’s not all gloomy!
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BBC: "No one can make a show worse than Even Better Than the Real Thing"
ITV: "Hold my beer"
#GuessTheStar
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I think my favourite thing about this reboot is that it’s reminding people of the superstar that is Eunice Huthart.
#gladiators
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It was a real privilege to write tonight’s
#EastEnders
. Rainie’s feelings are very resonant for me, so it was written with a huge amount of love & tears. It’s not often we get to focus on just two stories in an ep & the performances are stunning.
#Stainie
will break your heart.
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NT Connections Festival starts today & it’s a big moment for me. 12yrs as a writer, 10 plays written, & this is the first to be published. This career is tough. It’s not linear, it fetishises the new, the young, the sexy. But for my fellow work horses out there: keep going!
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Rod Stewart looks like he’s being held captive and forced to hold up the paper to prove the date.
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Any female writer could have told you this. People will shout that things have improved, male writers will tell you that we’re taking their jobs. But the data doesn’t lie. This is not a level playing field for women.
Number Of Female Writers & Directors On British TV Shows Fell Between 2016 & 2022, Diamond Report Reveals
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
. Lola’s karaoke party doesn’t go to plan as her health deteriorates further; Eve learns about Stacey’s cam work; Elaine has it in for Alfie & it’s been seven years since The Duchess Peggy Mitchell passed. Lola & Billy are ❤️💔
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There is zero point in companies boasting about having safeguarding policies. It’s meaningless. As freelancers we often have no clear reporting lines, no access to HR. And if you speak up, you suddenly find yourself out of favour so bad behaviour continues.
#Dispatches
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Fine every single tier 4 “influencer” who went on holiday claiming it was “business”, then fine the so-called businesses, then fine them again for the inevitable breaking of quarantine after they fly home.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
. Phil is FEWMIN; Karen has big tonsils; Kush thinks he’s seen a ghost; and Mick & Mitch debate the most important issue: Is Die Hard a Christmas film or not? 🤔🤔🤔
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Holy shit. The performances from Gretchen Franklin and June Brown during this storyline were extraordinary.
#EastEnders
#ClassicEastEnders
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
& it’s one of my faves. There’s a hungover Kim; a choreographed dance with Patrick & Bernie dressed as elves; Denise & Jack being cute and a shock kiss- I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
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Wes, this DOES NOT make you look like a dick. Hayley played a game, got caught out and you had your friends back. Bin Laura off.
#loveisland
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Ha ha, I’m still waiting for a reply to an email sent in 2018 (one I was asked to send, following a meeting) 🙄😬🤪
‘It’s the talent pipeline’: inside the National Theatre’s hit-making hothouse
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
& Jordan’s baptism is a tough day for Yolande- will she be able to go through with it? Also- Callum won’t let sleeping dogs lie; Kim wears an enormous hat; & Rylan gets a mention. I was so buzzing to write for Alan Ford-Stevie and Mo together are 👌
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Been really struggling this week. Just keep reminding myself of this.
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I didn’t know this was out yet! My second published play in the past three months: When They Go Low was part of NT Connections in 2018. Need a play with a large & predominantly female cast? Check it out!!
Say hello to our first new playscript arrivals of 2020! 👋📚🎭
Out now, these ace
@NTConnections
plays are perfect for a large cast of young people to perform:
When They Go Low by
@Mitchell_Nat
The Small Hours by Katherine Soper
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
& all you need to know is that Callum spends most of the episode dressed as Boy George.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
, back when people could go to pubs & cafes. It features boggle; hot hot cross buns; a drunk Patrick; Karen & Sheree on karaoke and my signature move- a random reference to Sam Fox.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
- it’s Xmas Eve in Albert Square & Tina, Billy & Mick are all in a bad way. Honey’s community event continues with a slide show of residents past & present & an amazing gospel choir singing Stay Another Day & Silent Night. Get the tissues out 😭
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
- what is Chelsea gonna do now she knows the truth about Gray?!?! Meanwhile, Kathy & Sonia drown their sorrows, Dotty become public enemy number one & Janine puts her plan into action. But does it have the desired outcome?
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
& if you aren’t already in love with Lola and Jay, you will be by the end. Kheerat & Ravi have an eventful Diwali; Whitney gets a shock & Harvey has a shocker.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
, my first ep back after sick leave! Kathy & Rocky are having a mare; Dean has a visitor; Keanu’s under pressure; Harvey & Jean have some viccy sponge; and spot where the Greek in me came out during a showdown.
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If you want to write for TV but are snobby about long running shows, you’re being snobby about your potential audience too.
"One thing you very often find is that people will be dying for a job in television, but they don't watch it..." Russell T Davies gives advice to those looking to break into the television industry 📺
You can watch the full interview with Russell T Davies on the Be Inspired
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Watching Marc’s confidence grow is really emotional. He’s clearly been struggling with his mental health and it’s frustrating seeing the lack of understanding in people’s comments.
#RaceAcrossTheWorld
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
: Rainie won’t drop the Max issue so Mick is forced to play seriously dirty; Whitney’s gig doesn’t quite go to plan; things get worse for Martin; and Harvey & Mitch play tiddlywinks.
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Heading to the hospital for surgery number 7 wearing this amazing T-shirt I found yesterday. Need some kick ass Madonna energy. Please send good thoughts and positive vibes ❤️❤️
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This
#Bros
programme on BBC4 is the music documentary we didn’t know we wanted, but is absolute gold.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
and it’s not the greatest bank holiday for Linda as Janine’s machinations reach a new low. Also, Jean’s back in Walford; Felix & Finlay throw a carnival party; and Shirley may or may not admit to doing a bit of role play.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
& now that Zack’s HIV diagnosis is public, how will people react? (Spoiler- we’ve not moved on as much as we’d like to think we have) Lola has a tough conversation with Billy & makes a huge decision; and a blast from the past surprises Sharon.
Lola needs to break the devastating news to Billy in
#EastEnders
, tonight at 7.30pm on
@BBCOne
and on
@BBCiPlayer
.
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Yes, this is the industry newspaper giving a platform to a known abuser. Tell me again how cancel culture ruins men's lives?
Max Stafford-Clark has spoken out for the first time about the sexual harassment allegations that led to his exit from Out of Joint and to "the collapse of my world”, in a new book in which he also discusses his plans for a new theatre company
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Waterloo Road is back, and I was lucky enough to write an episode in this series!
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Today is the start of baby loss awareness week. I carry my losses with me every day. Some days are harder than others, and this tattoo reminds me that even though they are not earth side, I am still a mother.
#BLAW
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This weird obsession on
#IbizaWeekender
of Reps having to be single and make themselves available to guests who fancy them is appalling. They’re holiday reps, not prostitutes.
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Went to see Nanny Ei today- the first time since we lost the baby. As we were leaving, she gave us a little envelope with this note in. 😭😭😭
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
: Linda puts her heart on the line & Janine has a proposition for her; Jean has an incident at the hospital; Frankie gives Callum advice about Ben; and I managed to sneak a Cypriot in (named Yiannis after my granddad!)
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Proud wife klaxon!!!!!! It’s only been 3 years since Sam bought a cheap camera off eBay & taught himself how to take photos. No training, no flash equipment, & does it all round his full time construction job. My working class hero. ❤️❤️❤️
Absolutely thrilled to announce my image ‘Nan with Broken Arm’ has been shortlisted for the
@1854
Portrait of Britain 2019 award and will feature in the book published by
@HoxtonMiniPress
! Congrats to all winners!!!
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The news is out.
#TheBunker
will be closing in March. This team have achieved in 3 years, WITHOUT FUNDING, what some of our NPOs still claim not to be able to achieve in terms of platforming genuinely diverse voices.
@ChrisSonnex
,
@daveralf
& the team are extraordinary.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
- the fallout from Kush’s decision continues & Tiff & Dotty have a night from hell. This ep also has the campest cliff- all the way through the process I was sure I was going to be made to change it, but it survived exactly as originally pitched!
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Been struggling the last few day but keep reassuring myself of this: Good Things are coming.
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This is such a fantastic outcome for WGA writers who have shown incredible grit and solidarity through the strike. It really does highlight however the bad practices and deals UK based writers are subject to.
The WGA reached a tentative agreement with the AMPTP. Today, our Negotiating Committee, WGAW Board, and WGAE Council all voted unanimously to recommend the agreement. The strike ends at 12:01 am. Check out our deal at .
#WGAStrong
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What on Earth could Ann’s issue with Shane and Andrew be? 🤔 Stop fucking excusing her homophobia cos of her age.
#CBB
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I very rarely say this, but I just watched my eps for next week and they blew me away. I was so chuffed when I got them and loved writing them. Jean and Stacey will make you laugh and cry, their performances are superb.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
. Rainie gets some difficult news; Jay is left gobsmacked; Isaac likes ketchup; Kat secures a new job; and Shirley pushes Mick for the truth.
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Nine years married today. We celebrated in the best way we know how- with a Wimpy. Brian obviously got involved too.
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Tonight’s
#EastEnders
is another one written by me, and Linda’s day goes from bad to worse- will Janine get away with it? Also, Kheerat helps put a smile on Jean’s face, and did you know Stacey went through a goth phase? (Well, she wore dark eye shadow.)
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Much brighter than I planned, but I found some matching lipstick so 🤷🏼♀️
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Tonight’s
#EastEnders
is another written by me. Ben has a lot to think about & the extent of his struggles become clear; Chelsea tries to get Jack to see sense; and Keanu desperately searches for work. As an aside, there’s a scene between Jay & Ben in this ep I really love ❤️
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In the space of a few months in 1997, EastEnders did location shoots in Paris, Ireland AND Italy. Wonder if the writers were allowed to go? I’d be happy with Southend to be honest.
#ClassicEastEnders
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Don’t look at AI images of working class Glasgow from the 80s. Raymond Depardon’s photos are extraordinary & real. (Still can’t believe I managed to get a reference to him in EastEnders a few months ago)
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Let's not forget that axeing Holby City also reduced writer opportunities massively. It's incredibly hard out there at the moment, & these decisions are only going to make it harder for new writers to enter the industry, & established writers to stay.
#Doctors
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Stop “discussing” how to make TV more diverse and just DO IT. Look at your development teams- why aren’t they sending a wider range of projects up the chain? Do they all come from the same background/ experience and therefore have the same taste?
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There are two
#EastEnders
eps on tonight, both written by me. The fallout from Jags’ death continues; Lola realises that Isaac is struggling; Bernie takes drastic action; Rocky tries to bring Iqra & Mila back together & Girls Aloud feature in an unlikely way.
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Good riddance to 2021, our annus horribilis. A year full of grief, loss and resilience. Here’s to a more positive 2022.
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In 2020 I’d love to be a writer on attachment or in residence somewhere. If the universe can fix that up for me, I’d be really grateful. Also, please could someone let me write a pantomime, and commission a pilot TV script from me. TIA
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
. Nish undermines Suki to go head to head against Phil; Zack & Chelsea support Whitney to make a decision; Sonia struggles with Jed in her ‘casa’ and Emma has a dog called Colin.
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This is a good interview with Michelle Keegan. She says: “There’s a lot of snobbery surrounding soaps… because it’s seen as working class- people look down on it.” So true.
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To celebrate my day of birth, I’m paying some things forward. Firstly I still have some copies of my plays I’d like to donate to youth theatres/ non fee paying schools.
#GermFreeAdolescent
is great for audition monologues & discussions re: sex & mental health (1)
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
: the mystery of Alyssa’s parentage is finally revealed; it’s a bad day for Nancy as the “joke” she played on Frankie becomes public; Denise is unimpressed to hear about Chelsea’s engagement; and Callum is surprised when he learns Ben’s body count.
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One of my fave ever Christmas eps of
#ClassicEastEnders
was on yesterday. Terry realising Irene had been sleeping with Troy. No big fireworks just beautiful, emotionally truthful scenes. Over 20 years later it still stayed with me.
#EastEnders
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All these old men not requiring trigger warnings need to check their privilege. There have been shows featuring baby loss that I’ve needed to be forewarned of cos it’s fucking awful being confronted with. THAT is what trigger warnings are for. To protect people who need it.
Scrap trigger warnings for theatre audiences, says Ralph Fiennes
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Yesterday I was called aggressive in a meeting. It upset me so much I hid in a toilet & cried. Today I’m thinking fuck it, I’m gonna embrace that new identity. Try not to cross me. I might cry aggressively at you.
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This cartoon reconstruction of Daniel Khalife’s arrest has me howling.
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I wrote tonight’s
#EastEnders
& Danielle & Jamie smash it out the park again as Lola is forced to face the truth. Eve is home & comes face to face with Nish; Ravi’s plan hits a stumbling block; the new housemates at No. 1 have a night out; and Rocky has a hangover.
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Tonight’s
#EastEnders
is another one of mine: Jack is desperate to find Denise & will do whatever it takes to make Lucas talk; Billy gets a wake up call; & Kush & Martin get fish & chips.
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As soon as I saw the mum hadn’t quit smoking despite her husband’s severe COPD I knew she was hard faced.
#24hoursinpolicecustody
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This has obviously hit a nerve, and I think the takeaway from it is: If you work in TV/ film/ theatre and invite a writer to meet and pitch, it is simply common courtesy to get back to them with a no, rather than ghost them for the rest of eternity.
Doing my tax return, and as I go through my diary to match up my travel receipts to specific meetings, it reminds me just how many times I've had a meeting, sent pitches/ scripts across, and NEVER heard from them again. This is why a lot of writers aren't keen on generals.
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Fuck all the front benchers defending Cummings. Look people who were refused the opportunity to hug and kiss their dying relatives, or attend their funerals due to the social distancing rules in the eye, and still say he was in the right.
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Busayo is in the show to make a point about structural racism. So many people not getting it.
#TheCircle
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Someone had edited Ekin-Su’s wiki to include journalist investigating Kate Middleton’s disappearance. Screaming!
#CBBUK
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Just heard the news about the axing of
#Doctors
. Terrible. There are almost no ways into the industry for new writers to learn, develop & get their first broadcast credits. Without shows like Doctors, where is the talent pipeline?
Terrible news about Doctors. I do wonder where new TV writers are meant to learn their craft in the UK. We need to address this as a matter of urgency.
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