I know things are tight with Xmas coming up. If anyone was able to help a family in Gaza directly this is my friends family who have lost everything. It’s been a nightmare. One of many stories. RT’s appreciated❤️🙏🏼
Awww my dear dear mum is at peace now bless her. Will miss her forever. Just want her to be remembered . I have had the greatest love because of her. A massive heart and stood strong through life’s challenges. I am in grief. Hope she is flying around with no stress &freedom.
@whufc_uk
Litter and dog poo everywhere I heard. People too posh to pick up. And people fart in the laundrette... inside the dryers. I saw lady bummington -smyth do it. High covid and heroin addiction rate. My prayers are with you 💕🙌🏽😝
@BootstrapCook
You speak so so well about something that is like a kick in the gut. You speak for so many. Thank you Jack. Sending love and gratitude. Must be exhausting at times. As you say the flipping audacity!
@simon_schama
Thank you for Acknowledging this. Really hoping for resolution and for us not to be divided. Thinking of everyone affected by this. May peace and coexistence reign . Best wishes.
@KirstieMAllsopp
@adilray
As a woman I didn’t even see ‘the mess’ I was more disgusted that some people think peeing on Asian men’s head and having sex on a prayer mat is banter. You are immediately thinking of how it affects you rather than how awful the actions are . Not everything is about you sorry.
@talkRADIO
@Iromg
@TVKev
@OliviaBUtley
You say he calls anyone right wing ‘far right’ but you call him ‘extreme left’ just for being left wing. You are doing exactly the same thing as you say he does 😂 . Blind hypocrisy is so entertaining!
@DouglasKMurray
Lots of Mosques organise collections for people struggling at Christmas what have you ever done for anyone else that didn’t benefit yourself ?
@sennaelz
You clearly have fear of someone that has the confidence to eat alone. Is it your childhood? I’m here for you! ( actually I’m not! I’m in Nando’s alooooooooone)
@jasebyjason
I lost my mum last year to cancer. My mum didn’t like the royals. I feel so so sad at this news. I wonder if I feel compassion for anyone affected by cancer but also somehow it brings back memories even if I don’t know the person. So a bit teary because of how scary it is.
"Its like walking through Meat in 👠"
"Nothings shared out right... 💰or💕
"I want a Jesus to come and change things again"
I was planning a hot girl summer but that can wait because I have a lot of work to do. Every northerners dream. I really hope to do it justice. Honored xx
Hello dears. I’d love good will , thoughts and prayers for healing for the dearest person in my life who is getting their scan results to see how effective chemotherapy has been. Thoughts really are with anyone who is going through the same xbig big love and thanks in advance 🥰
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi rajioon
Today my grandma will be laid to rest. she lived a fulfilled life, relentlessly served all the communities around her, loved her kids and grandkids and friends. Did not judge people’s life choices. And laughed a lot . She is missed big time. 🥲
Speaking to my mums consultant today . A tough convo ahead. I’m not saying this for like or anything but would love your prayers and thoughts of strength. F**k cancer honestly!
Had an amazing day auditioning fabulous, talented South Asian women for my short play!
#HalalHen
. It’s going to be very hard to cast!Nothing will make me prouder than to make work about my community that is positive, funny, fabulous! Seeing yourself represented is everything x
I feel sick to my stomach chasing payment for jobs. Sends me under honestly. So much time is waste trying not to be like F**k you , pay me! This type of behaviour sucks the joy out of my craft. But we move.
All these wonderful women have my heart! I’m so lucky to have them working on my short play - it’s Bridesmaids meets Corrie - the Asian version ❤️❤️🤓🌟 just writing the world I want to see! 😘☔️🥴🤪🍀🌟
My late mums birthday today. First one since she passed . Miss her infinitely. F me grief is rough . The more I love the more it burns. Riding the wave. Good to toast her with my sis dad and bro in law. Good moments bad moments. Life. Lots and lots of love x
So disappointed at how rude and horrible people have been to David Baddiel. He can't win whatever he says. And he didn't even say anything. If you follow his twitter feed it's upsetting. People have been reactionary without checking the facts.
@Casual_Rick
@mayo4u
@marclamonthill
Actually there was a campaign where Palestinians showed solidarity with the Black lives matter movement. If you google it , it should come up. And why not help people if you can. Best wishes.
@PetronellaWyatt
I don’t think people really want advice or inspiration from someone who slept with boris Johnson behind his wife’s back. For someone who stoops that low your confidence is inspiring though 😂
Excited and nervous to have a short play commissioned in collaboration with Burn Bright theatre company and the Octagon. Supporting Northern writers and getting in the mood for chrimbo! Lots of great events to check out so do have a gander! xx
We are thrilled to announce a line-up of on-line festive events this December! A live reading of
#CharlesDickens
’
#AChristmasCarol
, Christmas-themed
#StoryMakers
a Christmas Quiz and brand new play readings are all on the line-up.
Find out more:
I’m thrilled to be in great company and part of this! I’m also slightly bricking it because Vignettes is so wonderful! But it’s part of the journey and I cannot wait! Sheeeeeeeet! But yaaaaaaaaaay! Xx 💋 more wonderful people to be announced too ❤️
I took yesterday to say good bye to my wonderful wonderful Grandma and be with family. Gitika and everyone at Oldham have stood with me through everything. I will be back on tonight. Do come along. We are on until Saturday xx 😘
Just told 3 young ppl on the bus off for using racist disablist language. Met with a load of abuse. I swore back at them. Made fun of their eyebrows. Feel bad. They needed telling. Maybe the top deck of the bus isn’t the time for deep rhetoric. Was a bit scary but I tried.
Play 3/6: TWIRLIES AND GIRLIES
Twirlies and Girlies is written by Cathy Crabb and directed by Zoe Iqbal. Our wonderful
@tashacoops_
@ClaireKennedy0
@Lib_Novis
and Cate Moreland are the cast for this play! Keep your eyes peeled for play 4/6 cast announcement!
#newtalent
#MyColiseum
took me years to get my first theatre job in a production.
@OldhamColiseum
gave me my first shot and my first writing credit and my first job running writing workshops with the wonderful
@CHAI_Project
(queens) ❤️❤️❤️ also watched some banging shows! Gutted it’s gone.
Notes on grief - for the 2nd time someone has mentioned the loss of a family pet when giving me condolences about my mum. A pet of course is one of the family. But it’s not the same as losing my mum to me. Right that’s me being compassionate - the delulu of these MF’s tho 🤣🤣
I’m so lucky to have got in this writing programme. Glad it exists. I have a lot to learn, mistakes to make and creative breakthroughs to errrr breakthrough. Change is scary. Progression is worth it ❤️⭐️. Thanks so much
@bottc
for all you do to develop artists in the North West.
📣 NEWS: Meet the Accelerate Playwrights! Following our open call at the end of last year, Box of Tricks is delighted to announce the 12 Northern playwrights aged 35+ that we’ll support over the next nine months.
🔗 Find out more >>>
@calvinrobinson
As a Christian would you send Mary Joseph and Jesus to Rwanda out of interest? Do you except that people fleeing persecution should be helped? I think gods work is helping people that need it.
@Baddiel
David! I am half English half Pakistani and when I was growing up I saw you on telly and thought you were Asian! I was like yay! Representation! You are my favourite Brit Pakistani comedian from the 90's lol! I know you are ok but just think you don't deserve this crap! BW x
The Coliseum has survived two world wars and a pandemic and now it’s closing 😢😢. I’m gutted for the staff, crew, team, volunteers who put their heart and soul into their work. I’m gutted for the audiences and local communities. This shouldn’t be happening.
@Dominiquetaegon
I think your mental health should be respected absolutely it’s important. but what about the mental health of people who might be upset by your tweet that could be seen as insensitive to what happened to this young man who was murdered. It goes both ways.
Happy birthday to me! A bitter sweet time but I work with lovely lovely people and some of my long time dear dear friends are coming to see me tonight! Tickets still available until the end of the run. Go on! Make this old bird feel special 😜😜 sorry I meant bad b**ch 😍
Very tough decision ahead. So grateful for all the talented people reading my play. A blessing to meet some fantastic South Asian talent in Manchester some who I hadn’t met before x
Fk-ing hell we did it! You can’t beat an Oldham audience you know! I love them a lot! So greatful to everyone at Oldham Coliseum , my director and cast because they are soundest bunch of good eggs I ever did encounter! This Road bubble has kept me sane . Thank you 😍😍😍😍
Just wanted to report this love letter to actors that Ann Dowd wrote about finding success in her 50’s. It can feel well hard to stay in the game. But this is really loving 🥰
@allisonpearson
@Sathnam
@anitathetweeter
I don’t feel comfortable with you ignoring the facts and twisting his words to suit your divisive agenda Then talking about being a Christian and Christianity in the same tweets. He is Christian too and spreads more love and compassion then you do.
Meet team BHAIJAAN by
@thezoeiqbal
💜
Directed by Gitika Buttoo
Starring Jessica Kaur & Alex Hewitt
One of six Vignettes, coming to
@contactmcr
this October, in honour of
@McrRapeCrisis
45th anniversary as a service.
🎫
@DouglasKMurray
please keep Manchester out of your mouth. We are a friendly open minded city that thrives on being accepting of each other. We help each other out no matter what background. I’d say come visit us and find out but I just don’t think you would understand good manners / sharing.
Sending love and light out to the whole of Manchester today. Thinking of the families and friends of lost loved ones. And also thinking of the beauty and warmth Manchester gives out every day. We are a strong proud people forever xx ❤️🐝
@bellestoev
Aw I don't have instagram but can you tell Remi he is beautiful and represented Manchester so well. Would have loved to have seen more of him x they were clearly threatened by him because they are so basic
@metpoliceuk
@RubyJLL
@TfL
@BTP
Maybe don’t waste tax payers money on going after someone who is wishing people well. Maybe find out the predators in your own ranks first . And maybe try and stop knife crime.
@aasian
I’m so sorry that you have to ensure this gaslighting. She is projecting on to you big time. So disappointing . Thank you for speaking it out. Solidarity from the UK. Sending love and light and peace and justice x
Dear venues in the north who make northern actors travel down to London , for a show based in the north. Please reconsider your policy. It may not work for everyone. It just takes one person to be like ‘nah this isn’t the one!’ It could be YOU! Do it! Go on!
Feeling this 👇 it wasn’t accessible before & I was hopeful after the pandemic. But I’ve had 2 auditions recently for northern shows in London, last minute, over £100 for a train. As women are usually the main care givers in families it makes it even harder
@EquityUK
If you came to
#Khushi
festival last week you'll have seen the Eid: Past & Present exhibition in our Stalls Bar.
Curated by
@Hafsah_A_Bashir
the exhibition includes a piece by
@thezoeiqbal
who is also currently in rehearsals for
#Road
, opening on 16 Sept
@whufc_uk
Also here is the highest rate of those men that like to dress up in babies nappies and get whipped by a dominatrix for fun! “Call me Boris!” “I never lose “
@Casual_Rick
@mayo4u
@marclamonthill
So by your logic.. nobody should have got involved when their was apartheid in South Africa? No one should stand up for anyone? I believe in self determination for all in the region and the world.
@BrianMcFadden
@RealDeanCain
@deborah_knight
@fraser_anning
Its nothing compared to what the shooter did. And the horrible words of the idiot that got egged. And you choose to focus on a kid standing up against racism. If you can’t be bothered to stand up against hate then don’t insult those that do.
I bumped into Colin Who usually sells the Big Issue outside
@HOME_mcr
... He is outside the Corner house at the moment and business has been slow and I'm sure if anyone was passing that way and could buy a magazine he would appreciate it :) Stay well everyone and take care xx
@MissMcCleary
I blame online dating. So many options available that some people don't confront the problem, they just find someone new . I miss old school dating. Everything is so rushed now a days :(
Aw I could write for hours about this to be honest! Where to begin. It’s our opening preview night tonight! Waiting a lifetime to perform this play. Thanks Broadway world and Oldham Coliseum and Jim Cartwright ahha! X
Through our talented cast of nine, immerse yourself in the stories and lives of Jim Cartwright's characters in Road, which runs from this Friday until Saturday 1 October.
Get tickets here:
Photography by Chris Payne
@LeoKearse
Australias are descended from migrants seeking a better life. Many People who went there had nothing. Aussies can’t talk at all. Oz is massive. They should step up and take more people in because they have the space and stole the land imo
First night done! What a smashing audience! Was so nervous but it went so well! So proud of my girls and really proud of all the writers / directors / actors / producers / tech for making this work and bringing these stories to life! Link to book below x
Awww what a great day of flamenco and then moss side carnival! Tapas, churros and jerk bebe! Honestly so many beautiful people of all ages and backgrounds. This is my Manchester but I am tired haha!
having a crap time. -my mum is in hospital. just hit me today just how weighty it feels. Even when things are being done. Can anyone recommend a Netflix film or series to cheer me up? Something beautiful or funny? Sending ❤️to anyone who needs it! Carpe diem for those who can 😍
Next up, we’re delighted to be inviting the wonderful
@thezoeiqbal
to Dare to Know Theatre Invites on Tuesday 20th of July, with her new short play ‘Live, Laugh, Love’
Tickets are £5 and can be purchased here:
I’m so so tired. An older lady offered me her seat on the tube because she thought I looked tired 🤣. I must say , it was a positive welcoming considerate atmosphere. It felt good. Honestly all ages and backgrounds there. Buggies, dogs, kids. Very reflective of UK communities.
Honestly this was just immense. What an amazing event. We need these discussions.
@McrRapeCrisis
is a vital service and tonight and last night celebrated 45 yrs of supporting survivors. I feel cast and crew and creative teams did a beautiful job . Some tickets left for tonight x
Well deserved standing ovation for
#Vignettes
, stellar work from
@her_productions19
- everyone was amazing, well observed and perfectly pitched pieces. And the true heroes of the night, Greater Manchester Rape Crisis, who provide a vital service x
Just a reminder that here is the casting breakdown for the short play I wrote for vignettes at Hope mill theatre in March.❤️😊 Apply by 7th Jan! Check
@productions_her
for all the breakdowns ❤️
Just want to shout out
@53two
for being a lovely venue to rehearse today! Thank you for welcoming us . Brilliant space and team! ( thank you Hannah and Simon and all the staff for welcoming us )
@chethamslibrary
@MissPRPR
I feel that
@MissPRPR
was asking some interesting questions, and was met with quite a passive aggressive answer. Please remember that you are in Manchester. We are a friendly city and its the people that make it. Why not take the chance to have a conversation. Best wishes, Zoe
Gutted. Oldham esp under Chris really walk the walk in terms of engaging with marginalised communities+Ppl who may not be invited in to art spaces usually. They rip down the fancy pants wall &have a welcoming space. Big hearted audiences + team from FOH to stage management.
#NCO
We are very disappointed that our application to receive National Portfolio funding from Arts Council England from 2023 onwards has been unsuccessful.
Read the full statement at:
So proud of my ridiculously talented beautiful friend
@ErinShanagher
who shone like a diamond along with Gerard in ‘Beginning’. I’m so proud of her. She works so hard and makes a lovely open space for those around her. What a brilliant show! Thanks
@NoorHadidx
for taking me ❤️
@SexyIsntSexist
@PhilipDaviesUK
@luisaomielan
@ladies4pd
Hi Paula, if you answer my questions first and then I am happy to answer yours. The fact is, he is an MP, and he can't go hurling abuse at people just for asking questions. Don't you think he should have just answered the questions?
@SexyIsntSexist
@PhilipDaviesUK
@luisaomielan
@ladies4pd
Because he verbally abused her. Would you like someone insulting you while you are trying to do your job? Why could’nt he answer her questions if he has nothing to hide. He could have explained himself instead of kicking off. He doesn’t care about working classes.
Happy 1st of December! It’s a first for me having someone say my words on a screen! Oh
@SophieEllicott
what a cracking job! ( how fantastic is she?!)It looks gorgeous! Thanks
@chris_lawson_85
+
@grant_t_archer
x thank you all for portraying my life with the respect it deserves!
Please do come and support this wonderful service. Xx it’s a night to raise awareness and celebrate MCR rape Crisis important work and how they help people xx
Meet the writers 🎉 We are so proud to welcome
@thezoeiqbal
#Vignettes
"I am really grateful to be working with MCR Rape Crisis because of the support & tools they give survivors. A human response. Please come and find out more about what they do."
📅 4-5 Oct
📍
@ContactMcr
Really proud of
@ReloadMCR
for relaunching One play One day! So proud of all the writers, directors and actors for pulling together a fabulous night in a short amount of time! Great audience too! I actually won - a much needed boost ❤️ I do recommend watching / participating!
@ThatAlexWoman
Hello! I saw your tweet and thought - But you have lived all over the world. So why can’t people from all over the world live in London? Just seems a bit one rule for brits and another for everyone else. Just saying no trolling here 🌎🇬🇧 ☮️
Any agent who says you have to pay for workshops with them is a red flag. With newbies of course some workshops might help but it shouldn’t be conditional at all. Not sure how to protect actors here. Even with a union it still feels easy to be exploited.
What ever you are all doing. I hope you all get some rest , some good food, some great laughs, some down time, some love ❤️. We are somehow getting through this madness. Ups and downs. You are wonderful and loved. Have a banging Christmas you sexy bastards ❤️❤️❤️
Heard a group of about 10 lads on the tram using homophonic language on the tram. I managed to have a reasoned discussion with them and at the very least someone held them accountable that second. My voice shook coz shouting usually covers my fear .
Flipping eck, if this doesn't capture the heart and humour of the north I don't know what does! So pleased for
@sophiewillan
who has worked her backside off to get here! Give her a series or 3! We need more stories like these on telly!
Signing the final bits on my mums will. It’s easier than it should be because my sister is amazing. My heart is broke. All these milestones. Wish I lived in a bubble with no pain x being positive and manifesting doesn’t work for grief . You just have to sit in it.
Yesterday was
#worldtheatreday
I see the pictures of every1’s beautiful hard work. I think of dear
@OldhamColiseum
. I also tbt to last year when I got this review for my play Halal Hens. It reminded me of my purpose. may we all see ourselves represented 😍