Narratives of Familiar Spaces: A Writing Workshop

Date: Saturday, November 23

Time: 1 pm

Duration: 90 minutes

Registration fee: 60 AED

Led by Kritika Arya, this workshop explores the profound impact of spaces on our lives and how they shape our identities. Through a series of guided exercises, we'll delve into the interconnectedness of our physical, intellectual, and emotional experiences within a specific space of your choosing. We’ll recall the little details such as sights, sensations, textures and memories that are associated with the space, and which will serve as the foundation for each participant's piece. All are welcome—whether you are a seasoned writer or just starting out, this workshop offers a supportive environment to find inspiration and to express yourself.

What you’ll need:

• A notebook
• Pens/pencils (anything you’re comfortable writing with)

Kritika Arya is an author, screenwriter, playwright and content writer. She is currently working on a mental health documentary called I Hope This Helps. She independently published her memoir called Citizen by Descent, a collection of illustrated autobiographical essays about home, identity, mental health and being a third culture kid. Each essay takes place in a different home that she has lived in and each essay has been illustrated by a different artist from around the world. With an MA in Dramatic Writing from Drama Centre at Central Saint Martins (UAL), she has extensive experience in writers' rooms, mentoring, and facilitating, which has honed her writing and listening skills. You can follow Kritika on Instagram: @wordsbykritika