Open Works Festival presents Scratch Night 2.

Join us for an evening of bold new theatre and fresh creative voices showcasing an exciting mix of artists sharing extracts of brand-new work. From powerful drama and inventive storytelling to a new musical and surprising perspectives, expect an evening packed with imagination, energy and discovery.

Tiny Acts: Jessica Millward

Naomi’s just lost her job after ‘accidentally’ letting in a climate protester into a renowned dance venue. Sue gets up in the middle of the night to illegally plant wild flowers in memory of her Pete.Iz is the leader of a vegan club at school and they have a new member. A boy and a non vegan.

A Family Business: Callum Berridge

Blending verbatim accounts from former Distribution Centre and Head Office employees, and scripted scenes, the play explores the demise of Wilko's - what went wrong, the failures in leadership, and how working class people were left out of pocket and out of work as administrators and creditors picked apart the bones of the nearly 100-year old company.

The Summer of Blooming Dahlias: Victoria Marrett (image)

Rebekah, Grace, and Alisha are sisters in all but blood, and the time for their annual reunion has arrived! But, as they talk and reminisce, unexpected challenges arise: their friendship is tested, and many truths are revealed. Experience this authentically layered production - a celebration of Black beauty, joy, and sisterhood!

Fairy Grandmother: Jas Nisic (image)

A musical about a shy girl growing up on a Manchester council estate whose life is transformed by Sue, a bold, stubborn next-door-neighbour-but-one who becomes her unofficial grandmother and encourages her to find her voice.

Part of Open Works Festival