Masala Festival – Creative Writing with Tahmina Ali

Join our creative writing workshop with local poet Tahmina Ali and take time to explore your roots, reflect on South Asian identity, and shape new work in a relaxed, supportive space. Through guided prompts and open exploration, you’ll be encouraged to experiment, connect, and find your voice.

There will also be the opportunity to perform at the Freespill open mic.

Open to all – come as you are, and write without pressure.

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​About Masala Festival

GemArts’ award-winning Masala Festival returns from 13th – 19th July for its 10th anniversary, bringing a vibrant mix and blend of the finest South Asian arts and culture to the North East. Enjoy an incredible programme of performances, exhibitions, events, workshops, talks, pop-ups, and of course, delicious Indian food in venues, places and spaces across the region. Don’t miss this special milestone year!

For the full Masala Festival 2026 programme, visit www.gemarts.org/whatson