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J & PJ. Mum & Son. Both write. Interests: theatre, film, art, politics, disability, autism, dogs!
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Was really touched to win Journalist of the Year at the Scope Awards last night. I used my remote acceptance speech to call for “accurate and dignified” coverage of the upcoming disability cuts. Also pledged to get “PIP is not an out of work benefit” tattooed on my face.

Thanks for the enthusiastic response to our latest book release, @tobyhadoke.bsky.social's The Quatermass Experiment: The Making of TV's First Sci-Fi Classic. Here are some shots from last weekend's launch event in Manchester. Toby's in London on Monday for our talk at the BFI Southbank. 🌵

Really chuffed to win Journalist of the Year at the Scope Awards tonight. I used my remote acceptance speech to call for “accurate and dignified” coverage of the upcoming disability cuts. Congrats to my fellow disabled journo nominees - the industry needs more of you!

Some great opportunities to join the script and story teams on Hollyoaks. They are currently looking for a Story Editor, Storyliner, Script Editor and Assistant Script Editor. Full details of all available roles here: www.limepictures.com/careers/

What a week! 7 days = 1106 brisk minutes walked. £925 raised for a mental health grant at 53two & to support people via @500actsofkindness.bsky.social The generosity from friends, family, & strangers proves that the huge majority of people are ace. 👏 Thanks for the shares, ❤️ & 💰. Feet up now. 👣

So proud of @tobyhadoke.bsky.social for his brilliant book launch yesterday, hosted by lovely friend of Malarkey Abby Cook. If you missed it you can find the book at @tenacrefilms.bsky.social tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com/product/the-... 🧡

Disgraceful language from a Labour Prime Minister. There are many reasons that people are alienated from community but immigration is not one of them.

Don't forget @tobyhadoke.bsky.social's Quatermass Experiment book launch is TODAY at (home of Malarkey) 53two in Manchester! There are I think four tickets still available to buy wegottickets.com/event/654142 Signed books will be for sale at the event

LOVE is coming to The Edge Theatre this May! 📅 21st – 24th May 📍The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre (M21 9JG) ⏰ 7.30pm (3pm matinee on 24th May) Ticket link - edgetheatre.co.uk/love/

2025 Week 19 Update: Thank you as ever for your generosity and thoughtfulness- it’s an honour to receive your nominations and hear about how much good work is going on in communities as people support each other in these hard times. Here are your 7 gifts.....

This is very lovely. The first review of my book - and from a very respected source.

Scores are the doors for day 6/7 are: 🚶‍♂️ 1002 brisk minutes 💰 £925 raised for 53two and @500actsofkindness.bsky.social in memory of Phil Michael Aizlewood One more day of walking to go. Thanks for your support and kindness. ❤️ Links below if you are new to these posts. 🙏

Glenn's doing brilliantly ❤️

Another clip from our new documentary The Legend of Nigel Kneale, bursting out like spores m.youtube.com/watch?v=BoTc... @tobyhadoke.bsky.social @tommygorilla.bsky.social @eklectics.bsky.social @mrgeetsromo.bsky.social Whole thing included on hammerfilms.com/products/the...

In Who Wants Normal?, I loved chatting to Jameela Jamil, Rosie Jones, Nikki Fox and more about dating and friendships. I wrote for @theipaper.com about one hidden aspect: how friends can go quiet if we’re going through health problems (and what might help). inews.co.uk/inews-lifest...

Day 3/7 and stepping it up on hump day. 🚶‍♂️ Raised £855 for 53two and @500actsofkindness.bsky.social Walked for 172 mins today. 4 days left and still time to support these charities, with their mental health grant and supporting people with the cost of living 🙏

***Experienced #Screenwriter in URGENT need of Paid Work**** Please share far and wide, or hire me if you can!! 🙏💝💖 Josh is represented by @andrewrt.bsky.social @revolutiontalent.bsky.social. #SOLIDARITY

FREE workshop! Join our Executive Director Chris Foxon at 1pm on 14th May for a lunchtime session on how to showcase your writing. Log into the #PapatangoStudio to find the event link on our Opportunities page. https://papatango.co.uk/studio/ #Theatre #Playwriting #playwrights #TheatreCommunity

A day I’m not sure I ever thought would happen #quatermass #nigelkneale

Bank holiday Monday's over, so mothball your Maypole for another year and get ready for XS Tuesday! With a preview from @chloebadcliffe.bsky.social, tour show from @stuartlawscomedy.bsky.social, Hadokery from @tobyhadoke.bsky.social, & a bonus preview for early birds! www.wegottickets.com/xsmalarkey

We're pleased to announce that all copies of the sold-out limited edition Quatermass Experiment hardback will now come signed by author @tobyhadoke.bsky.social. Here's Toby signing the frontispieces ahead of binding. The standard paperback is still available from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com/

We've got a real treat in store on Tuesday, with @stuartlawscomedy.bsky.social bringing us his tour show "Stuart Laws Has To Be Joking", a preview of @chloebadcliffe.bsky.social's show "Say When" plus a bonus early doors preview of "Stuart Laws is Stuck" www.wegottickets.com/xsmalarkey

LOVE 📅Wednesday 21st – Saturday 24th May 2025 📍The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre (M21 9JG) ⏰ 7.30pm (additional 3pm matinee on 24th May) Ticket Link www.edgetheatre.co.uk/love/

2025 Week 18 Update: A good list again this week so will get straight to it, apologies for slightly early posting this week. Here are your 5 gifts......

I’ll be on Woman’s Hour tomorrow talking all things Who Wants Normal? Listen from 10am BBC Radio 4.

We're counting down to the release of The Quatermass Experiment: The Making of TV's First Sci-Fi Classic, an in-depth new history by @tobyhadoke.bsky.social. Here's a first look at the full cover design. Order now from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com 🌵

Thank you so much to those of you who’ve already left a review of Who Wants Normal? No matter where you bought the book, an Amazon review is a hugely helpful way to nudge the algorithm for authors. And your comments are making me smile!

TUESDAY! Another incredible lineup, with Lucy Pearman giving us a full (moon) preview of her Lunartic show, support from @eleri-morgan.bsky.social and Adam Evans, a debut from Jacky Boy, and a little touch of @tobyhadoke.bsky.social to round things off. Gorgeous. www.wegottickets.com/xsmalarkey

In today's what the actual audacity: I've been asked to speak for free on the barriers faced by blind people... by the Labour party. I explained that giving up working hours without payment while I have to cover the cost of childcare would create a financial disadvantage. The response? It's online

IT'S LUNARCY! See the whole of the moon tomorrow at XS, when Lucy Pearman brings a full preview of her new show Lunartic. It's going to be very silly, and very funny 🌚💜 Tickets: www.wegottickets.com/xsmalarkey

In light of Labour being a rabble of benefit-cutting shites, @laughablecomedy.bsky.social is hosting an online-only comedy show on April 30th to raise money for The Trussell Trust. Featuring me, Kate Cheka, Martin Mor et al. Buy tickets! Get jokes! www.ticketsource.co.uk/laugh-able/l...

2025 Week 17 Update Thank you for another week of your generosity. This week we have been able to honour three nominations....

And if you'd like to get a ticket to see Lucy Pearman (and you absolutely should, she is a delight), you can do that here! wegottickets.com/event/646105

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It’s been wonderful to see so many of you listening to the Who Wants Normal? audiobook over Easter. Ruth Madeley is the dream narrator.

My speaking acting debut, tonight at 9pm on Alibi TV!!! www.radiotimes.com/tv/drama/i-j...

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the Women’s Prize for Playwriting received 1275 submissions this year - our highest number yet.💛 Well done to all who have submitted their plays - we can’t wait to get reading.👏 @painesplough.bsky.social @concordukshows.bsky.social 🎉

Just a handful of tickets left now for @tobyhadoke.bsky.social's Quatermass book launch at 53two on Sunday May 11th! A must for fans of iconic sci-fi and fans of Toby (equally iconic). Tickets here: wegottickets.com/event/654142 🚀

Thank you to the Manchester Wire for the write-up on LOVE playing The Edge Theatre this May. Read the article below and don't forget to book your tickets! manchesterwire.co.uk/love-brings-...

So lovely to see Who Wants Normal? on Hive’s Top 20 Bestselling Books list. www.hive.co.uk/books/bestse...

TONIGHT! TONIGHT! TONIGHT! A lovely lineup, with Sam Nicorest, Molly McGuinness, Dom Hutchins, Mikey Bligh-Smith and MC Toby Hadoke 😍 www.wegottickets.com/xsmalarkey

If you’re buying a copy of Who Wants Normal? this week for your disabled teenager, and would like a personalised dedication, email me on bio. I have a few bookplates and limited edition postcards hanging around and am happy to post them out.

“To some, a woman sat in a wheelchair snogging her boyfriend is akin to seeing a fish on land. It just ain’t natural.”  I wrote for Elle on attitudes to disability and sex (with some snippets from Who Wants Normal?) www.elle.com/uk/life-and-...

I am walking in memory of Phil Michael Aizlewood for a grant in his name @53two to support people in the arts with their mental health & @500actsofkindness.bsky.social £345 has been raised so far. Thanks 💕 👏 Can you help by sponsoring me or sharing? Thanks 🥰 www.justgiving.com/page/glennwa...

“Disabled women are seen as statistics and stereotypes – reduced entirely to our disabilities, or robbed of the dignity of being believed we have one.” I wrote about Britain’s growing cohort of disabled women and why we need to change the narrative. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...