04 December 26
The Dialogues event was held at The Goat and Tricycle in Bournemouth from 19:00 to 22:00
Evening Line Up
Martha Brown
By James Pope
In old age, Thomas Hardy thinks about Martha, a woman he saw hang in Dorchester in 1856. Trying to work, but drifting in and out of sleep, he has a vision of Martha, who tells him the story he has so badly wanted to understand throughout his life.
Colour Me
By Valerie French
A short story about a woman in an abusive relationship who, in real time, recounts an incident where a violent assault occurs as a result of a petty oversight.
Nellie, Sybil, Worst Cate Scenario and Confusion
By Mary Collingwood Hurst
A quirky, lighthearted tale featuring a trio of delightful ladies, including the eponymous Cate and her propensity for turning every situation into a calamitous drama.
Us
By Kia Wilson
Violet and Isla are two sisters who live in a care home and complain about their circumstances and the challenges of old age before sharing fading memories of love, family and a dark, buried secret.
The Violinist and the Child
By Kieth Lawson
A story about a reclusive musician who unexpectedly takes care of a young girl while he plays his violin and discovers that she has a unique talent, and they develop a bond.
The Forgotten Pub
By Ihor Burma
A surreal tale of Charlie’s experience in a strange pub where time distorts and memories re-appear with charlie experiencing a revelation that he will change his life.
Touch Freely
By Roger Goldsmith
David is waiting at a bus stop when Madeline approaches and attempts to strike up a conversation. David is mostly silent. Madaline soon enters risky territory where boundaries are about to be crossed.