James is a writer and theatre maker based in Manchester. As a facilitator, James encourages young writers to follow their interests and explore writing through accessible exercises like drawing, collage, cut-ups and conversation. He loves running workshops because they always surprise him and working with others to explore their potential always teaches him something new about the world.

James’s practice includes work as a writer, director, dramaturg, performer and workshop facilitator, across a range of projects. He has delivered projects for the BFI, HOME, Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester International Festival and Manchester Literature Festival. He is a board member of The Writing Squad, an organisation supporting the development of young writers in the North of England.