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HerStory Collective Night, held at the LTB on December 20th, was my first ever event—and truly, a dream come true. It was more than just a night of art and community; it was a deeply personal project, rooted in love, intention, and everything I’ve come to value through my journey in Coventry.
Produced under Triple Moon Productions, this event was something I poured my whole heart into. The date itself wasn’t chosen at random. December can be a joyful time for many, but for survivors of domestic abuse, it’s often the most dangerous. I wanted the event to shine a light on this, to remind people that while the world celebrates, some women are struggling behind closed doors. I knew HerStory had to happen during this time—not only to raise awareness but to channel some of that festive energy into something meaningful and restorative.
Hosting it at the LTB felt right in every way. That space has history for me—from attending exhibitions there as a student to finding solace and inspiration in its post-COVID revival as a creative hub. It felt like coming full circle. The LTB has always been a place that fosters openness, art, and togetherness—everything HerStory stood for.
We worked closely with two local organisations: Positive Images Festival and, most importantly, Sanctuary Collective and their women’s group. Collaborating with smaller grassroots groups was essential to me. So often, women in crisis feel intimidated or failed by larger institutions, and what they really need is a space where they feel heard, safe, and held—by people who understand them and share their experiences. These community groups do incredible, often invisible work on the ground, yet they’re the ones who are usually the most underfunded. It was important for me to centre them in this work and give something back.
The night itself was a beautiful tapestry of performances that explored womanhood and the female experience from a wide range of perspectives. We had music, poetry, and short plays, all contributed by a wonderfully diverse pool of performers whose lived experiences enriched the night. The highlight for many was the debut performance of There is Always a Choice, a powerful one-woman show written by local playwright Andrew Sharpe. It encapsulated themes of survival and the impossible choices many women—especially those affected by domestic abuse, sexual assault, and violence—are forced to make.
HerStory was also a fundraiser, and thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised £533 for Sanctuary Collective, to directly support the women in their group. It was, without a doubt, a passion project—and to see it come to life so beautifully, with so much care and collaboration, was one of the proudest moments of my life.
