Exploring the craft, courage, and characters behind Britain’s most compelling screen dramas. Unmissble.
Date: March 7th
Time: 16:00
Room: Streamed online only
Join acclaimed British screenwriter and television legend Sally Wainwright for a compelling conversation with Eleanor Greene, delving into a body of work that has redefined contemporary British drama. Known for her fearless storytelling, richly drawn characters, and unflinching emotional honesty, we will explore the ideas, experiences, and creative instincts that have shaped one of the British TV industries enduring voices.
From breakthrough moments to hard creative choices, navigating long-running series to writing morally intricate characters, and sustaining originality over decades in the industry, this promises to be both inspiring as much and educational.
Essential for writers, producers, actors and anyone interested in how bold, human stories make it to the screen.
Speakers In This Session

Sally Wainwright // Screenwriter
Sally Wainwright OBE is an award-winning writer, producer and director from Yorkshire, best known for Happy Valley, Last Tango in Halifax, Gentleman Jack and Scott & Bailey. A multiple BAFTA-winning drama writer, her work is celebrated for its emotional depth, sharp wit and fearless female characters.

Eleanor Greene // Executive Producer
BAFTA-nominated executive producer with 25+ years’ experience developing and producing award-winning scripted TV and film across genres.

