The Loom | Being Different: Celebrating Women and Gender-Diverse Voices
Join us for a powerful evening of storytelling that amplifies and celebrates the unique experiences, perspectives and journeys of women and gender-diverse people in our community.
At The Loom, we’re creating a supportive space where diverse voices will share their personal stories of resilience, self-acceptance and living bravely and boldly. These stories illuminate the varied paths we take in embracing our true selves and finding our place in the world.
The evening will feature:
• Personal stories of self-acceptance and transformation
• Narratives of breaking barriers and defying expectations
• Experiences of joy and celebration in difference
• Supportive space for connection and dialogue
This is more than just a storytelling event – it’s a celebration of identity, an affirmation of existence and a testament to the power of sharing our personal lived experiences. Come and be part of this transformative evening where every story adds a unique thread to our collective tapestry.
The Loom is a monthly storytelling evening held in Bridport hosted by Megan Simson and Lu Orza.
Lu Orza and Megan Simson
Megan Simson
Megan is a passionate speaker, storyteller, performance poet, and community builder who believes in the power of sharing personal stories to bridge divides and create understanding. Dedicated to bringing people together, she curates events that celebrate diversity and human connection. Megan is the producer of the OmniVerse series of events here in Bridport, Weymouth, Portland and Dorchester. She is one of the directors of the Jawbone Collective.
Lu Orza
Lu is a dynamic storyteller and multidisciplinary artist whose unique perspective enriches TheLoom’s creative community. With a talent for weaving together narrative and performance, Lu brings stories to life in ways that captivate and connect with audiences. Lu hosts a number of storytelling circles in the Bridport community with a focus on building connection with nature, each other, and ourselves. She also runs courses on the art and craft of traditional storytelling.
The Jawbone Collective
The Jawbone Collective is a Bridport based, not for profit arts organisation, independent small press publisher, workshops and events organiser, that embrace and uplift voices from marginalised communities. Our mission is to empower individuals to share their truth, celebrate their identities, and inspire others through the power of words.
NB There will be unallocated seating for this event.