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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 12h

Had a wonderful time performing These Old Shades at @bodleian.ox.ac.uk on Sunday as part of an event celebrating all things Georgette Heyer, followed by a gorgeous costume ball in the Divinity School.

Helen Davidge as Leonie and Erika Sanderson as Avon performing scenes from These Old Shades at the Weston Library.

Helen wears a red wig and floral 18thC dress. Erika wears a black and gold frock coat and waistcoat with black breeches, white stockings and black court shoes in 18thC Baroque style.

They stand facing each other, holding hands.

Helen Davidge as Leonie and Erika Sanderson as Avon standing inside the Gothic archway of the medieval Divinity School in Oxford.

Helen wears a silver and blue 18thC court gown with dark auburn wig and pink shoes.
Erika wears a black frock coat with gold embroidery, a black and prose gold waistcoat with black breeches, white stockings and black court shoes in 18thC Baroque style.

They pose formally in front of wooden doors under a gothic archway with Leonie’s hand resting on top of Avon’s.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 09/08/2026

Been working on back to back shows since January which all came to a close today with the filming of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. I’ll be “resting” a bit from theatre for a few weeks, but I’ve got Treasure Island and A Christmas Carol on the horizon plus more audio shows to share soon. Cheers!

Erika holds a cocktail glass towards the camera while smiling.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 04/08/2026

I’ll be appearing as Oberon in ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ at the Limelight Theatre, Aylesbury, this weekend 6-8th August. tickets.queensparkarts.com/event/763:395/ #Shakespeare #AMidsummerNightsDream #Oberon

Erika Sanderson as Oberon. Her hair is black and slicked back.
She wears a black frock coat with raven feathers on the collar and a green embroidered waistcoat. She is staring intently at a purple flower she holds out in front of her.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 26/07/2026

A wonderful evening performing scenes from Georgette Heyer’s ‘These Old Shades’ at the gorgeous folly of Garrick’s Temple to Shakespeare on the bank of the Thames.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 03/06/2026

Introducing a sneak peak to a character I’ll be playing at a couple of very special events this year celebrating Georgette Heyer!

A black jacquard Roccoco style frock coat with gold embroidery over a black and gold floral waistcoat on a mannequin.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 15/04/2026

Very excited to be joining the cast of BECK’S END, an immersive folk horror audio drama from @shadowsatthedoor.bsky.social Kickstarter launching soon!

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 10/03/2026

Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate’s life for me! I’ll be captaining (directing) a fine crew of motley buccaneers (actors) as we set sail for adventure this Christmas with @unboundtheatre.bsky.social! 🏴‍☠️ #panto #TreasureIsland

A poster for a traditional family pantomime “Treasure Island”

The view from from inside a cave filled with treasure, gold, jewels and chests, looking out to sea where a tall ship with sails is being tossed on the high seas.

Above is the image of a pirate flag - black with skull and crossed swords.

Show dates are 20th and 27th December at 1pm and 5:30pm.
26th and 28th December at 1pm.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 06/03/2026

Tonight I will unleashing Lady B in Wilde’s sparkling comedy of manners with a peculiar array of facial expressions for this part of Buckinghamshire!

A triptych of Erika Sanderson as Lady Bracknell in Oscar’s Wilde’s ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’.

Erika is seated on a chaise lounge in front of a floral tea set. She wears a high collared black silk shirt with a ruffled front and purple jacquard waistcoat.

The first panel she looks open-mouthed in surprise or shock, holding her glasses.
The second panel has an expression of disdain with her chin pulled back and frowning.
The third panel shows her smiling smugly.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 01/03/2026

Had a wonderful weekend as MC and singing some music hall alongside a talented group of young performers for a fundraising event with @unboundtheatre.bsky.social Looking rather dapper, if I must say!

Erika Sanderson in white tie and tails standing in front of a microphone. Her hair is slicked and side parted. Her eyes look up and out to the audience with a pensive expression, and her hands are held raised slightly in front of her while singing a Victorian ballad.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 18/01/2026

Many thanks to the @bodleian.ox.ac.uk for inviting Helen Davidge and myself to perform scenes from Jane Austen’s Emma today. We’ll be back in October, performing excerpts from Georgette Heyer!

A glass case exhibit titled “Dancing with Austen”. Inside the case can be seen a pair of Regency ladies dancing slippers, a pale blue Regency dress and a Regency gentleman’s outfit in dark green and blue.

In front of the case, Helen Davidge stands as Emma. She has dark hair in curls. She wears a white Regency dress with long white gloves and a necklace with a red jewel.
Her arm is linked through with Erika Sanderson’s as Knightley. Erika wears a dark blue Regency tailcoat, with white shirt and cravat, and a green jacquard waistcoat. Her beige trousers are tucked into knee high black and brown riding boots.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 14/01/2026

Here’s a photo of us together at Chawton.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 05/01/2026

Happy New Year! 2026 marks 30 years since I was in a small profit-share tour of Antigone, my first professional acting role. I played the eponymous doomed heroine, full of righteous indignation. And three decades on, I’m still here. Not bad, kiddo.

The actor Erika Sanderson as Antigone. She is a teenager with waist length dark hair tied loosely back. She wears a scruffy white shirt with the sleeves rolled up her forearms and a long black skirt. A thin white rope belt is tied at her waist. Her expression is tight jawed and serious.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 26/11/2025

I will be playing Scrooge in a brand new adaptation of A CHRISTMAS CAROL with @unboundtheatre.bsky.social. This show will warm your heart, as well as providing a few scares, as every good Christmas ghost story should! tickets.queensparkarts.com/event/763:35...

Poster for A Christmas Carol at Queens Park Arts Centre.
18th, 19th and 23rd December at 7.30pm
24th December at 2.30pm.

Artwork shows a silhouette of Scrooge surrounded by four ghosts - Marley, Christmas Past, Christmas Present, Christmas Future.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 25/09/2025

The autumn season is here! I will be reading Oscar Wilde's 'The Ballad of Reading Gaol' on Saturday 27th Sept. Catch me at the @audiodramahub.bsky.social Hubfest on the 1st Nov (details coming soon...) And then join me for the festive season in a brand new adaption of 'A Christmas Carol'.

Three posters for upcoming shows.
THE BALLAD OF READING GOAL AND OTHER POEMS
AUDIO DRAMA HUBFEST 2025
A CHRISTMAS CAROL

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 20/08/2025

This Friday (22 Aug), I’ll be talking to local creatives about Arts and Activism as part of 'Pride on Stage' with Aylesbury Community Pride at @aylesburywaterside.bsky.social. Pride on Stage is a free ticketed community event. 🏳️‍🌈 #PrideOnStage #AylesburyPride #lgbtqia

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 21/07/2025

Had a wonderful time playing Knightley in scenes from Emma at @janeaustenshouse.bsky.social. A very special privilege to be invited to perform there. The house is beautiful, with such a warm and loving atmosphere. Many thanks to the staff who looked after us so well.

Helen Davidge as Emma. She wears a pink Regency dress, and straw bonnet with a purple ribbon.
Erika Sanderson as Knightley. She is wearing a blue tailcoat, with a white shirt and cravat, a green waistcoat, beige trousers, and black and brown cuffed riding boots.
Helen and Erika stand together in the garden linking arms as a couple and smiling. Behind them is the brick building of Jane Austen’s house, with a lattice window.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 17/07/2025

We have Trooper. He’s adorable, loving and nucking futs. Having recently seen Superman, I swear Krypto is based on him. Here he is, “hiding” in his den after causing mischief.

A cream and silver cockerpoo lying down.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 08/07/2025

I’ve had a big week playing several characters across three different shows. Here’s me as Knightley (Oxford Festival of Arts), Officer Cannes (Festival of Chichester) and Gertrude (Aylesbury-On-Sea festival). Knightley will be at Jane Austen’s House as part of their ‘Emma’ festival, 19th July.

Erika Sanderson as Mr Knightley. She is dressed as a Regency gentleman, with a dark blue tailcoat, green waistcoat, cream trousers and black riding boots.

Erika Sanderson as Officer Hannah Cannes. She has short dark hair with a white streak and dark eyes. She stands in front of a microphone wearing a black military style vest.

Erika Sanderson as Gertrude Jekyll. She wears a long brown skirt and cream Edwardian style blouse. She is tying the ribbon of a floral bonnet under her chin and smiling.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 05/06/2025

The summer season is here! CYCLONE: FEMME FINALE on Sat 5th July, as part of the Festival of Chichester. THE SINISTER SEASIDE on Sun 6th July, with @unboundtheatre.bsky.social for another jolly caper at Aylesbury on Sea. JANE AUSTEN 250 with Georgettes of Oxford. www.erikasanderson.com

An image of an early motor car over a seaside spade.
Text reads Gertrude & Dorothy The Sinister Seaside

A silhouette of a dancing Georgian or Regency couple over an ornate gold letter G covered with vines and leaves.
Above reads "Georgettes of Oxford"
Below is a quill with Jane Austen 250 next to it.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 17/05/2025

Celebrating 10 years of being a voice actor! Thank you to all the casting directors, producers and writers who have trusted me with their characters and stories. I wouldn’t be doing what I love without @davidault.bsky.social @cummingsdg.bsky.social and @thenosleeppodcast.bsky.social!

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 08/03/2025

What better way to mark International Women’s Day than by playing a queer Suffragette? Our second performance of “E & F” is at 2:30pm TODAY in Drama Studio 1, Bucks New University, High Wycombe. FREE EVENT, doors 2:15pm

A poster of a Victorian music hall auditorium.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 24/02/2025

Hmm. Must be an audio script/rehearsed reading when ALL the highlighters need to come out to denote different characters and voices! Had a wonderful rehearsal for this beautiful play yesterday. Free performance on Sat 1st March, 2pm, QPAC. #EandF #LostVictorianVoices #LGBTQIA+

A play script with five different highlighter pens on top of it. The text of the script is mostly blurred, but some lines have been highlighted in different colours.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 18/02/2025

2025 is Jane Austen’s 250th birthday and I am delighted to announce that I will be working with Georgettes of Oxford, performing readings of Austen at selected events throughout the year! Many thanks to Chris for creating my stunning Regency outfit! #Regency #JaneAusten #Darcy #Knightley #Austen250

A Regency style waistcoat in green jacquard on a dressmakers mannequin.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 17/01/2025

How smart are new the cards looking? @equityuk.bsky.social @equityaudio.bsky.social Always proud that I’m a member.

A purple membership card to the British Actor’s union, Equity. Behind is a microphone and pop shield.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 29/12/2024

Well, dear hearts, after 20 performances across 3 staged productions and 18 episodes of an audio series, I have doffed my hat, hung up the frock coat and taken my last bow as the Professor for now. A huge thank you to all our audiences and listeners. Until next time… #ProfessorChronomier

An image of the Professor walking away in the distance down a cobbled street. She wears her black hat, blue frock coat and brown trousers.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 30/11/2024

I am beyond stunned to announce that I have been nominated in the Best Performer category for the Horror Award Games. HOLLOWBODY and Headware Games are also up for several awards. Voting is public and you can visit the Horror Game Awards website to see all the nominees and vote.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 30/10/2024

The full schedule for the Audio Drama Hub Podfest is here! Panels, talks and workshops with guest speakers sharing a wealth of knowledge around audio drama production, fundraising, sound design and acting. I'll be appearing in two of the live shows during the evening. Tickets: tiny.cc/v0sszz

A graphic listing times and events for the Audio Drama Hub Podfest.

MAIN EVENT ROOM
11:00 - 11:30 - Keynote Speaker, Nicholas Briggs.
11:45 - 12:30 - Sound Panel Design with Katie Seaton, Nicholas Briggs, Andrew Mark Sewall and Oliver Morris.
12:45 - 13:30 - Sound Design Workshop with Mark Restuccia.
14:30 - 15:15 - Fundraising panel with Emily Inkpen, Tom Parks, Fio Tretheway, Georgia Cook and Flloyd Kennedy.
15:30 - 16:00 - Speed Networking.
16:15 - 16:45 - SFX/Silence/Breath Competition.

WORKSHOP ROOM
11:45 - 12:15 - How to Produce a Show £10, with Sarah Golding and Chris Gregory.
12:45 13:30 - Writing Workshop £10, with Emily Inkpen.
14:45 - 15:25 - Voice Acting Workshop £10, with Sarah Golding and Karim Kronfli.
16:45 - 17:30 - Audacity/Reaper Edit Workshop £10, with Oiliver Morris and Sarah Golding.

LIVE SHOWS
18:00 - 18:45 - Audio Drama Done Quick
18:55 - 19:25 - Am I Old Yet?
19:35 - 20:05 - Professor Chronomier
20:15 - 20:45 - Audio Drama Done Quick
20:50 - 21:30 Discussion with Q&A

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 16/09/2024

What a wonderful way to start #BiWeek, by being able to play an openly queer character! #RepresentationMatters Happy Bi+ Week! 🩷💜💙

A scene from a play. Erika as the Professor is hugging her character’s long lost partner.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 25/08/2024

Big day today. Dress shirt ironed and cufflinks picked out for hosting the Proms in the Park this evening. But before that, I have rehearsals for two other theatre shows today, starting with my beloved Professor! #theatre #acting #hosting #compere

A close up of a black velvet tuxedo jacket lapel showing a white pocket square with musical notes. A matching bow tie (white with black musical notes) is draped over the shoulder.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 23/08/2024

Thrilled to share I have joined the cast of Marvel Move from ZRX! You can hear me alongside Black Widow and Captain America in “The Doom Protocol”. zrx.app

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 01/06/2024

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ To all those who celebrate, whether loudly or privately, to those questioning or not ready, I wish you joy and pride in who you are. #PrideMonth

A photo of Erika in a black tuxedo with white shirt, black bow tie and waistcoat. On her lapel are two circular pin badges.
The top pin badge is a purple crown on a white background, representing the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.
The bottom pin is a Progress Pride flag.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 15/04/2024

And so Joyce has taken her final bow and another run has come to the end. Upcoming appearances include Horrorcon and the Festival of Chichester, followed by the Professor later in the year. In the meantime, more audio is on the way over the coming months!

Erika as Joyce - an elderly music hall actress, taking a bow in a spotlight. Joyce wears a brown skirt, peach blouse with a black jacket and red scarf. Her head is dipped and she holds her skirt out in a curtsey.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 26/03/2024

Possibly the closest I’ll get to a Knighthood for Services to the Arts. Me with the Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, after a presentation of the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (the equivalent of an MBE for volunteer organisations) at Queens Park Arts Centre.

The Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, a woman wearing a blue military uniform and holding a cup of tea, in conversation with Erika Sanderson. Erika wears a smart jacket with a KAVS pin badge on the lapel.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 20/02/2024

ALIENS DO EXIST from @unboundtheatre.bsky.social runs Fri 1 Mar - Sun 3 Mar. This is a wonderful play exploring neurodiversity - beautifully written, funny, heartwarming, but also not afraid to show the very raw struggle of growing up a bit different. tickets.queensparkarts.com/event/763:249/

A man and woman wearing lab coats sit next to each other. The woman is holding a clipboard and looking at the man.

The character of Jess as a young girl sits cross legged under a blanket. She is facing the audience, holding a torch. A plushie alien toy is by her feet.

The character of Sue, a woman in her forties, is sitting on a chair in a spotlight. She is wearing a floral scarf with a notebook open on her lap and holding a pen.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 18/01/2024

ALIENS DO EXIST is a brand new one act play following a young woman, Jess, throughout her life as she tries to blend in to a world not built for her, and her journey to self discovery. A heartwarming, funny, poignant and eye opening semi-autobiographical account of neurodiversity and autism.

A painting of a young woman with long brown hair wearing a green hoodie. Her face is scrubbed out with the word ALIEN across it. She stands under a flying saucer with a tractor beam.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 31/12/2023

Here’s a look back at some of the theatre productions I’ve been involved in. I’m very grateful for all the opportunities on stage and in audio. It’s only a few days before I’m back in rehearsals and recording more scripts. Thank you for your continuing support, and I wish you a Happy New Year!

A montage of theatre productions from 2023.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 27/12/2023

From @audiblevisions.bsky.social comes a new standalone story set in the furthest reaches of space - a search for identity and humanity. Things in Dark Corners presents THE FURTHEST STAR. Available wherever you can download or stream audio drama and podcasts.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 08/12/2023

Me? Being a touch dramatic while giving notes? Surely not! #director #panto

A greyscale photo of a woman standing in a stage reading from a notebook in her left hand.
Her right hand is raised dramatically.

A colour photo of a woman standing in a stage reading from a notebook in her left hand.
Her right arm is raised dramatically over her head.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 06/11/2023

Well this is exciting, thank you very much!

Scream Quing
Award for the best voice acting performance in a horror show.
Erika Sanderson - “The Vacant Sea - A Widow’s Walk” and “Alas, Poor Stuart”.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 01/11/2023

On Sat 4th Nov I’ll be performing in a brand new audio comedy GERTRUDE & DOROTHY from @unboundtheatre.bsky.social as part of @audiodramahub.bsky.social Podfest 2023. Tickets for the live shows and audio workshops and panels available from the Wycombe Swan website. #ADHPodfest2023

A vintage motor car over a spade with the title Gertrude and Dorothy on a black background.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 30/10/2023

I'll be appearing in two productions later today. The first is ALAS, POOR STUART - a zombie inspired caper. Then later, the Gothic Victorian melodrama THE VACANT SEA. Catch these, and other shows all created as part of the 11th Hour Audio Challenge.

A blue and black line drawing featuring a skull inside a glass bottle, surrounded by silhouettes of skeletal trees and spooky houses.
In yellow writing above reads "11th Hour Audio Challenge" and in the bottom right hand corner "2023".

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 09/10/2023

Work begins on this year's spectacular pantomime from @unboundtheatre.bsky.social Don't miss 'Peter Pan - Christmas in Neverland' from 8-30 December at Queens Park Arts Centre. Tickets: tickets.queensparkarts.com/event/763:186/ #TellGreatStories #QPACpanto #XmasInNeverland

A black and white photo of actors sitting on chairs in circle reading from scripts.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 03/10/2023

The joys of filming… waiting for pedestrians to move, watching the clouds and leaping into action as soon as the sun appears to try and get the perfect silhouette shot… gusts of wind exactly as you start to speak, followed by someone inexplicably sawing wood…

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 28/09/2023

Goodness gracious, dear hearts! Something is amiss with the multiverse. TWO Professors?! How will this fadge? Find out at St Mary's Church, Aylesbury 14-15th October.

Two women stand back to back both dressed in similar clothing. Black wide brimmed hat, bright blue cravat, white shirt, waistcoat with a clockwork pattern and a dark blue Victorian frock coat.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 23/09/2023

Whether you are out or not, questioning, or wondering where you might be under the bi+ umbrella, today is for you and I wish you joy, before the stealth cloak falls again. Happy Bi Visibility Day! 🩷💜💙

A heart in the bisexual flag colours (pink, purple blue) on a purple background.
Underneath the heart is the date September 23.

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 19/09/2023

From @mostlymarknixon.bsky.social and Shadows at the Door, S3E04 WRONG TRACK is out now! A phenomenal new ghost story from Bram Stoker Award nominated @laurelhightower.bsky.social. Wrong Track is a story about regrets, the ghosts of the past and an urban legend that may actually be true...

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