We’re thrilled to announce that Sally Wainwright, the creator of Happy Valley, will be joining us at this year’s Copenhagen Masterclasses for an exclusive session on the making of one of the very best crime dramas of recent years.

Sally Wainwright is a highly regarded and experienced showrunner from the UK, best known for creating Happy Valley, a series that has become one of the most talked-about crime dramas in recent years. With three seasons airing from 2014 to 2023, Happy Valley stands as a clear example of Wainwright’s ability to sustain a compelling story over an extended period.

How do you keep a story relevant and engaging for almost a decade? And how do you craft an ending that feels like a culmination, rather than an afterthought? These are some of the questions we’ll be discussing with Sally Wainwright at this year’s Copenhagen TV Festival.

In this session, Sally will share her approach to character development, her methods for creating immersive worlds, and how she portrays complex female characters in a genre often dominated by men. Happy Valley has set a new standard for crime drama, combining tension with depth and authenticity.

This is a unique opportunity to hear from a true master, as Sally Wainwright discusses the creative process behind one of the most significant crime series of recent years.