LONDON: Apples and Snakes in Soho

Apples & Snakes in Soho : Jackie Kay; Roger Robinson; Gloria Dawson
Soho Theatre, Wednesday 25 June


Not only is Jackie Kay the author of several poetry collections and the
acclaimed novel Trumpet, she's also something of a national treasure. Taking
her adoptive upbringing and Scottish-Nigerian heritage as jumping-off
points, her work probes the notoriously knotty topics of gender, race and
identity. She was awarded an MBE for services to literature in 2006.
Tonight, especially for you, she presents a choice platter of her finest
poems.

Plus contributions from

Nick Drake chronicler of life¹s serio-comic moments, and past master of
the stings-like-a-bee school of poetry.

Roger Robinson finely-tuned storyteller with buckets of charisma and the
lyrical sensibilities of a musician.

Gloria Dawson newcomer who plays fast and loose with poetic form,
invariably finding beauty in the ensuing chaos.

Another Soho night with Apples & Snakes the heart of poetry in the heart
of the city.

When: Wednesday 25 June @ 8pm
Where: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean St, London W1D 3NE
Tickets: £8 / £6 concs
Book: 0870 429 6883 / www.sohotheatre.com
Info www.applesandsnakes.org

New Blood @ The Poetry Cafe, 21st May

Ladies' Night at the Poetry Cafe with Charlotte Runcie, Excentral Tempest and Aoife Mannix. Kickoff 7.30, floorspots available on the night, £5 entry (£3 concessions).

Should be a great night with a really wide range of styles, and it features a  POF staff member, so why not go along? See you there :)

Blue Chrome Poets Charity Reading: Friday 28th March

Blue Chrome Poets

Leah Fritz, Ruth O'Callaghan, Siriol Troup, Adele Ward
Friday 28th March 2008
7pm

Poets from the floor very welcome - please bring two copies of the poem if you wish to be considered for the bluechrome anthology. There are at least 10 major poets who will also be contributing to the anthology inc. UA Fanthorpe, Fiona Sampson, Marilyn Hacker, Penelope Shuttle, to name but a few.

Trinity United Reform Church
1 Buck St, Camden Town, London
(2 minutes Camden Town tube)
Entry £4/£3
Wine
Proceeds to COLD WEATHER SHELTER

Poets' Cafe in Reading: Friday 21st March

Poets’ Café
South Street Arts Centre, South Street, Reading.
Friday 21st March
8pm doors.
£6/£4.

With OPEN MIC

Featuring Jo Bell (www.bell-jar.co.uk) as special special guest, and plenty of open mic space for everyone else to join in. Hosted by AF Harrold. "Very exciting!"

Sophia Blackwell, et al, 'Behind the Mic': Friday March 7th

'Behind The Mic' at The Glass Bar is a monthly showcase of bright new female talents in music, comedy, poetry and performance at this unique women-only venue.

Behind The Mic at The Glass Bar, West Lodge, 190 Euston Road, London NW12EF. 8.30pm. £6. 020 7388 9555

Every first Friday of the month. WOMEN ONLY!

Hosted by musician / comedian Rosie Wilby (finalist Funny Women 2006. 'Her stage presence exudes warmth' The List)

Friday 7th March is a special celebration of International Women's Week
Guests are: Stella Duffy, award-winning internationally-renowned author Stella Duffy reading from her latest novel The Room Of Lost Things. Stella has also directed several plays, appeared in Radio 4 sitcoms and quizzes and is an occasional guest with the Comedy Store Players. Also, Julie Jepson: 'Intelligent stand-up that is instantly engaging...truly fabulous' - bbc.co.uk.

Also featuring Sophia Blackwell, well-known performance poet & multiple Slam winner, who has performed at Glastonbury and Womad. 'Sophistication incarnate- an artist who combines humour and original social commentary with stunning visual performance.' - Steve Larkin. Also, Nicol, vocalist, pianist, guitarist who grew up in LA and has performed with Seth Lakeman, Ron Sexsmith, Guy Chambers and Roachford. Roxy Rawson, 'Comparisons to the likes of Joanna Newsom and Regina Spektor are beginning to emerge. With each show, the applause gets louder and her name gets bigger.' Independent on Sunday.

For more info see:Behind the Mic

Catherine Smith's LIP: a poetry launch, Brighton, this Thursday

Catherine Smith launches 'Lip'

Shakespeare's Head, Spring Street, Brighton BN1 3TP
Thursday 6th December
8pm


Launch of Smith's fantastic new collection, Lip, which is published by Smith/Doorstep. Hosted by THE SOUTH.

£5 / £4 conc. Friends of THE SOUTH receive a £1 discount.
www.thesouth.org.uk

Six Women Poets with a Kick - SOLD OUT!

Six Women Poets with a Kick

4th November 2007
7:30 PM
Lantern Theatre, Kenwood Park Road, Sheffield

After their electrifying visit to Off the Shelf 2005 Six Women Poets with a Kick are back by popular demand. Encompassing some of the hottest talent in the region (including two Bloodaxe poets) Suzanne Batty, Anne Caldwell, Nell Farrell, Char March, Clare Shaw and River Wolton are re-defining any concepts of ‘Women’s Poetry. Prepare to find yourself out of your comfort zone.

Six Women Poets with a Kick
Tickets £5/£4 from Sheffield Theatres – tel. 0114 249 6000

NB. This event is SOLD OUT but there might be the odd ticket available at the last minute, due to no-shows.