Apples & Snakes presents Word Power
Tuesday, 06/10/2009 at Chelsea Theatre – Corus Fresh Flower, The Chelsea Theatre, Kings Road, London
FREE
Four of the UK’s best performance poets demonstrate the power of words to inspire and transform
Lemn Sissay headlines a rousing evening exploring freedom of expression and cultural identity through personal narrative, explosive verse and beautiful, brain-tingling poetry. Lemn is joined by Jacob Sam-La Rose, Aoife Mannix and host Malika Booker.
Organised by Kensington and Chelsea Arts Service
Exeter Central Library celebrates National Poetry Day
Exeter Central Library will be celebrating National Poetry Day on Thursday 8 October with a combination of live poetry and music.
Starting at 7:30pm, award-winning poet Aoife Mannix and musician Janie Armour will be performing their lyrical and haunting mix of spoken word and accordion. Also, the acclaimed young Devonian musician and singer, Jim Causley from the band Mawkin:Causley – ‘Best Group’ nominees at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards – will be bringing his exciting version of traditional and contemporary songs to the stage.
Then, on Saturday 10 October from 11am to 1pm, the library is hosting a poetry writing workshop. Aoife Mannix, poet and skilled writing tutor, will show people how best to flex their creative muscles, and develop their poetic voice.
Tickets for both events are now available from Exeter Central Library, or by telephoning 01392 384200. Tickets cost £5, or £3 concessionary for over 65s and under 18s, and people with disabilities. Places for the workshop are limited, so the library advises people to book early.
