Ink Spill #32: poetry workshop and open mic

Ink Spill #32: poetry workshop and open mic

  • Ages 18+

Join us for another great night of writing and poetry - with a workshop to give you time to write, and an open mic to share your work!

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Date and time

Fri, 16 May 2025 19:00 - 22:00 BST.

Location

The Head Of Steam

8 Saint George's Square Huddersfield HD1 1JB United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Themed poetry workshop

Rhiannon - @GoodnightTheSkye

goodnighttheskye (they/them) is a Leeds-based poet and spoken word artist best known for wearing black and spending too much time in the woods. Permanently preoccupied with what we keep under the bed...

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Poetry open mic

Abbi - @ByAbbiSenior

Abbi Senior is a queer, disabled writer and poet based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Her work utilises storytelling to explore health, identity and politics, and she regularly performs at poetry n...

About this event

Ink Spill #32: Poetry Workshop and Open Mic

Join us for an evening filled with creativity and poetry at The Head Of Steam, Huddersfield - with a poetry workshop and open mic event where you can showcase your own poetic talents or simply enjoy the beautiful art of spoken word.

On Fri 16 May 2025, you are invited to a friendly night of poetry. Whether you're an aspiring poet or a seasoned wordsmith, this event is open to all. So grab your pen, bring your thoughts, and let your words spill onto the page.

During the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to write and develop your poetry - inspired by the theme: Otherwordly. You'll be introduced to a variety of styles and techniques that will be supported by a variety of activities.

Following the workshop and a short hydration break, the stage is yours! Step up to the mic and share your creations with our supportive and enthusiastic community. Or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the performances of other talented individuals.

Whether you're seeking inspiration, looking to connect with fellow poets, or simply want to spend an evening surrounded by poetry, Ink Spill is the place to be!

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to sign up for the open mic beforehand?

No, not at all - slots are done on the night so there's nothing you need to organise before you come.

What do you do in the poetry workshop?

We start with a ten minute free-writing exercise on the theme to help people relax and get grounded, then we move into several different activities to encourage people to write and reflect. It's very relaxed and there is no pressure to write anything, it's just about taking space to be creative.

Why do you do a poetry workshop?

Life is so busy and overwhelming, we wanted to offer people some time and space for themselves where they could just focus on writing and enjoy it without any other demands. We also wanted to ensure that everyone who attended our nights had the opportunity to write and share work if they wanted to.

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