Join us for the launch of the Joan Brossa exhibition, and a panel discussion, exploring the Catalan poet, playwright and visual artist.

In partnership with the Manchester and Barcelona UNESCO Cities of Literature and the Joan Brossa Foundation, The University of Manchester is delighted to host this exhibition on Joan Brossa, one of Barcelona’s most prominent poets, a key figure in 20th century experimental poetry.

The images on display in this exhibition have been curated by the Joan Brossa Foundation in Barcelona. The exhibition is one of a series of cultural exchange events in place between Manchester and Barcelona UNESCO Cities of Literature during 2025.

You will have the opportunity to view the exhibition, and to hear from a range of speakers on the life and works of Joan Brossa. Speakers include Samuel Llano (The University of Manchester), Helena Buffery (University College Cork).

Accessibility

We want to make the event a positive experience for all participants. If you have particular access needs, please let us know in advance by providing details of any accessibility needs when registering for your ticket or by emailing us at creative@manchester.ac.uk.

Image Credit

Joan Brossa: L’art pot morir. Homenatge a Miró (Art Could Die. Homage to Miró) Exhibition catalogue prologue for 109 Books with Joan Miró Barcelona, Fundació Joan Miró, 1989

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Joan Brossa. The mental feeling of complete happiness