Performance Poetry, Artistic Expression & Storytelling Showcase!

Come and be part of an afternoon filled with poetic expression!

Our Performance Poetry, Artistic Expression & Story telling afternoon offers a wonderful chance to be part of the audience. Within a warm, creative, family friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Exciting performances and headline acts are waiting for you at this family friendly event! We are supporting Macmillan Nurses!

WHEN:

Saturday 10th of May, 2025

TIME: Doors 11.30 Start: Midday - 3.30 pm

WHERE:

Leicester Guildhall Mayor's Parlour Guildhall Lane, Leicester LE1 5FQ

TICKET PRICES:

Adults: £12 Children: £5 Contact marynikoloff@gmail.com

Tickets available directly from Eventbrite.

Car parking available:

NCP Leicester St Nicholas Circle

0345 050 7080

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NCP Leicester Rutland Centre

0345 050 7080

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NCP Leicester Lee Circle

0345 050 7080

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Dover Street Car Park

LE1 6PW

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Highcross John Lewis Car Park

0116 242 8644

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Disabled blue badge parking

Applegate Car Park

27 Peacock Ln,

Leicester

LE1 5NS

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Mayor's Parlour

Car parking available:

NCP Leicester St Nicholas Circle

0345 050 7080

https://g.co/kgs/4WAkNRH

NCP Leicester Rutland Centre

0345 050 7080

https://g.co/kgs/gmkqffH

NCP Leicester Lee Circle

0345 050 7080

https://g.co/kgs/p5aQBzT

Dover Street Car Park

LE1 6PW

https://g.co/kgs/Q1iM9xS

Highcross John Lewis Car Park

0116 242 8644

https://g.co/kgs/94ir9UE

Disabled blue badge parking

Applegate Car Park

27 Peacock Ln,

Leicester

LE1 5NS

https://maps.app.goo.gl/EB6MwxfRLwYPktLz5

Jonathan Taylor is an author, editor, lecturer and critic. His most recent books include the poetry collection Cassandra Complex (Shoestring, 2018), the short story collection Scablands and Other Stories (Salt, 2023), and the memoir A Physical Education: On Bullying, Discipline & Other Lessons (Goldsmiths, 2024). He directs the MA in Creative Writing at the University of Leicester, and edits the popular review blog Everybody’s Reviewing. His website is www.jonathanptaylor.co.uk.

is an author, editor, lecturer and critic. His most recent books include the poetry collection Cassandra Complex (Shoestring, 2018), the short story collection Scablands and Other Stories (Salt, 2023), and the memoir A Physical Education: On Bullying, Discipline & Other Lessons (Goldsmiths, 2024). He directs the MA in Creative Writing at the University of Leicester, and edits the popular review blog Everybody’s Reviewing. His website is www.jonathanptaylor.co.uk.

Kezz Kerry Gallagher

Kerry is a multidisciplinary artist and spoken word performer from Leicester, England. She has performed sporadically before now, but her real spoken word journey began this year, resulting in her first poetry SLAM! victory in September 2023 at 'Some-Antics', a monthly spoken word event. Her poetry interweaves historical, artistic, and nostalgic references with self-deprecating humour.
Kerry has also curated exhibitions, showcasing the works of local and emerging artists, as well as her own. is a multidisciplinary artist and spoken word performer from Leicester, England. She has performed sporadically before now, but her real spoken word journey began this year, resulting in her first poetry SLAM! victory in September 2023 at 'Some-Antics', a monthly spoken word event. Her poetry interweaves historical, artistic, and nostalgic references with self-deprecating humour.
Kerry has also curated exhibitions, showcasing the works of local and emerging artists, as well as her own.

Aaron Issac

Aaron has had lots of new beginnings and will for sure have many more.

This time he brings his latest set of beginnings in poetic form. These poems try to describe the freedom that comes when we realise that we can begin again whenever we choose and that it's never too late to say "Well. Yesterday is yesterday. This is now... let's make something excellent out of yesterday's trouble".

"My book is being released 10th April! It's called "The Fire Brick Red Moon"

POETS AND MUSICIANS: My book launch (The Fire Brick Red Moon) 📙 is on the 26th April. I intend to make a public nuisance of myself in celebration. 🤸‍♂️ I'd very much like it if you would join me 😘🥳 Bring acoustic instruments and voices. Make a racket with me! Below is the event. Click to come along.🪘📯🎸 https://fb.me/1Lsmb9ArY82Qg0U

Emma Lee

UK based writer of poems, stories and book reviews.

Emma's publications include:

“The Significance of a Dress” (Arachne, 2020) and "Ghosts in the Desert" (IDP, 2015). She co-edited “Over Land, Over Sea,” (Five Leaves, 2015), reviews for magazines and blogs at https://emmalee1.wordpress.com.

Debbie McLean

Debbie McLean The Bee warrior Poet is a poet, performer, and community artist whose work blends honesty, warmth, and quiet power. Originally from Torquay, now rooted in the East Midlands, she writes poetry that explores motherhood, mental health, resilience, and the everyday beauty found in unexpected places.

She holds an MA in Creative Writing, has performed at spoken word nights and festivals across the region. Offstage, she’s led creative writing & drama workshops in schools and community spaces. She always passionate about helping others find and share their voices.

A motorbike rider, home baker, and lifelong storyteller, she’s been called kind, thoughtful, stubborn, and strong—a mix that lives in her poems too.

Her aim is to keep using poetry to explore and address the challenges life throws at us—whether that’s dealing with disabilities, navigating male-dominated spaces, or just the struggles we face day to day.

She’s got a motorbike poetry collection coming out soon, another poetry book in the pipeline, and a potential short story collection on the horizon. She wants her work to spark conversations, open minds, and remind people that no matter the obstacles, they have the strength to overcome them. Debbie would love to continue performing, publishing, and growing her work in community arts, creating spaces where people feel encouraged to explore their own creativity, as well as their voices.

Kyle Coare

Kyle is a Leicester based poet, writer and performer.

Described as a fearless voice that navigates the depths of the soul with unapologetic honesty.

Kyle is Co-host of

'Get Mouthy'

He tries to promote and encourage new talent. Kyle supports the poetry scenein Leicester and beyond.

Kyle is also a member of the Leicester Poetry Committee, who also aim to showcase the talents of Leicester.

His poetry branches in many directions, some having distinct horror themes, some political poems, with others being love poetry. Making every piece a journey or a story.

Although, his work can sometimes be dark, there is always sunlight after a stormy night.

https://linktr.ee/Wordsandfluff

Matthew Vaughan

Matthew is a storyteller, writer, dancer, dog walker and happy family man.

A story synopsis....

~Deep in the ancient, untouched heart of the forest lives the green man. There he cares for the trees, and the birds, and the beasts. The lords and ladies in their castles and mansions, and the wealthy merchants in the towns, they know that the green man is just a story to amuse children. Though his image is carved into the very stone of their churches and cathedrals, they do not believe such nonsense. But the country folk, those whose villages and farms lie closest to the edge of the forest, they know. And when the days grow short and bitter and the ground turns hard, they leave out bowls of food as an offering to him~

Karuna Mistry

Karuna has over 90 individual poems published in more than 60 anthologies. His poetry is thoughtful and philosophical, yet easily accessible, covering life, music, science fiction and spirituality.

His debut poetry and art book, “Sojourn: Transcending Seasons” (2024, Amazon) contains over a dozen art pieces and almost 100 poems in various styles.

This publication explores the journey of the soul through eight chapters of revealing thoughts and valuable insights in overcoming grief and loss, culminating in spiritual upliftment. Karuna has also orated his poetry at various public events and is currently a poetry editor for Austur magazine.

Connect via: Instagram and Facebook: @karunamistrypoetry Website: karunacreations.wordpress.com

Car parking available:

NCP Leicester St Nicholas Circle

0345 050 7080

https://g.co/kgs/4WAkNRH

NCP Leicester Rutland Centre

0345 050 7080

https://g.co/kgs/gmkqffH

NCP Leicester Lee Circle

0345 050 7080

https://g.co/kgs/p5aQBzT

Dover Street Car Park

LE1 6PW

https://g.co/kgs/Q1iM9xS

Highcross John Lewis Car Park

0116 242 8644

https://g.co/kgs/94ir9UE

Disabled blue badge parking

Applegate Car Park

27 Peacock Ln,

Leicester

LE1 5NS

https://maps.app.goo.gl/EB6MwxfRLwYPktLz5