Speech Bubble

About the event

Join us for a relaxed and friendly evening of open mic performance poetry. Open to students, staff and members of the public, this long-running event showcases the best spoken word talent on campus through open mic slots. The event will be headlined by a special guest performance by Rebecca 'Bep' Summerscales.

Whether you're performing or simply enjoying the show, Speech Bubble offers an inclusive and supportive space to celebrate creativity and the power of words.

The event is hosted by the Creative Writing Society, a welcoming and inclusive student community for anyone passionate about storytelling. They host twice-weekly writing sessions offering a relaxed space to explore your creativity, share ideas, and receive feedback. Beyond writing, they run a variety of fun socials, from film nights and board games to nature walks and pub meetups.

This event is open to everyone (18+) - students, staff and members of the public.

About our guest performer

Rebecca Bep Summerscales is a poet, musician and literary reviewer. Currently based in Nottingham, they were Nottingham Slam Champion in 2024. Their first book, Panopticon, was published in December 2025 and is a collection of poems abou trauma and abuse.

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Open mic opportunity

Any Loughborough University student or staff member can perform at this event but please book a slot in advance as places are limited. All abilities are welcome so it doesn't matter if you've never performed your work before. We welcome performers from all backgrounds and you can expect a friendly and supportive audience on the night. The deadline for registering your interest via a short online form is 5pm on Monday 23 February 2026.

Register your interest in an open mic slot

Accessibility

This event is taking place on the ground floor of the Students' Union in The Lounge and there is step-free access into the building. There are gender neutral, accessible toilets close by. If you have any specific access needs then please let us know in advance via the booking form or email us at LUArts@lboro.ac.uk.

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