Tipi Launch – The Great Gatsby + Open Mic

Join us for our free Festival Tipi launch, followed by an Open Mic night – all welcome!

To celebrate the centenary of the publication of F Scott Fitzgerald’s novel, the launch theme will be The Great Gatsby. Come dressed up and enjoy discounted drinks. Booking not essential, but will help us with our planning.

In partnership with Huddersfield Live, sponsored by Huddersfield BID and with the support of Lawrence Batley Theatre.

Creative Writing Society Open Mic – 7pm-8.30pm

The launch will include a Creative Writing Society Open Mic from 7pm-8.30pm. Organised by the University of Huddersfield’s Creative Writing Society, the open mic will be hosted by local writer and university postgraduate Joseph Blythe. It will feature early career writers debuting their prose, poetry and stand-up – with slots for any audience members who would like to get up and perform, simply sign up on the night.

Following launch night, the Tipi will open daily to Sunday 18 May, with a Festival Wrap Party that evening.

Location: Tipi, Courtyard, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield HD1 2SP

Free (booking recommended)

Access Guide: https://www.accessable.co.uk/huddersfield-literature-festival/access-guides/lawrence-batley-theatre