Poetry in Manchester
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Poetry in Manchester doesn't just live between the covers of a book. It's read aloud in cafés, spat out on slam stages, murmured at an intimate reading or shouted at an open mic. We've gathered everything that keeps the poetry scene beating: readings, recitals, open mics and meet-the-author sessions.
Whether you're more free-verse-in-a-Belleville-cellar or grand-recital-in-a-library, you'll find the next date right below this intro. The list updates itself, every day.
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Events — poetry in Manchester
Tomorrow
1 event
Saturday 27 June
1 event
Thursday 9 July
2 events
Wednesday 16 September
1 event
Wednesday 2 December
1 event
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Venues — poetry in Manchester
2 coming upPetite salle de Manchester où la musique tient la vedette. Soirées jazz, soul et funk, concerts world et sessions improvisées. Ambiance intime, son soigné et bar animé. Line-up qui va du jazz contemporain aux grooves qui font danser.
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1 coming upClub de Manchester qui programme surtout indie, rock et folk. Soirs de concerts intimes et tournées anglaises ou US. On y croise des guitaristes atmosphériques, des voix soul et parfois du hip-hop. Line-up varié, du songwriting calme aux guitares énergiques.
1 coming upFrequently asked questions
Where can I hear poetry in Manchester?
Open mics and readings mostly happen in cultural cafés, bookshops, libraries and a few theatres. The most active spots show up in the venue list above.
Are there free poetry events in Manchester?
Yes, a good share of open mics and readings are free or pay-what-you-can. The price is shown on every event.