Fashion students create poetry
We went to Central St Martins to make poems…
Newcastle Zine Launch
Join us for the launch of our Newcastle Zine
‘Zine Making in Newcastle
Reports from our Newcastle ‘zine making session
Poet in the City looks back at 2023
A reminder of the events and activities that made Poet in the City’s year
A message from our new Director
Read on as Julia Bird introduces herself and her plans for the future of Poet in the City…
Poet in the City statement – August 2023
Poet in the City, an arts charity with twenty years of experience delivering trailblazing poetry events, is undertaking a complete strategy review in order to ensure the sustainability and longevity of the business. Poet in the City holds Arts Council National Portfolio status for a three year period 2023-26, with an annual grant of £68,000….
Land Still Holds by Belinda Zhawi
i The face of this place stays forever changing how to stay the same This town where days never mirror each other. You walk its streets at all hours as you both wait for…
Poets in Vogue
Join us for a chic party at House of St Barnabas to close Southbank exhibition Poets in Vogue.
Poets in Vogue
Join us for a chic party at House of St Barnabas to close Southbank exhibition Poets in Vogue.
A new Executive Director for Poet in the City
The Poetry Society’s Julia Bird is to join Poet in the City as Executive Director in August
Some Kind of Blessing: Toni Morrison and Sula
Join us for a special evening at King’s Place to mark 50 years since the publication of Toni Morrison’s iconic novel Sula.
Taking Root Among the Stars: Octavia E. Butler & The Earthseed Series
Blur the lines between fact and fiction, past and future as we mark 30 years of Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower
Sounds of Run the Night (commission)
Discover the new Run the Night commission by Belinda Zhawi in collaboration with Weyland McKenzie-Witter.
Run the Night: Run the Riddim (club night)
This celebratory five-hour extravaganza to close the Run the Night programme opens up space for the DJs of the world.
Run the Night: SE to the World
An intimate in-conversation event with Rasheeda Page-Muir.
Run the Night: Experiments in Sound
An experimental night with Woolwich-raised poet and sound artist MA.MOYO
Run the Night: Launch Event
Join us at General Gordon Place for fresh new poetry celebrating SE London.
Run the Night: How to…Tell Digital Stories
Whether it’s a podcast or Tiktok, VR or AI, discover how to use digital technology to platform interesting stories.
Run the Night: How to…Produce Your Music Video
Beyond a cute space and bright lights, what else do you need to make your music video slap? Come through and find out…
Run the Night: How to…Produce a Live Event
Whether a poetry night or a live music gig; a festival or a cheeky sip ‘n’ paint, discover how best to get your event up-and-running.
Run the Night: How to…Put on an Exhibition
From finding the right venue to selecting the pieces to writing up an artist statement, learn how to curate your own exhibition.
This Woman’s Words
Join us to celebrate the launch of our Women’s Workspace at Newcastle City Library with a poetic extravaganza.
Sounds and Stories from the Windrush
Join us for a new exhibition in collaboration with the Thelma Matilda Alves Foundation to mark 75 years since the arrival of HMS Empire Windrush.
West Start, West Middle, West End
Celebrate what it means to be from the West-End of Newcastle at this family friendly performance event featuring the best in live local music, poetry, storytelling, discussion and food!
Poet in the City Producers Present…Honey, I’m Home!
Explore ideas of the home through interactive poetry.
Born Lippy & Wor Lasses: International Women’s Day Special
An all female line-up & hosts. Open to all genders. Everyone welcome.
Rules to Live By: Joni Mitchell and Poetry
Join us for a celebration of artists inspired by the lyrical ‘poetry’ of Joni Mitchell.
The Exchange
Local residents, policy makers, charity workers and creatives came together to kick off the Poetry Exchange Hub at Newcastle City Library. Find out more.
Listen back – Black Noise: Experiments in Quiet
Featuring Victoria Adukwei Bulley, Belinda Zhawi, Lynnée Denise & Jade Bentil
Poet in the City to begin new search for Chief Executive
Isobel Colchester to step down from the role after nine years.