Common Language #3: Safe Housing | Ellen Moran & Ghazal Haqani
Pairing poets and activists to unpack the words you hear in the news and on social media.
Poet in the City Producers goes National 2021/22
Poet in the City announce the launch of Poet in the City Producers National, our flagship training programme for young producers.
What story do you want to tell about Exeter?
We’re inviting young leaders, creatives and arts professionals to join us for a lively and open discussion about the arts scene in Exeter. Join us to map your city and have your voice heard.
What story do you want to tell about Newcastle?
We’re inviting young leaders, creatives and arts professionals to join us for a lively and open discussion about the arts scene in Newcastle. Join us to map your city and have your voice heard.
Vacancy: Poet in the City Producers Programme Coordinators and Facilitators (Exeter and Newcastle)
We’re looking for Programme Coordinators and Facilitators to lead on Producers and shape a new youth culture offer in Exeter and Newcastle.
Common Language #2: Borders
Pairing poets and activists & academics to unpick the words we hear on the news cycle and social media.
Common Language #1: Universal Basic Income
Pairing poets and activists to unpick the words we hear on the news cycle and social media.
Poet in the City Producers 2023
We’re looking for curious, creative and enthusiastic young people in Newcastle and Exeter
Exeter Herstory: An Unfinished Fight for Women’s Rights
Exeter Herstory is the launch of a storytelling series diving into feminist histories to consider new pathways for change.
Newcastle Herstory: An Unfinished Fight for Women’s Rights
We are re-launching Newcastle Herstory, a storytelling series diving into feminist histories and contemporary activist narratives.
Vacancy: Creative Administrator (Kickstart Placement)
Poet in the City are looking for a Creative Administrator as part of the UK Government’s Kickstart scheme.
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Re-Voicing Words
A year on from “Connected Through the Unknown: A Hounslow COVID Archive” we invite Hounslow residents to reflect on the year gone by.
Notes About Now
Featuring new songs by London Sinfonietta from composers setting music to texts created by poets from our projects.
Poet in the City is seeking 3 new Trustees
We are looking for new voices to join our Trustees.
A Love Letter to Woolwich
Follow the story of the Woolwich Epic poem, written by Rasheeda Page-Muir, in collaboration with local residents, as it bursts into life on the walls and windows of the High Street.
A Love Letter to Woolwich
Join us for the premiere of The Woolwich Epic, a film featuring a poem by Rasheeda Page-Muir, as well as music from local artists and discussions around the importance of the streets we call home.
Testimonials
A selection of lovely testimonials from our artistic partners.
Anti-Valentine’s Poetry Party
An online poetry sharing, celebrating love in all its forms.
How to be a Creative Producer part 3: Festival Producing
As part of Poet in the City Producers, Poet in the City and Regent’s Place present a series of additional skills workshops for early-career producers designed to further develop professional skills needed to boost employability. How to be a Creative Producer part 3: Festival Producing Have you ever wanted to put on your own festival? Spent your…
A Look Back At 2020
We have worked with many inspiring partners, artists and freelancers this year and in closing 2020 at Poet in the City, I’d like to recognise their incredible work and our appreciation of their creative collaboration. A particular shout out goes to our freelancers, the creative geniuses behind the scenes who you might not know but…
Digesting History
Come dine with us online! Take a seat at our digital dining table for a menu of poetry, conversation and film.
Digesting History
Your much-needed contribution will go to Open Kitchen Social Club, a community programme that provides food and support for destitute asylum seekers, refugees, migrants and those in need.
A huge thank you from our CEO, Isobel Colchester
A note of thanks from CEO Isobel Colchester as we round off the year.
Wac Arts Young Producers
Poet in the City has partnered with Wac Arts to deliver Wac Arts Young Producers for aspiring creative producers 15+
Life on the High Street
Poet in the City has partnered with the Royal Borough of Greenwich and RevolYOUtion London to help create a community-led poem that will be turned into a short film and interactive public art installation.
How to be a Creative Producer part 2: Marketing Yourself
As part of Poet in the City Producers, Poet in the City and Regent’s Place present a series of additional skills workshops for early-career producers designed to further develop professional skills needed to boost employability. How to be a Creative Producer part 2: Marketing Yourself As an independent producer, how do you establish your own professional profile?…
How to be a Creative Producer part 1: The Business of Being Freelance
As part of Poet in the City Producers, Poet in the City and Regent’s Place present a series of additional skills workshops for early-career producers designed to further develop professional skills needed to boost employability. How to be a Creative Producer part 1: The Business of Being Freelance Ever wondered how to put together an invoice?…
Poet in the City announces appointment of Lennie Goodings as Chair of Board of Trustees
Poet in the City is delighted to announce the appointment of Lennie Goodings as Chair of its Board of Trustees. Lennie takes over from Sarah Davis, who steps down after eight years as a Trustee, five of which in the role of Chair.
William Wordsworth: I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud
An afternoon of poetry, discussion and reflection on life’s big questions through the words of Romantic poet William Wordsworth.
This event will take place online.
Halloween Poetry Party
Share your favourite spooky poems with us this #SpookySeason at Poet in the City’s virtual Halloween Poetry Party.