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OFF THE CHEST POETRY NIGHT

PRESENTED BY OFF THE CHEST
An explosive poetry open mic night featuring Yomi Sode

Hosted by poets Ella Dorman-Gajic and Iftikhar Latif, Off The Chest is an inclusive spoken word and poetry night, celebrating original voices and poetry that makes a statement.

This night will feature a headline set from T. S. ELIOT PRIZE shortlisted poet Yomi Sode, who will be reading poems from his acclaimed debut collection ‘Manorism’. Also featuring is Ella Sadie Guthrie, who will be reading from her debut pamphlet ‘Poems for Pete Davidson’. Find out more about both features via Off the Chest’s Instagram. 

Their open mic segment offers the opportunity to poets of all backgrounds and ages to take to the stage. You will be able to sign up for the open mic on the night, with a limited number of spots up for grabs. Names will be pulled out of a hat.

Funded by Arts Council England, Off The Chest has produced multiple poetry nights to sell-out audiences.

24 NOV
7:45PM
£6

POETRY NIGHT

PRESENTED BY OFF THE CHEST
An explosive poetry open mic night.

Hosted by poets Ella Dorman-Gajic and Iftikhar Latif, Off The Chest is an inclusive spoken word and poetry night, celebrating original voices and poetry that makes a statement.

This night will feature a headline set from T. S. ELIOT PRIZE shortlisted poet Yomi Sode, who will be reading poems from his acclaimed debut collection ‘Manorism’. Also featuring is Ella Sadie Guthrie, who will be reading from her debut pamphlet ‘Poems for Pete Davidson’. Find out more about both features via Off the Chest’s Instagram. 

Their open mic segment offers the opportunity to poets of all backgrounds and ages to take to the stage. You will be able to sign up for the open mic on the night, with a limited number of spots up for grabs. Names will be pulled out of a hat.

Funded by Arts Council England, Off The Chest has produced multiple poetry nights to sell-out audiences.

24 NOV
7:45PM
£6

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Health and Safety

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Concessions

Concessions apply to students, under-18s, over-60s and more. For more info on our concession policy click here→

Accessibility

All performance spaces and facilities are fully wheelchair-accessible. For more info please contact Box Office on 0207 498 4699.

Ticket Collection

We operate a paperless box office system. You will be emailed a receipt once you have booked in advance. There is no need to print this off, just state your name at the box office on arrival.

Cafe Bar

Ticket holders can take advantage of a 10% discount on all food and drink in our Café Bar on the day of their event between the following times:

7:45pm performances – discount available between 6-7pm

Content Warnings

Poems may contain swearing and content of a sexual or violent nature.

Find out more here.

Age Recommendation

14+

Duration

2h (incl. interval)

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