Culture Night 2024 across Ireland will feature a variety of spoken word events, including storytelling sessions, poetry competitions, and performances that celebrate the rich cultural and literary traditions of the country
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As the days grow longer and the sun graces us with its warmth, the world of spoken word comes alive with a vibrant array of events and performances.
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Capturing the Shona culture with a cross-genre performance of storytelling, poetry and interview, that experiments with traditional forms of literature, Zimbabwean storytellers Tariro Takavarasha and Kayssie Kandiwa present The Language I Cannot Speak to the International Literature Festival Dublin.
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Cameron Johnson releases his arts documentary ‘Dublin, Spoken’ that follows the efforts of three spoken word poets who aim to establish an industry out of their art form.
The documentary features interviews by spoken word artists Melissa Ridge (Boundless & Bare and BND Magazine), Hazel Hogan (Being Earnest Podcast), Kasey Shelley (Ealaín Open Mic) to learn about their poetic journeys, as well as Lewis Kenny, who as of the making of the documentary had retired from the scene, provides some contrast, but the message remains the same: spoken word is a powerful medium for emotional truth.
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Created by Beau Williams and Hazel Hogan, the 2 Meter Review is a digital anthology publishing poetry and photography with proceeds going directly to contributors.
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Trying new things shouldn’t be exclusive to the first month of the year, and they shouldn’t be a chore to better yourself. They should be explored at a pace you’re comfortable with and only when you’re ready. January wasn’t your month? That’s cool. It’s February now and if you choose to make this month your month for trying new things then check out some upcoming workshops in creative writing, storytelling, comedy, and performance poetry.
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From Derry to Dublin and Cork to Galway there are Spoken Word Events happening all over the country this month. Here are just some to look forward to.
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Boundless & Bare presents BND Magazine ISSUE 2 launching on 22nd November in The Complex, Dublin. The event will include spoken word performances by Beau Williams, Melissa Ridge, and comedy by Therese Cahill with more soon to be confirmed. Tickets are €12 and include admission to the event and a copy of BND ISSUE 2. They can be purchased on Eventbrite.
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