An Evening Of Afrocentric Poetry with The Man With Many Faces

Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm UTC+01:00

Theatre Deli | London

Theatre Deli  London
Publisher/HostTheatre Deli London
An Evening Of Afrocentric Poetry with The Man With Many Faces
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An immersive evening of Afrocentric poetry with The Man With Many Faces, where words, rhythm, and melody become one.
About this Event

Saturday 16th May, 7pm - 9.30pm


An Evening of Afrocentric Poetry with The Man With Many Faces is an immersive blend of rhythm, language, and storytelling. Fusing Yoruba and English, Great Kolawole delivers powerful poetic narratives accompanied by live melodies. Each performance creates a rich soundscape where words and music move as one, drawing the audience into moments of reflection, emotion, and connection. This is more than a poetry reading, it is a living, breathing experience of culture, voice, and rhythm.



Performers

Great Kolawole Additional collaborators to be confirmed

Age guidance: This age guidance for this performance is 18+

Interval: This performance does not have an interval.

Tickets: Tickets are £25 and available through Eventbrite



Accessibility

See our Accessibility Guide for information about access in our venue.



About The Man With Many Faces

The Man With Many Faces is the stage name of Great Kolawole, a raconteur, multi-instrumentalist, and Afrocentric poet. He blends his native language, Yoruba, with English to paint vivid pictures with words, crafting compelling stories that resonate deeply with his audience. His performances often incorporate live melodies, creating an immersive fusion of sound, rhythm, and storytelling.

Instagram: @themanwithmanyfaces


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Theatre Deli, 107 Leadenhall Street, London, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 27.09

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