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Thu Nov 19 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC+00:00

Open Mic Poetry Night

  • Westcliff Library · Southend-on-Sea
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Calling all Southend poets and writers! Enjoy a free evening of words. Perform, listen and connect with local poets in a welcoming space.
About this Event

Are you a Southend-based poet? Have something you would like to share with an audience?Are you a local writer who is hoping for a new experience?

We have ten Open Mic slots availble at our Poetry Night at Westcliff Library, MC'd by local poet 'S'.

You can book to perform, or book to be a part of the supporting audience. Performers and attendees must be 16+.

Each perfomer will have 5 minutes to read a long poem or two shorter pieces. Performance slots must be booked on Eventbrite and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Audience members and non-performers can book a ticket on Eventbrite and/or at the Welcome Desk at Westcliff Library.

Following the break there will also be an opportunity for audience members to read a poem or a piece of writing during the second part of the evening.

Refreshments are included.

For questions and further information contact [email protected] or call 01702 534123.


Agenda

🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:05 PM
Introduction
Host: Local poet 'S'
🕑: 07:05 PM - 08:00 PM
Poetry Reading - Part 1
Host: Various Performers
🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Break
🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Poetry Reading - Part 2
Host: Audience & Performers
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Event venue & nearby stays

Westcliff Library, 649 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Tickets GBP 0.00
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