The event is organised by the University of Sheffield and is part of the annual Festival of Words (see the official website for a ton of other interesting events).

The event is free and you don’t need to register. Use the More info button [external link] to see more information.

From the organiser:

Join us for a unique, friendly open mic that celebrates the UK’s rich linguistic diversity. Hosted by Sheffield’s Poet Laureate Danaé Wellington, enjoy a show-stopping set from British-Algerian writer Lydia Hounat, an alumna of the PTC’s first UNDERTOW programme for polylingual young poets. 

Plus your chance to perform!  Bring two poems (one free choice and one using a non-English language) and sign up for the open mic on the night. Everyone will also be given a poem in translation to take home.

In collaboration with the Poetry Translation Centre 20th birthday celebrations.

Event-related discussions and more

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