Spoken Word Showcase

Friday 7th October

Curve present: Spoken Word Showcase, Celebrating National Poetry Day and Black History Month, Curve’s Foyer Stage becomes the setting for a stunning showcase of Spoken Word. Featuring performances from local young people alongside some of Leicester’s most exciting poets including Boston, DTP Haughton and Marcus Joseph, with a headline set from internationally acclaimed spoken-word artist and musician Joshua Idehen.

Time: 6.15pm

 

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