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Hear Black British poets, then take a first-come open-mic slot, at a free Peckham poetry night
Theatre Peckham, 221 Havil Street, London SE5 7SB
Poetic Unity's monthly Poetry Foyer at Theatre Peckham: booked performers plus a community open mic where poets sign up on a first-come basis, with a paid feature slot at the next edition up for grabs.
- Where
- Peckham / Camberwell SE5 7SB
- Format
- Drop-in
- Cost
- Free
Invite friendsPick a date, send one link, and see who's in.
How to get involved
- 01Just turn up
Pay per session on the door — no booking, no membership.
- 02Go once
Try a single session before you commit. It's free.
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