This Week in Books: Jazz poetry to Bang Said The Gun
Jon Davis | Friday 14 January, 2011 15:26
Jazz Verse Jukebox – 7pm Sunday 16th
Held at the famous Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, this night has been described as “the perfect jazz poetry party”. So if you like jazz and poetry and partying then I guess this one’s for you.
Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, 47 Frith St, W1D 4HT. Tickets £7
Jawdance – 7.30pm Wednesday 19th
Watch as the jaws’ of novice and seasoned poet’s jig at this spoken word night. If you have a sudden poetic rush of blood to the head there’s always the open mic slot at the end of the night.
Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6LA. Free
Islington Poetry Workshop – 7.30pm Thursday 20th
If your friends and family are tired of reading your poetry, then head to this workshop to discuss your work with a supportive and friendly group.
FHPC, 12 Pine Grove, N4 3LL. Free
Bang Said the Gun – 8pm Thursday 20th
Bang Said the Gun grabs poetry by its shoulders and shakes it until dirty, funny words fall out. It’s a stand up poetry night for those who don’t like poetry.
The Roebuck, 50 Great Dover St, SE. Tickets £5
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