Benjamin Zephaniah Day
Festival of Rhythm, Unity and Revolution Honouring Benjamin Zephaniah
Come and join us for an unforgettable celebration of art, poetry, music and more, as we honour the life and legacy of the late Benjamin Zephaniah — a true icon of the arts and activism.
This vibrant festival coincides with his birthday weekend, marking the Inaugural Benjamin Zephaniah Day, and we’ve got an incredible line-up of events planned for you!
Festival Highlights Include:
Stage Takeovers by Black Writer’s Guild & WritersMosiac & Apples and Snakes
Speakers’ Corner – Share your own talents with the crowd
Creative Workshops, Exhibitions, and Film Screenings
Global Performances from poets, musicians, and artists
Contributions from the Fellows of the Royal Society of Literature
Vegan Food Stalls available throughout the day!
Bring the whole family for a day filled with creativity, inspiration, and celebration of Benjamin Zephaniah’s legacy. It’s an event you won’t want to miss.
Mark your calendars and join us for an experience that combines rhythm, unity and revolution!
SPIN
Join poets Francesca Beard, Zohab Zee Khan and John Hegley for a fun-filled spoken word poetry show. This is an interactive show where we guarantee you’ll want to be up on your feet, dancing and singing along. The show is suitable for age 7+ and is one hour long, made up of short performances.
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