Wordsmithery*

Having run evening spoken word events around Kent for over 5 years, we wanted there to be a way for people with children, or those who might have problems with late night public transport to be able to come to our literary events.

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The Confluence Sessions are a very informal way to hear new and established writers reading their own work in Medway. If you like poetry but haven’t  read any since school, or if you’ve never heard somebody tell a story live before, this is a chance for you to find out what it’s like. Plus have some great drinks and food whilst you listen to our poets and story tellers and maybe make some new friends who also like literature!

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Our writers have been briefed to expect a range of ages in the audience and to perform material suited to all ages. If you have any concerns on the afternoon, please speak to Sam or Barry in advance.

We want this to be a way for you and your children to experience what spoken word is like, and hopefully to foster an enjoyment for listening to stories and poems. There will be a short break after every performance for loo trips etc.

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Please note - your kids remain your responsibility whilst in the venue; we’d love you to stay for the whole event, but if you’re not enjoying it, or if your children are bored, then pop out and enjoy the outdoor gym which is located alongside the river, adjacent to the cafe. 

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If you haven't been to a spoken word event before we have compiled a guide to what to expect.