Scottish Spoken Word Showcase
Spoken word is an increasingly visible and important part of Scotland’s cultural life. Discover its strength, diversity and creativity in this celebratory showcase, where artists shed light on their inspirations, celebrate the scene’s lineage and traditions, and highlight its extraordinary artists. Hosted by poet and Creative Director of I Am Loud Poets Productions, Kevin Mclean, with Bee Asha, BEMZ, Dave Hook, Gray Crosbie, Jo Gilbert, Mae Diansangu, Kevin P Gilday and Victoria McNulty.
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Arifa Akbar: The Complexity of Sisterhood
Aleksandar Hemon & Elif Shafak (2015 Event)
Lesley Riddoch at the Edinburgh International Book Festival