Join online to celebrate Lewisham's rich history of MCs and poets at this unique event, bringing together music, lyricism, poetry and spoken word; curated by Emma Warren.
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Join us online and step into the vibrant heart of Lewisham’s lyrical creativity at this unmissable event, celebrating the borough’s rich history of MCs and poets. From the fast chat pioneers of the Saxon Sound System era of the 1980s, to today’s contemporary wordsmiths, experience performances that honour Lewisham’s vibrant culture and celebrate its future. Curated by Emma Warren, the event will include sets from Lezlee Lyrics, Belinda Zhawi, Cecil B, SignKid, No Hats No Hoods (DJ set) and more; all accompanied by atmospheric and immersive soundscapes from the acclaimed Anja Ngozi. This one-of-a-kind evening bridges generations of creativity, capturing the heart and soul of Lewisham through spoken word and music. Join us for a celebration of music, language, rhythm and community that’s uniquely Lewisham.
**This listing is for the online livestream. To attend the event in-person, please visit: https://www.thealbany.org.uk/shows/lewisham-lyricists/
Access information:
- This live stream will be captioned
- If you require additional access provision in order to attend or take part in the Festival, for example, larger print handouts at workshops, or a scribe, please get in touch before the Festival day at: [email protected]
For more information about the access provision available, please visit: spreadtheword.org.uk/access-at-deptford-literature-festival