First Fortnight 2025 presents a dynamic lineup of spoken word events, featuring storytelling, poetry, and music across Ireland to challenge mental health stigma and celebrate the transformative power of the arts.
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Ó Bhéal's 12th Winter Warmer Poetry Festival, running from November 21st to 24th in Cork and online, will feature over 50 poets from seven countries, blending poetry, film, theatre, and music through workshops, performances, screenings, and vibrant open-mic showcases.
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The 11th International Storytelling & Folklore Festival, set in the scenic village of Sneem, celebrates a rich tradition of storytelling and cultural heritage with a diverse lineup of events and performances from November 8th to 10th, 2024.
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The Leaves Festival 2024, running from November 8th to 11th, will feature a rich lineup of events, including several that will be of particular interest to the spoken word community. Highlights include the "Stand By Me" spoken word event on November 11th, and various readings, workshops, and conversations with contemporary writers throughout the festival.
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The Kinsale Literary Festival, "Words by Water," returns from October 3rd to 6th, 2024, offering a diverse program of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and workshops, with highlights including spoken word events like Right Words and Local Voices.
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The Glens Storytelling Festival 2024 brings four days of captivating performances, workshops, and nature walks, celebrating traditional storytelling and cultural heritage in the Glens of Antrim from October 17th to 20th.
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Exciting news for artists across the country: submissions for the 2025 Scene + Heard Festival are officially open!
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The Aspects Festival 2024 in Bangor, County Down, offers a diverse programme of literary events from the 25th of September to the 6th of October, with highlights for the spoken word community including poetry slams, storytelling workshops, and performances by award-winning poets and storytellers.
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The International Dublin Writers' Festival offers spoken word artists and writers valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and showcase their talents through a range of workshops, readings, and networking events.
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The 6th Listowel International Storytelling Festival offers a four-day celebration of Ireland’s rich storytelling tradition, featuring diverse events including story swaps, performances, and cultural activities, set in the picturesque town of Listowel.
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Dublin Fringe Festival 2024 promises an eclectic mix of performances, including multidisciplinary art, spoken word, and music, offering a dynamic celebration of creativity and innovation from September 7th to 22nd.
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The 5th Fingal Poetry Festival, running from September 13th to 15th, 2024, offers a diverse and inclusive celebration of poetry, music, and community through various engaging events including poetry walks, jazz performances, and family activities, all set against the scenic backdrop of Skerries, Ireland.
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The Cape Clear International Storytelling Festival, established by Chuck and Nell Kruger in 1994, marks its 30th anniversary, continuing to showcase world-class storytelling on the stunning Cape Clear Island.
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