Ireland’s First Spoken Word Magazine
BND Spoken Word Magazine is Ireland’s premiere magazine and blog dedicated to documenting and promoting the vibrant spoken world community in Ireland.
The All-Ireland Poetry Slam Final on November 30th at Dublin’s Pearse Street Library will feature top poets from across Ireland, showcasing powerful performances as they compete for the national title. Connacht Slam Qualifiers – Still Open for Entry!
Read MoreNovember offers a vibrant lineup of spoken word, poetry, and storytelling events across Ireland, culminating in the All-Ireland Poetry Slam final in Dublin, showcasing the country’s diverse and dynamic literary voices.
Read MoreIreland's spoken word scene in October 2024 is vibrant and diverse, featuring a wide range of events including open mics, storytelling nights, poetry workshops, and festivals across the country.
Read MoreSeptember 2024 in Ireland offers a vibrant array of spoken word events, poetry slams, and open mic nights, culminating in the launch of the new issue of BND Magazine, Ireland's only spoken word magazine.
Read MoreAward-winning Irish poet Anne Tannam has had a vibrant year with the launch of her latest collection dismantle, extensive tours and workshops across Ireland as Poetry Ireland’s Poet in Residence, and upcoming performances this autumn.
Read MoreThe Munster Poetry Slam returns to Limerick on September 4th, offering poets a competitive platform to perform original works and qualify for the All Ireland Poetry Slam, as part of the First Wednesday Series at the White House Bar.
Read MoreExcitement builds for the Liú Lúnasa Slam Filíochta 2024
Read MoreThe highly anticipated Works Festival, showcasing a vibrant mix of spoken word, comedy, and music, is set to make its return to Dublin on August 24th, 2024.
Read MoreThis month, Cork will play to the poetic exchange of Coventry poets Ann Atkins and Amy Rugg, as part of the Cork-Coventry Twin Cities Poetry Exchange.
Read MoreA breakdown of the upcoming spoken word events scheduled to take place across Ireland this August.
Read MoreThe longstanding tradition of storytelling is alive and well in Ireland, and we are excited to announce a fresh opportunity to engage with it.
Read MoreThis July, The Dublin Story Slam presents "Summer in the City," featuring three Story Slams across different venues over two weeks, all centered around the theme of Summer in the City.
Read MoreAt the heart of Dublin's cultural resurgence lies a dynamic gathering: the weekly open mic nights orchestrated by Smithfield Creatives, serving as a crucible for the city's burgeoning creative energy.
Read More“It's my 6th fundraiser to organize for Medical Aid for Palestinians”, shares David Mallaghan, ahead of Smithfield for Gaza on June 15th.
Read MoreThe spoken word scene in Ireland this June promises to be a tapestry of creativity, inclusivity, and expression. With events spanning from intimate workshops and open mic nights to grand festivals and storytelling circles, there is something for everyone to enjoy and participate in.
Read MoreAs the days grow longer and the sun graces us with its warmth, the world of spoken word comes alive with a vibrant array of events and performances.
Read MoreTrying new things shouldn’t be exclusive to the first month of the year, and they shouldn’t be a chore to better yourself. They should be explored at a pace you’re comfortable with and only when you’re ready. January wasn’t your month? That’s cool. It’s February now and if you choose to make this month your month for trying new things then check out some upcoming workshops in creative writing, storytelling, comedy, and performance poetry.
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