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 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.
Read MoreWidespread disappointment over the modest €6 million increase for the Arts Council when compared to €9 million allocated for phone pouches in schools.
Read MoreLeinster's top three poets have qualified for the All-Ireland Poetry Slam Final, where they will compete for the 2024 title and a chance to represent Ireland at the 2025 European Championship.
Read MoreThe Poetry Off the Page, Around the Globe conference invites presentation proposals on spoken word poetry by 20th December 2024, with the conference taking place in Vienna in June 2025.
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Read MoreThe Fermanagh heat of the All Ireland Poetry Slam saw captivating performances, with Robert Elliott, Frankie McPhillips, and Kate O'Shea qualifying to represent Ulster in the national final in Dublin on November 30th.
Read MorePoetry Aloud 2024, an annual poetry speaking competition for post-primary students across Ireland, invites entries by October 4th.
Read MoreThe Ballymun is Brilliant project is calling for creative proposals from artists across Ireland to develop innovative, community-engaged works focused on climate action and justice, with applications due by 13th October.
Read MoreExciting news for artists across the country: submissions for the 2025 Scene + Heard Festival are officially open!
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreKemi George-Simpson, Mel White, and Ciaran MacArtain qualified from the Munster Heat of the All Ireland Poetry Slam held on September 4th in Limerick, and will compete in the final on November 30th at Pearse Street Library in Dublin.
Read MoreCulture Night 2024 across Ireland will feature a variety of spoken word events, including storytelling sessions, poetry competitions, and performances that celebrate the rich cultural and literary traditions of the country
Read MoreThe 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.
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 MoreStephen James Smith delivered a heartfelt spoken word performance at the Centre Culturel Irlandais, celebrating 100 years of Ireland's participation in the Olympics.
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 MoreTo mark the launch of this landmark edition, BND Magazine is hosting a special event on Saturday, 28th September, at Mind the Step. Doors open at 6:45pm, with the event kicking off at 7:00pm.
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 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 MoreKneecap, the dynamic Irish hip hop trio from West Belfast, is set to electrify audiences once again with the upcoming release of their “mostly true” biographical film, "Kneecap."
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