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SUMMARY:A Cheerful Queer(ful) Poetry Workshop with Kat Lyons
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of the Out There Fringe Fest’26 performance programme\, ​supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England​. \nChococo\, Gandy Street – Wed 23 Sept – 5pm – 6.15pm \nA 75 min poetry workshop on writing about LGBTQ+ identity\, experiences and joy\, led by the brilliant Kat Lyons. Designed for LGBTQ+ writers and poets\, this workshop will get you writing in new ways\, with playful exercises and creative activities. A chance to share and connect with fellow writers – any experience welcome\, from first time poets to seasoned wordsmith \nPlus\, a free hot chocolate (or other hot drink) for every participant! \nKat Lyons is a Queer writer\, performer\, workshop facilitator and creative producer. They were Bristol City Poet from 2022-24\, and their poetry collection Love Beneath the Nails is available from Verve Poetry Press. They are interested in how stories connect us to our world and each other\, and believe everyone has a story to tell\, and a voice worth hearing. \nYou’ll have a chance to see Kat in action\, with our Spork! Poetry show shortly after the workshop\, at 7pm. Open Mic tickets are also available. For more info\, go to www.outthere.org.uk/events/spork-poetry-at-chococo \nThis session will take place at Chococo on Gandy Street. Please note that this will happen upstairs and sadly there is no step-free access. For any questions about suitability\, or accessibility contact us on sporkpoetry@gmail.com \nPart of Out There 2026 Fringe Fest. Produced by Spork! Poetry.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/a-cheerful-queerful-poetry-workshop-with-kat-lyons/
LOCATION:Chococo Exeter\, 22 Gandy St\, Exeter\, EX4 3LS
CATEGORIES:Arts,Devon,Festival,Literature
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SUMMARY:Spork! Poetry at Chococo
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of the Out There Fringe Fest’26 performance programme\, ​supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England​. \nJoin us for another night of poetry\, spoken-word & sweet treats at Chococo on Gandy Street. This time part of Out There Fringe Fest. Our Chocolate shop shows are just like a regular Spork! but more chilled\, and much more chocolatey.  \nAs part of OUT THERE\, we’re platforming LGBTQ+ voices with feature sets from 2 fabulous Bristol based poets / theatre makers; Tom Denbigh & Kat Lyons. Plus an LGBTQ+ mini open mic\, and (of course) delicious hot chocolates\, soft drinks and other refreshments available from the café. All hosted by Chris Milky White \nKat Lyons is a Queer writer\, performer\, workshop facilitator and creative producer. They were Bristol City Poet from 2022-24\, and their solo show Dry Season toured UK theatres from 2022-23. Their poetry collection Love Beneath the Nails is available from Verve Poetry Press. \nKat performs regularly across the UK\, mentors poets\, writes for commission\, produces poetry events and facilitates creative and writing workshops for people of all ages and experiences. They live in the Mendip Hills and can often be found talking to plants and poking around in the undergrowth looking for fungi. They are interested in how stories connect us to our world and each other\, and believe everyone has a story to tell\, and a voice worth hearing. \nTom Denbigh is a poet and playwright based in Bristol. He is a winner of BBC Words First and has headlined stages around the UK and abroad. He has written an ACE-funded short film\, and had his writing featured by BBC 1xtra\, BBC Bitesize\, Apples and Snakes\, the Institute of Physics and many more. He is a producer at Milk Poetry and has facilitated writing workshops for groups of students from the UK and abroad (he is particularly proud of his work with queer young people) \nOutside of poetry Tom has a PhD on plant roots and crumbling soil. He also works part-time on climate change policy. In 2019 he published his debut collection of poetry\, “…and then she ate him” (Burning Eye Books). Tom is currently working on his first play\, and was recently featured at Bristol Old Vic’s Open Stage. \nPlease note\, this event will take place upstairs at Chococo\, which is only accessible via 1 flight of stairs\, with the toilet also located on the first floor. This is an alcohol free event\, but the café at Chococo will be open all night and selling their usual range of delicious hot drinks\, soft drinks and sweet treats.  \nThe event is adult orientated\, with an age guidance of 14+. \nTickets are £10.00\, with a £7.50 self selecting concession rate. \nThe show starts at 7pm and will wrap up at around 8.30pm\, with a 10 min interval  \nWant to Compete in the Open Mic? \nOpen Mic Tickets are £3. There will be a maximum of 7 open mic performers\, and this open mic is all about LGBTQ+ voices. Limited spaces available. First come\, first served. Open Micers have a maximum of 4 mins or 1 poem each. For any questions about taking part\, give us an email on sporkpoetry@gmail.com \nThis is part of the Out There Fringe Fest’26 programme\, ​supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England​.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/spork-poetry-at-chococo/
LOCATION:Chococo Exeter\, 22 Gandy St\, Exeter\, EX4 3LS
CATEGORIES:Arts,Devon,Festival,Literature
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SUMMARY:EastBenders
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of the Out There Fringe Fest’26 performance programme\, ​supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England​. \nGet the bubbly out of the fridge\, because for ONE NIGHT ONLY we’re taking the East all the way West\, and travelling to Exeter to immortalise the campest\, loudest and silliest moments from everyone’s favourite soap in DRAG! \nAn East End bash with the most iconic Albert Square residents as you’ve never seen them before… Get the bubbly out of the fridge\, because we’re taking the East all the way West\, and turning Phoenix Theatre into that legendary London boozer – The Queen Vic. \nJoin us as we honour the residents of the unluckiest\, most fictional borough of London… Whether you’re a (Pat) Butcher\, a (Mitch) Baker\, a little bit of a slag or a TOTAL slag\, you’re not gunna want to miss this chaotic unofficial tribute to the British institution that is EastEnders. \nSo\, dust off your massive earrings\, strap on your spinning bow-tie and get yourself down to the Phoenix Theatre for a dose of drag\, drama and maybe a (sausage) surprise or two along the way! \nKeep an eye on @eastbenderscabaret for a line up announcement\, but DO ME A FAVOUR and book a ticket\, you ain’t gunna wanna miss this… \nContent warnings and age guidance:\n18+ recommended. Adult themes\, strong language\, mild nudity\, references to violence\, use of haze\, plus loud music and sound.
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LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy Street\, Exeter\, EX4 3LS
CATEGORIES:Devon,Festival,Theatre
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SUMMARY:EXTRAVAGANZA Club Night
DESCRIPTION:EXTRAVAGANZA IS BACK!\nOut There presents EXTRAVAGANZA Club Night \nThis event is part of the Out There Fringe Fest’26 performance programme\, ​supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England​. \nAfter an unforgettable first outing in 2024 with Bimini\, Out There’s unapologetic EXTRAVAGANZA returns for its second outing – bolder and ready to bring Out There Fringe Festival 2026 to a spectacular close! \nJoin us at The Lemon Grove for an unmissable night of cabaret\, live performance\, music and celebration\, headlined by the one and only Danny Beard – one of the UK’s best-known drag performers and presenters. \nCrowned winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Series 4 and runner-up on Celebrity Big Brother 2025\, the bearded queen brings their quick wit\, powerhouse vocals and all-round star brilliance to EXTRAVAGANZA. \nAnd we’re only getting started… \nOne of the UK’s most exciting breakthrough DJs\, Harrison\, joins the EXTRAVAGANZA line-up for a headline live DJ set. The UK producer and DJ is behind the viral rework of “All The Things She Said”\, which spent six weeks at number one on Spotify’s Viral Chart worldwide and has amassed more than 750 million streams following its feature in the hit TV show Heated Rivalry. Harrison had an official release of “Untouched” with The Veronicas\, and a remix of “Free to Love” with Duran Duran and Nile Rodgers. Harrison’s live show plays like a full artist performance. \nAnd that’s not all… \nWe have ANOTHER headline host still to announce soon – with many more acts \nWith more incredible acts still to be announced\, expect daring and fierce performances\, huge dancefloor fillers and an unforgettable night at The Lemon Grove\, University of Exeter. \nEXTRAVAGANZA Club Night is proudly supported by our venue partner\, Exeter Event. \nSaturday 17 October 2026\nThe Lemon Grove\, University of Exeter\nDoors: 8pm\nLive performances begin: 9pm\nParty until: 2am \nCategory is “Extravaganza”! Come dressed to express in your most glamorous\, bold\, and ostentatious attire\, ready to strut your stuff.  \nOut There Fringe Festival takes place September – October 2026 \n Out There Fringe Fest – @outtheretogetheruk\n Danny Beard – @thedannybeard\n Harrison – @harrisonmusic \nAccess Requirements:\nYou can contact the festival team for support by emailing hello@outthere.org.uk. Where applicable and once your accessible ticket has been purchased\, please contact us to request your FREE carer ticket. You will need to provide proof of purchase and your name\, and the name of your carer will be added to the venue manifest. For specific venue access information\, please reach out to the individual venues directly.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/extravaganza-club-night/
LOCATION:The Lemon Grove\, University of Exeter\, St Germans Road\, Exeter\, EX4 6TG
CATEGORIES:Devon,Festival,Theatre
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