Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets
Tue 20 Oct · 18:00
Phoenix
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Phoenix in Exeter presents an open mic for prose writers and poets on 20 October 2026 at 18:00. Writers may offer extracts, poems or memoirs. Each spot allows a maximum of 10 minutes. Tickets are £3.30 to £5.50 and reading spots must be secured in advance.
Our open mics return to Exeter Phoenix as the colours of nature change, the light shifts, and the season for sharing new words begins.
Writers can offer poetry or prose at the mic. It can be an extract from a novel, a section of a short story, a handful of poems, or a flash fiction piece or two and memoir is also welcome,
. We also welcome new faces to the mic. If you are reading for the first time do think about doing your own read through as a practice at home. Happy to offer advice along the way before the event in an email.
For this event we are offering 10 minute reading spots (maximum time including any introduction) and we would love you to book a ticket and reading spot. Book your ticket here and then secure a reading spot by contacting David Lloyd sidmouthdavid@outlook.com
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Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 18:00.
Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets is held at Phoenix in Exeter.
Tickets for Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets range from £3.30 to £5.50. Live prices and availability are shown on WeGotTickets.
The forecast for Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets is Mainly clear · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Phoenix can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets can be booked via WeGotTickets using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Phoenix in Exeter presents an open mic for prose writers and poets on 20 October 2026 at 18:00. Writers may offer extracts, poems or memoirs. Each spot allows a maximum of 10 minutes. Tickets are £3.30 to £5.50 and reading spots must be secured in advance.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Our open mics return to Exeter Phoenix as the colours of nature change, the light shifts, and the season for sharing new words begins.
Writers can offer poetry or prose at the mic. It can be an extract from a novel, a section of a short story, a handful of poems, or a flash fiction piece or two and memoir is also welcome,
. We also welcome new faces to the mic. If you are reading for the first time do think about doing your own read through as a practice at home. Happy to offer advice along the way before the event in an email.
For this event we are offering 10 minute reading spots (maximum time including any introduction) and we would love you to book a ticket and reading spot. Book your ticket here and then secure a reading spot by contacting David Lloyd sidmouthdavid@outlook.com
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets?
Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets taking place?
Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets is held at Phoenix in Exeter.
How much are tickets for Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets?
Tickets for Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets range from £3.30 to £5.50. Live prices and availability are shown on WeGotTickets.
What will the weather be like at Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets?
The forecast for Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets is Mainly clear · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Phoenix can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Word Kitchen Autumn Open Mic for Prose Writers and Poets?
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