
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)
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Open Readings will be held on 12 December 2026 at the Barbican Centre in London. This event offers a platform for participants to read their written work and receive feedback from fellow attendees. The exact location within the Barbican will be communicated to participants closer to the event date.
Hi all, This is open reading will be held at the Barbican in London. I'll provide exact meeting location to attendees and how to get there near the time of the event. Whilst this will still be in the Barbican - This will not be in the usual location as it's being renovated. I will share the new location to all attendees near the time of the event. *** Join us in a friendly atmosphere for a chance to read out your written work - from your short stories to part of your novel, or any fictional/non-fictional work you would like to share. Each reading will be followed by constructive feedback and thoughts from fellow attendees. * This session is an excellent opportunity to gauge feedback on your work and learn where you can improve. * Each reading will have a time limit of up to 10 minutes max in length. (There will be a subtle alarm sound at the end of 10 mins to help keep the session moving forward in good time). * Please note there isn't any option to share you writing on a screen for others to read - as there is with the online meetings. * For the attendees who wish to read their work, please just attend and volunteer at the time. We will try and accommodate as many readings as possible. If you wish, please also feel free to just come along to listen and provide constructive feedback. *** Agenda: (10:30 am to 12:30 pm) 1. Session start: 10.30 am. 2. Short Introduction and summary of proceedings. 3. The first writer to give their reading. 4. Further readings. 5. Close and thanks. *** This session is being held in partnership with the Barbican who also share the event on their Eventbrite page. ***
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Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 10:30.
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) is held at Barbican Centre in London (Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Barbican Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)
10:30
Barbican Centre · London
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Open Readings will be held on 12 December 2026 at the Barbican Centre in London. This event offers a platform for participants to read their written work and receive feedback from fellow attendees. The exact location within the Barbican will be communicated to participants closer to the event date.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Hi all, This is open reading will be held at the Barbican in London. I'll provide exact meeting location to attendees and how to get there near the time of the event. Whilst this will still be in the Barbican - This will not be in the usual location as it's being renovated. I will share the new location to all attendees near the time of the event. *** Join us in a friendly atmosphere for a chance to read out your written work - from your short stories to part of your novel, or any fictional/non-fictional work you would like to share. Each reading will be followed by constructive feedback and thoughts from fellow attendees. * This session is an excellent opportunity to gauge feedback on your work and learn where you can improve. * Each reading will have a time limit of up to 10 minutes max in length. (There will be a subtle alarm sound at the end of 10 mins to help keep the session moving forward in good time). * Please note there isn't any option to share you writing on a screen for others to read - as there is with the online meetings. * For the attendees who wish to read their work, please just attend and volunteer at the time. We will try and accommodate as many readings as possible. If you wish, please also feel free to just come along to listen and provide constructive feedback. *** Agenda: (10:30 am to 12:30 pm) 1. Session start: 10.30 am. 2. Short Introduction and summary of proceedings. 3. The first writer to give their reading. 4. Further readings. 5. Close and thanks. *** This session is being held in partnership with the Barbican who also share the event on their Eventbrite page. ***
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StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Barbican Centre. Searching near Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS; check-in Saturday, 12 December 2026.
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WhereBarbican Centre
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)?
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 10:30.
Where is Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) taking place?
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) is held at Barbican Centre in London (Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS).
Is there anywhere to stay near Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Barbican Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)?
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