About This Event

The Poetry Lounge: A monthly home for spoken word. Line-up + open mic. The first Wednesday of every month, 6.30pm–10pm. Come as you are. CAYA Collective Presents: The Poetry Lounge 📅 Date: Wednesday 4th November 2026 🕕 Time: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM (Please try and get there for 7.15 to avoid disruptions to the artist's performances) 📍 Location: On The Hush Manchester A warm, cosy, welcoming space for all kinds of creatives and individuals who want the chance to relax and reflect whilst listening to soulful poetry. If you're a regular poetry night goer, a newbie to poetry or looking for a community then this is the place for you! All is welcome! CAYA's poetry lounge has been described as many as a 'safe space' and place where people can be 'care free'- and that's why we stand for Come as you are- and we hope you leave inspired. 💜 What to Expect: •A curated line-up of talented poets delivering powerful performances •A chance to promote what you have to offer the creative community with our spotlight segment •A warm and welcoming open mic to close the night & your chance to take the stage and share your words. •A supportive community space that encourages creativity, vulnerability, and truth. Whether you’re an established writer, trying spoken word for the first time, or simply love being immersed in the magic of poetry, The Poetry Lounge is your home. Come as you are, Leave inspired. Agenda 6:30 – 7PM | Arrival, welcome & networking 7– 7.15PM | Host introduction & welcome poem 7.15– 8:15PM | Featured performers (curated lineup) 8:15 – 8:30PM | Headline act 8:30 – 9:00PM | The Spotlight – share your wins, news, and community shout-outs 9:00 – 9:20PM | Open mic – A chance for YOU to get on stage 9:20 – 9:30PM | Closing poem & final words 9:30PM Onwards| A chance to network :) If for any reason a ticket is not within your budget then please send a message saying 'Soul Seat Needed' to CAYA_COLLECTIVE0161 (on instagram) and we will give you a complimentary ticket- no questions asked 💜

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