Scottish Spoken Word Showcase
Spoken word is an increasingly visible and important part of Scotland’s cultural life. Discover its strength, diversity and creativity in this celebratory showcase, where artists shed light on their inspirations, celebrate the scene’s lineage and traditions, and highlight its extraordinary artists. Hosted by poet and Creative Director of I Am Loud Poets Productions, Kevin Mclean, with Bee Asha, BEMZ, Dave Hook, Gray Crosbie, Jo Gilbert, Mae Diansangu, Kevin P Gilday and Victoria McNulty.
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David Reynolds (2015 Event)
Colm Tóibín: Man Imagines Mann
Katherine May: A Natural Harbour
Louise Welsh (2010 event)
Marina Warner (2016 Event)
Liz Lochhead (2015 Event)
Rachel Kushner: Postcards from America
Vashti Bunyan: A Wayward Life of Music
Heather McDaid & Nicola Sturgeon with Elif Shafak (2017 Event)
Rutger Bregman: There is Hope for the Human Race