Spork!
Spork! is an Exeter based events producer putting on live poetry events across the city and beyond. Running since 2018, Spork!’s mission is to make spoken-word accessible, engaging and fun!
Since 2018, they’ve hosted over 100 events, ranging from Haiku Slams to workshops and pop-up performances. They’ve programmed big names like Rob Auton, Vanessa Kissule, Joelle Taylor, and Harry Baker, alongside a wide range of local emerging and established poets – plus comics, drag queens, rappers, and even brass bands.
They regularly host shows at Exeter Phoenix, including the annual City Slam competition and the much-loved Christmas Special. They also host a monthly poetry book club called the Not Dead Poets Society, on the last Tuesday of every month at Exeter Library!
Spork! is led by local artist-producer Chris White. To get in contact, email Chris on sporkpoetry@gmail.com
Upcoming Events
A Cheerful Queer(ful) Poetry Workshop with Kat Lyons
Chococo, Gandy Street - Wed 23 Sept - 5pm - 6.15pm
A 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.
Spork! Poetry at Chococo
Chococo, Gandy Street - Wed 23 Sept - 7pm - 8:30pm
Join 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.
As 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
Spork! Sunday Service: a morning of queer poetry at Totnes Pride
Centre, Totnes - Sun 27 Sept, 10.45am - 12pm
Join Spork! Poetry for a Sunday morning spoken-word show; an hour and-a-bit of spectacular live poetry that amplifies Queer voices, from the silly to the sublime! Featuring 3 fantastic artists plus an audience limerick competition!