Promised for later in 2007 are Forward Prize winner Kathleen
Jamie, and Myra Schneider of the Poetry School. One of our most
published poets, Martin Newell, takes to the stage in April. Chris Tanner, programme organiser for the group said, “there are
signs of a bit of a poetry renaissance going on at the moment. For example
the Aldeburgh Poetry Festival had nearly 4,000 visitors this year. Some of
us in Wivenhoe thought that if Aldeburgh can do it, then we should have a
go too.” One of the aims of the organisation is to support local budding writers
with a space to try out their work. Most of the monthly events will have
an “open mic” space for new talent. Chris said, “we’ve been really
impressed by the response from published poets to our initiative. There
are a lot of established writers who are keen to come and perform in
Wivenhoe” For more information about poetrywivenhoe, contact Chris Tanner on tel: 01206 827612
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