A Cheerful Queer(ful) Poetry Workshop with Kat Lyons
This event is part of the Out There Fringe Fest'26 performance programme, supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
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
Plus, a free hot chocolate (or other hot drink) for every participant
Kat Lyons is a Queer writer, performer, workshop facilitator and creative producer. They were Bristol City Poet from 2022-24, and their poetry collection Love Beneath the Nails is available from Verve Poetry Press. They are interested in how stories connect us to our world and each other, and believe everyone has a story to tell, and a voice worth hearing.
You'll have a chance to see Kat in action, with our Spork! Poetry show shortly after the workshop, at 7pm. Open Mic tickets are also available. For more info, go to www.outthere.org.uk/events/spork-poetry-at-chococo
This session will take place at Chococo on Gandy Street. Please note that this will happen upstairs and sadly there is no step-free access. For any questions about suitability, or accessibility contact us on sporkpoetry@gmail.com
Part of Out There 2026 Fringe Fest. Produced by Spork! Poetry.
This show is part of the Out There Fringe Fest'26 programme, supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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| Concession | £8.00 |
| Standard | £16.00 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
| A Cheerful Queer(ful) Poetry Workshop with Kat Lyons (23 Sept 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Wednesday | 17:00 | - 18:15 |
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