Literary Art
Poets in Putney - Poetry Open Mic Night - with new feature for shy poets...
Join us at The Hall, Putney Public Library for a night filled with creativity and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned poet or just starting out, this event is the perfect opportunity to share your work with a supportive audience. Come showcase your talent, listen to others, or simply soak in the poetic atmosphere. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts in the heart of Putney!
We’re thrilled to welcome Amy Ewbank as our guest co-host for this month’s Poets in Putney!
Amy is a poet, playwright, director, and founder of Doll’s Eye Theatre, as well as Co-CEO of Verve Leaders, where she helps people perform and speak with confidence. She’s worked across London and the UK as an actor, playwright and director, with productions supported by the Criterion Theatre Trust and University of West London, and has been featured on Sky News, Channel 5, and The Guardian.
Amy’s passionate about helping people find their creative voice — and she’s introducing a lovely new addition this month for shy poets who might not feel ready to perform.
If you’d love to share your poem but don’t want to read it aloud yourself, Amy will be offering to read it for you.
Simply purchase a Performer Ticket, then email your poem (that can be read in five minutes or less) to poetsinputney@gmail.com — and your words will be brought to life on stage while you enjoy the evening from the audience.
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Every open mic is a little different, but Poets in Putney is all about being relaxed, informal, and inclusive.
Whether you're an amateur, a professional, or just poetry-curious, you're welcome here. You can book a ticket as a performer or an audience member - either way, we’d love to have you.
I’ll host the evening and call up all registered performers one by one for their slot. If there's time at the end, we’ll invite anyone from the audience who wants to give it a go.
This is an open mic, so poetry may range from funny and romantic to powerful and raw. Some performances may include emotionally sensitive topics such as:
Grief, trauma, mental health, discrimination, violence, abuse, or identity-based experiences.
Performers will be encouraged to provide content warnings when needed. If at any point you’d like to step out, you’re free to do so.
That’s totally fine. Buy an audience member ticket and soak up the vibes. If you feel inspired on the night, we’ll offer a few end-of-show slots for anyone who didn’t sign up but wants to share a piece.
(I’ve been there myself — just watching others can help give you the confidence you need.)
Please note that the Library closes at 8pm, so you will not be able to enter after this time.
On the night please enter via the main Library entrance. You will exit from a different door after the show.
Putney Library is wheelchair accessible via the main entrance on Disraeli Road. The Hall is located on the ground floor with step-free access throughout. There are accessible toilets, and seating is provided for all guests.
For the benefit of neurodivergent attendees, space will be calm, welcoming, and low-stimulation, with no flashing lights or loud music.
If you have specific access needs or questions, just get in touch — I’ll do my best to support you.
Looking forward to it!
We can’t wait to welcome you. Whether you're here to speak, listen, or just soak up the creative energy — this space is for you.
