Taking the Mic

Taking the Mic returns for another evening of have-a-go magic, hosted by spoken word artist and erstwhile Bard of Exeter Tim King.

Poetry is the mainstay of our show but we also welcome comedy, philosophy, theatrical acts and singer-songwriters. Every performer gets a five minute slot to showcase their talent.

Dates (all 8pm start): Wed 19 Aug 2026 Wed 16 Sep 2026 Wed 21 Oct 2026 Wed 18 Nov 2026 Wed 16 Dec 2026 Wed 20 Jan 2027 Wed 17 Feb 2027