Off the Shelf, Sheffield’s festival of reading and writing started at the weekend, kicking off with a whole day of readings and poetry in the city centre.
Non-stop reading and music in the Word Tent
In the Word Tent, which was set up outside the Town Hall there was non-stop spoken word and music throughout the day, including open mic and read a poem slots, as well talks and readings from guest poets, storytellers and musicians.
The festival continues until 30th October, so there is plenty of time to attend and get involved with the whole host of events, talks and workshops which will be held throughout the city.
Highlights in the next week include an evening with Labour veteran Tony Benn tomorrow night at the Octagon Centre, a poetry show from rap poet and reggae artist Donavan Christopher on Friday at Longley Park Sixth Form College, and a talk from Fatima Bhutto next Monday where she will discuss her book Songs of Blood and Sword which deals with her life in Pakistan, from a personal and political perspective.
For a full list of all the Off the Shelf events and to book tickets click HERE.
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