Platform Poets is a skills development programme for emerging writers aged 18 and over.

In spring 2020, the course of six workshops will be open to poets aged 18 and over who want to improve their writing develop their craft and hone their skills in performance. The programme will be led by ground-breaking writer and performer Francesca Beard (plus guest poets). Please note, there is no upper age limit.

Dates

You must be available to attend all workshops 6.30pm - 9pm on: 

Session 1: 5th February
Session 2: 12th February
Session 3: 19th February
Session 4: 26th February
Session 5: 4th March
Session 6: 18th March

All sessions will run at London Bridge Hive, 1 Melior Place, London Bridge, SE1 3SZ

Participants should also be available on Saturday 21 March (World Poetry Day) and on the evening of Wednesday 25 March for performances.

 How to apply: Fill in the google form which you can find here https://applesandsnakes.org/opportunities/platform-poets-with-francesca-beard/

Deadline for application is Monday 13 January at 12pm. Applicants will be notified of the result of their application by Friday 24 January.