Bad Betty Live, Nottingham
Bad Betty Live is a dynamic night of world-class poetry and music, in a warm, friendly and inclusive setting. After launching in London and touring the UK in 2022, we’re delighted to bring Bad Betty Live to a new home in Nottingham, with support from Arts Council England. We’re partnering with Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature to provide poetry masterclasses in the afternoon, ahead of each evening show. You can buy tickets for the show or workshop individually (£10 each), or save with a combined ticket (£15). Our Notts event launched at Rough Trade on 21st September 2023. Rough Trade is wheelchair accessible, with a lift and accessible toilet. Our event takes place on the first floor. Forthcoming events:Thursday 16th November
Bad Betty Live, Rough Trade, Nottingham, 5 Broad St, NG1 3AJ 3pm Poetry Masterclass with (TBC) 7pm Bad Betty Live, featuring poetry from Joelle Taylor, Bridie Squires, Jasmine Cooray and James Kearns, and music from Casey Bailey and Celeste de Veazey. Hosted by Jake Wild Hall and Joshua Judson TICKETS VIA DICERaise the Bar x Bad Betty, Bristol
Tuesday 14th November
The Station, Silver Street, Bristol, BS1 2AG 7pm Featuring poetry from Caroline Bird, Tom Sastry, Jasmine Cooray and James Kearns, and open mic. TICKETSBad Betty Live, Norwich
We’re delighted to partner with National Centre for Writing again, as part of our 2023 tour.Wednesday 15th November
National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall, 115-123 King St, Norwich NR1 1QE 7pm Bad Betty Live, featuring poetry from Amy Acre, Jasmine Cooray, James Kearns and Tiffany Atkinson, and open mic. TICKETSLoud Poets x Bad Betty, Edinburgh
Friday 17th November
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR 7.30pm Featuring Harry Baker, Beth Godfrey, Jasmine Cooray and James Kearns. TICKETSBad Betty Live, London
We’re returning to our first home for an end of the year party, and to celebrate the publication of new poetry collections, Inheritance by Jasmine Cooray and On the Subject of Fallen Things by James Kearns. Rich Mix is wheelchair accessible.Thursday 23rd November
Bad Betty Live, Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, London E1 6LA 7pm Bad Betty Live, featuring poetry from Victoria Adukwei Bulley, Jack Underwood, Kareem Parkins-Brown, Amy Acre, Jasmine Cooray and James Kearns, and music from Harry & Chris. Hosted by Jake Wild Hall. TICKETS VIA RICH MIXWord Wise: Bad Betty Takeover, Derby
Friday 24th November
Dubrek Studios, Derby, DE1 3LB 7.30pm Featuring James Kearns, Susannah Dickey, Kandace Siobhan Walker and Kevin P. Gilday, and open mic. TICKETSSay Owt x Bad Betty, York
Wednesday 29th November
Fulford Arms, 121 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4EX 7.30pm Featuring Jay Mitra, Jasmine Cooray, James Kearns and Susannah Dickey. TICKETSFor a taste of what to expect, check out some photos from previous Bad Betty Live events, shot by Tyrone Lewis…