Word Central

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Open Mic Poetry and Spoken Word

Hosted by Tony Curry

 

Presented by Flapjack Press & Manchester Libraries

 

A free event at
Manchester Central Library, St Peter's Square, Manchester M2 5PD
Ground Floor Performance Space

 

We are taking a break in January, but will return in February 2026
Next event:

Tuesday 17th February, 6.00pm - 7.45pm
(doors open 5.40pm)

 

with special guest Zena Barrie

 

Book your open mic slot from noon on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 via mail@flapjackpress.co.uk

 

N.B. Open mic slots are 3 minutes per performer - it is essential that you stay within this timeframe

Performance slots are allocated on a 'first come first served' basis from the stated booking time

If they are already filled you will be offered a place on the reserve list

 

Word Central Facebook Group ~ @WordCentralMcr ~ Manc Libraries Blog ~ Library Live

 

Upcoming:

 

Tue 24 Mar with special guest GoodnightTheSkye
Book your open mic slot from noon on Tue 10 Mar

 

Tue 21 Apr with special guest Tim Barlow
Book your open mic slot from noon on Tue 7 Apr

 

Tue 19 May
Tue 16 Jun
Tue 14 Jul
Tue 11 Aug
Tue 15 Sep
Tue 27 Oct
Tue 24 Nov
Tue 15 Dec

 

Previous special guests:

 

                                                                                                            

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