Join Mothers Who Make Exeter for a very special, relaxed and uplifting daytime show with poet and mother Hollie McNish! Whether you join online or in person you are in for a treat.

“One of the best poets we have” – Matt Haig
“Makes me cry and howl with laughter” - Paapa Essiedu
“like Pam Ayres on acid” – Lemn Sissay
“Her writing is sublime” – Ellie Taylor

12 contestants, 3 rounds, 1 winner, much kudos.
This year's slam is part of the Cygnet Theatre’s 40th Anniversary festival

Tim King and Ysella Sims proudly host 12 of the finest poetic performers in the South West as they compete in the 11th instalment of this annual knock out competition.

In addition to the kudos and abundant opportunities for further paid gigs, there's a £100 prize for the winner alongside £50 and £20 for the two runners up.