ArtfulScribe

14/06/2026

Write a Note Poetry Open Mic, in association with ArtfulScribe, usually takes place at Mayflower Studios, however this month it will be hosted online from 7:45pm.

Click the link below to find out more or to buy a ticket

Write a Note, in association with ArtfulScribe, is an open mic platform celebrating poetry, spoken word, and live literature.

14/06/2026

With World Cup season now upon us, Apples and Snakes' WordCup has made its way south.

In Leeds, Coventry, London, Thurrock, Burnley, Southampton, and Bristol, a Poet Coach and an Assistant Poet Coach are delivering sessions with young people aged 13–16, bringing together a team of eight who will represent the UK at an unforgettable festival weekend in London (10th–12th July). All teams will come together to share work, celebrate and perform on a world-class stage at the Southbank Centre as part of Southbank Poetry International.

Antosh Wojcik and Han Newton are supporting students from OASIS Academy Mayfield in Southampton to get them ready for this event. To find out more about WordCup or Apples and Snakes, please click the link below

https://applesandsnakes.org/


Throughout May and June, ArtfulScribe also delivers the annual Southampton Inter-School Poetry Celebration with the aim of supporting young people to develop their creative voices, build confidence in self-expression, and take part in a local showcase at our home in Mayflower Studios on the 1st of July.

Participating schools include: Hounsdown, Romsey, Regents Park Community College, Applemore, and Testwood.

12/06/2026

Literature development is an essential part of Artfulscribe's work, and we are proud to support the National Year of Reading. This national campaign is designed to help more people rediscover the joy of reading, highlighting how together, we can help transform the nation's attitude to reading, with the ability to expand minds, build confidence and fuel creativity.

This year, as part of the NYR programme, Southampton Library Service is looking to run creative writing workshops for disadvantaged families, in particular young boys aged 10-16, with a focus on music or sport.

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send a relevant CV and cover letter detailing your interest and why you'd be a good match for this work to [email protected].

To find out more about the National Year of Reading, please click the link below

https://goallin.org.uk/

11/06/2026

There is still time to enjoy the summer term on Writing for Wellbeing online, a creative writing group, led by Joanna Barnard.

Gathering to explore mental and emotional wellbeing. In a supportive and welcoming environment, the group uses poetry, prose and journal forms to explore our mental and emotional wellbeing, reflect, and find joy.

Please click here to find out more or to buy a ticket
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/writing-for-wellbeing-online-summer-term-2026-tickets-1985906228990?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/06/2026

Led by writer and poet Matthew West. Take some steps to learn new skills, setting goals and connecting with other people through creative writing for wellbeing.

Please click the link below to find out more or to book a ticket
https://tinyurl.com/y2zcntf7

Attendance is free for attendees who are registered with Solent Mind

07/06/2026

Write a Note Poetry Open Mic, in association with ArtfulScribe, is an open mic platform celebrating poetry, spoken word, and live literature.

Write a Note usually takes place at Mayflower Studios. This month, however, Write a Note will be hosted online.

Click the link below to find out more or to buy a ticket
https://tinyurl.com/3zfxph2t

05/06/2026

Raise Your Voice: A Writing Day for Women - Tomorrow!

There are still tickets available for the open mic, with space to join the celebrations, share your work and hear others perform.

Slots are limited, so participants wishing to perform at the open mic are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot.

To book a ticket or find out more, please click the link below
https://tinyurl.com/2hvzzwju

04/06/2026

Mayflower partnered with us to celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Mayflower Studios with a poetry exhibition that includes a staircase of poetry!

Antosh Wojcik met with regular groups and led reflective writing sessions, providing an opportunity for groups to contribute thoughts, feelings and memories towards the poems that form part of this exhibition.

During this time, Antosh worked with the Carers' Choir, Caribbean Dance group, Mayflower Young Writers groups, Serendipity, and staff and volunteers from across Mayflower.

You can find the the other poetical works in the cafe/bar of Mayflower Studios

03/06/2026

Raise Your Voice: A Writing Day for Women - This Saturday!

There are still plenty of tickets available for the open mic, with space to join the celebrations, share your work and hear others perform.

Slots are limited, so participants wishing to perform at the open mic are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot.

To book a ticket or find out more, please click the link below
https://tinyurl.com/2hvzzwju

31/05/2026

ONE DAY LEFT TO APPLY!

Do you have what it takes to work with a festival audience as part of a collaboration between The Front Room and ArtfulScribe?

Applications are still open to poets and spoken word artists keen to present work at this year's Victorious Festival in Portsmouth on Friday 29 August, showcasing writing on the general theme of togetherness.

To apply, please click the link below
https://tinyurl.com/43csseu7

Closing date for submissions: 12 noon - Monday 1 June