Sound System: Music & Poetry Of The Black Atlantic

A constellation of powerful poetic voices takes us on a global journey of music and poetry across the African continent, Black Britain, the Caribbean and South America;

Iconic dub poetry and Black British activism pioneer, LINTON KWESI JOHNSON, giant of Brazilian poetry CONCEIÇÃO EVARISTO and internationally acclaimed T S Eliot Award winner ROGER ROBINSON.

Two-time Forward Prize winning writer, poet and artist MALIKA BOOKER chairs this not-to-be-missed evening of poetic excellence.

A Rooted event, made possible by Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant support. Staged in partnership with National Poetry Centre and FLUP, with the support of the British Council and our venue partner Royal Armouries.