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"The late, great anarchic visionary Benjamin Zephaniah is in the spotlight for Lyrafest’s flagship event. Celebrating his dub poetical works with performances from Brummie Laureate Casey Bailey alongside recollections from friends and family on the Brixton Riots, Peaky Blinders and his historic OBE snubbing. There’ll never be another like him, rest in power!"
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A event held at St George's Bristol on Sunday 27th April. The event starts at 19:00.
This special Bristol tribute to Benjamin Zephaniah will celebrate his extraordinary work and enduring legacy. The event will feature readings of Zephaniah’s iconic poems by renowned figures in UK poetry, including his 'Poem for St Pauls' performed in Bristol in 1983 for the BBC, as well as talks, personal stories and reflections from Benjamin’s friends and family members.
The event will feature former Birmingham Poet Laureate Casey Bailey, Guyanese writer and actress Pauline Melville, members of Benjamin's family including Joyce Springer-Amadedon and Millicent Springer, and more TBC.
Book here for premium seats in the Central Stalls.
Tickets can also be booked via St. George's Bristol Box Office.
Come along and pay tribute to one of the most influential and remarkable poets in living memory, celebrating his immeasurable contributions to poetry, activism, nature, health and social justice.
Part of Lyra - Bristol Poetry Festival 2025.
#LyraFest
Entry requirements: no age restrictions (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs, 1:1 ratio)
The event will feature former Birmingham Poet Laureate Casey Bailey, Guyanese writer and actress Pauline Melville, members of Benjamin's family including Joyce Springer-Amadedon and Millicent Springer, and more TBC.
Book here for premium seats in the Central Stalls.
Tickets can also be booked via St. George's Bristol Box Office.
Come along and pay tribute to one of the most influential and remarkable poets in living memory, celebrating his immeasurable contributions to poetry, activism, nature, health and social justice.
Part of Lyra - Bristol Poetry Festival 2025.
#LyraFest
Entry requirements: no age restrictions (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs, 1:1 ratio)
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