Poetry + Memory

Recalling People, Place and Experiences Across Perspectives.

How do we remember the past? In this workshop, we’ll explore poems about memory and what they can show us of the self and broader ideas of society, relationships and time. We’ll also dive deep into our own memories and breathe new life into some of the experiences that have shaped our routes into the world. How do we hold our memories and how much do we hold on to them? How do they make us feel?

Perhaps our memories are boxed away with our childhoods – people and places seen through innocent eyes. Or maybe they are free to surface our minds and shine like little lights – welcome memories that remind, motivate and inspire us to choose a different path.

We’ll explore vast memories wrapped up in small objects and immerse ourselves in the senses – sight, touch, smell, sound and taste - that continue to keep our memories alive, despite the inextricable passage of time.

In celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, all the poems we’ll look at in this workshop are written by poets of a South Asian background. Join an intimate group of like-minded, curious and enthusiastic writers and learn, create and share your work in a safe and supportive space. All levels of experience are welcome.

What to bring:
Yourselves!
Paper and pens will be provided

Saturday 26 July
10am - 12pm

£30