Bad Betty Live

Bad Betty Live

“Fierce and bristling with life”- The Guardian

“The very best of contemporary poetry” – The Book Hive

Bad Betty Live is a night of dynamic poetry and music, showcasing world-class artists and local favourites in a warm and inclusive setting, hosted by Bridie Squires and Jake Wild Hall.

Award-winning publishing house Bad Betty Press presents poetry from Raymond Antrobus FRSL (Ted Hughes Award, Rathbone Folio Prize) Fran Lock (Hyena, TS Eliot Prize Shortlist), Ioney Smallhorne (Caribbean Small-Axe Prize Shortlist) and Polis Loizou (Polari First Book Prize Long-list), plus music from Cappo and Ellie Stainsby.