Words First Showcase 2025

St George’s Hall

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Words First Showcase – Contains Strong Language

Contains Strong Language and BBC Upload present the Words First Talent Showcase, celebrating the most talented emerging poets and spoken word artists from across the UK.

Introducing Rechella Ketedzi, Imogen Grover, Rayhanah Rowe, Tariq Brown, Charlotte Cropper, Jenny Pilkington, Rhian Jade and Prav Jandu.

This event is free to attend – book your free place.

BBC Contains Strong Language is a partnership between the BBC, Word Up North and Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture. It is supported by Arts Council England.