Irish Writers Centre: The Word on the Street

Time and date

Tuesday 15 July 2025

Time

5:00 pm

Ends

6:00 pm

Location

Bantry Library

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Don’t miss this Irish Writers Centre showcase some of Cork’s finest spoken word artists. Come along and hear Jim Crickard, Kemi George Simpson, Shaunna Lee Lynch and Raphael Olympio.

Duration: 60 minutes

Admission: Free

This event is presented by the Irish Writers Centre

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Writers

Jim Crickard

Jim Crickard is a poet based in Cork, his work explores culture, sexuality and identity and likes to explore important social topics with a sense of humour. He has won...

Kemi George Simpson

Kemi George Simpson’s work can be found in The Four Faced Liar, Swerve, Good Day Cork and Cork Council's Poetry in the Park Collection. She is the 2024 Munster Poetry...

Shaunna Lee Lynch

Shaunna Lee Lynch is spoken-word poet, writer, and performer from Cork, Ireland. She has performed her poems at arts events around Ireland and abroad, including: Cork Midsummer Festival (Art Gifts),...

Raphael Olympio

Raphael Olympio is a Cork-based artist who explores various genres to showcase his versatility. Primarily a rapper and spoken word artist, he adapts his style to suit the message he...