A woman in traditional South Asian attire speaks at a podium to a seated audience in a theatre setting.

Bangla Month 2025: Poetry after Chai + Q&A

About Bangla Month 2025: Poetry after Chai + Q&A

Experience an unforgettable evening at Poetry After Chai, an immersive celebration of poetry and storytelling at Midlands Art Centre. This event transforms MAC into a mehfil, an intimate space where spoken word and lyrical performances explore pressing political, social, and cultural themes, inspiring reflection and dialogue. The night promises to ignite your imagination and provoke thought through captivating performances by local and emerging poets, complemented by a Q&A session with lead poet Saida Chowdhury. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with Saida as she signs copies of her compelling new book, Broken Minds.

Join us for a dynamic event that challenges perspectives and celebrates the transformative power of words.

Booking info

To book Accessible tickets and free Companion tickets, please visit our Accessible Bookings page. Companion tickets will initially show a standard ticket price, but once your account is set-up and you are logged in, this will be reduced to £0 at checkout.

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