GOBS Collective 2025 Showcase and Pamphlet Launch

Join us as we celebrate the launch of 16 individual poetry pamphlets produced by GOBS Collective members, and prepare for a incredible performance showcase featuring work developed this year as part of a collective project.

Featuring performances and publications from:

Bridie Squires

Cara Thompson

Gail Webb

Camille McCawley

Nipa Uddin

Ruth Singleton

Sarah Wheatley

Ben Macpherson

Hilario Alves

Francesca Mesce

Hannah Norris

Rebecca 'Bep' Summerscales

Armor Craw

Richard Arkwright

Husna Khalid

Ferzana Shan

Since September, the group have embarked on a journey to create bodies of poetry - firstly, by attending a week-long Arvon Writing Residential at The Hurst in Shropshire, facilitated by Anthony Anaxagorou and Vanessa Kisuule, with a guest appearance from Cecilia Knapp. Then, going onto experiencing a publishing masterclass course delivered by Amy Acre and Jake Wild-Hall of Bad Betty Press, culminating in their works printed by The Carousel. Now, the group are ready to share a special poetry performance in celebration of their individual work brought together as part of this special GOBS Collective showcase.

All against the stunning backdrop of the Nottingham skyline at sunset, upstairs in Waterstones' Sillitoe Room.

Supported by Nottingham Central Library, Apples and Snakes, Bad Betty Press and Arvon Foundation.

Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

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