THE NEXT DODO
Dodos of 2019 to be announced, in the meantime:
POETRY IN THE AFTERNOON – PATRIC CUNNANE & SUE JOHNS PLUS OPEN MIC READERS
Two poets linked to Dodo Modern Poets are headlining the next Words Aloud event in Sutton, South London. The show runs from 2pm-4pm on Saturday 1st December at Sutton Library. Open mic readers are welcome. We hope to see you there. Emailwordsflyer@gmail.com to book an open mic spot.
We hope to see you there, Sutton Central Library, Community Space, Sutton SM1 1EA for FREE
Thursday 22nd November.videos now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk
3pm for live poetry at the King & Queen, One Foley Street, W1. Expect exciting featured poets plus open-mic spots.
BOB DEVEREUX An extended set from Cornwall’s premier poet and storyteller on a rare visit to London.
PR MURRY Eco socialist, poet and artist leavens sharp observations with coruscating wit and wisdom.
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up at 2.30pm
POETRY at the KING & QUEEN
Thursday 25th October 2018, 3pm ideos now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk
JOHN HURLEY
Warm lyrical splendour from terrific Irish poet and storyteller.
ARDELLA JONES
Blending stand-up skills and poetry to hilarious and powerful effect
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up at 2.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 6 & £5 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube. https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
Dodo modern poets – letting fly with words
Thursday 20th September 2018, 3pm videos now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk
PAUL McGRANE
Poetry Society organiser reads from his fine debut, Elastic Man, joint winner of the Indigo Dreams award.
JUDYMAY
Cosmopolitan Irish writer brings passion and dynamism to her excellent verse.
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up at 2.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 6 & £5 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube. https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
Dodo modern poets – letting fly with words
POETRY at the KING & QUEEN Wednesday 20th June 2018, 3pm
videos now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk
ALISON TROWER
Passionate work from poet, playwright and consummate performer
PAULINE SEWARDS
Showcasing lyrical debut collection, This is the Band
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up at 2.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 6 & £5 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube. https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
LOUDER THAN LIBERTY at the Colour House Theatre
Join us on Friday 15th June 2018 as Project Adorno celebrate their 20th anniversary together with good friends Patric Cunnane, Sue Johns and floor spots
PROJECT ADORNO Witty electro-pop cabaret songs reveal passions for libraries, lost rivers, Daleks and the National Trust. PATRIC CUNNANE Showcases The Ghost of Franz Kafka, a rich new collection from Folkestone bard and Dodo Modern Poets co-founder SUE JOHNS Fine Cornish poet presents her new collection Rented and Track Record, poems inspired by train journeys. OPEN-MIC SPOTS Join in the fun – sign up by 7.30pm to read
Friday 15th June 2018, 8pm – BOOKING ESSENTIAL
The Colour House Theatre, Watermill Way, Merton, SW19 2UH
£9 & £8 concessions – £5 open-mic spots, Colliers Wood tube
BOX OFFICE:01303 243868; info@openhausarts.org
POETRY at the KING & QUEEN Thursday afternoon, 24th May 2018, videos now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk
JUDYMAY Vibrant and passionate work from cosmopolitan Irish writer
KATE B HALL Finely crafted verse from a mainstay of the London poetry scene.
OPEN-MIC poets: Patric Cunnane, Sue Johns, Joseph Healy, Jane Sherwin, King Sarker, Camilla Reeve, Frank Crocker
The King & Queen, 1 Foley Street, London W1W 6DL
£6 & £5 concessions – £4 open-mic spots, Goodge Street tube
https://dodomodernpoets.wordpress.com
01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
Dodo Thursday 246th April 2018 now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk.
ISABEL BERMUDEZ
Bogota-born writer reading from her inspired new collection, Sanctuary.
STEVE TASANE
Performance poet and novelist who’s wowed audiences at Glastonbury and the 100 Club.
J. MITCHELL
Dodo debut featuring passionate verse focusing on slavery and the legacies of war.
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up by 7pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 7 &6 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube. https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
PATRIC CUNNANE: NEW COLLECTION – THE GHOST OF FRANZ KAFKA
Dear poetry lovers,
I will be reading from my new collection The Ghost of Franz Kafka at two events in the next few weeks. More information about the collection on the attachment.
6.30pm
Sunday 8th April 2018
The Jolly Sailor
75 Northgate, Canterbury, CT1 1BA
Free admission – open mic readers welcome.
Organised by SaveAsWriters: www.saveaswriters.co.uk
7.30pm
Sunday 13th May 2018
Torriano Meeting House
99 Torriano Avenue
Kentish Town NW5 2RX
Kentish Town tube
Also reading: Stav Poleg and open mic poets. Presented by Lisa Kelly
£5/4 (according to pocket)
More information from the organisers:
https://torrianomeetinghouse.wordpress.com/events/ If you are unable to come to either reading, The Ghost of Franz Kafka is also available online from the publisher, Palewell Press. See below. http://www.palewellpress.co.uk/Palewell-Publications.html#Ghost-Kafka
see also dodomodernpoets.wordpress.com/the-ghost-of-franz-kafka-by-patric-cunnane/
Thursday 22nd March, 2018, 7.30pm now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk.
CAMILLA REEVE
Humanist publisher and poet, reading from Raft of Puffins, inspired by wildlife volunteering on Skomer Island and previewing new collection.
PR MURRY
Ecologically conscious and satirically sharp verse from artist poet who revels in nailing the absurd, inane and unjust in modern life.
RACHEL SAMBROOKS
Featuring witty and poignant new collection, Stand by Your Nan , which focuses on the stories of unsung women who influence our lives.
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up by 7pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 7 &6 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube. https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
POETRY at the KING &QUEEN
Wednesday 28th February 2018, Now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk.
BOB DEVEREUX
Based near St Ives, Cornwall, Bob is an outstanding poet, storyteller, librettist and artist. Savour an extended set during this rare chance to see him in London. His work embraces humour, pathos, landscape and deep human emotion, all delivered in richly resonant west country tones.
SUE JOHNS
Sue continues the evening’s Cornish theme. She grew up near Penzance and has since moved to London. Her lyrical work embraces Cornish history; politics both personal and political; feminism and the warp and woof of living in a challenging urban environment. She can also be very funny.
OPEN-MIC poets
Thursday 23rd November 2017 LIVE at the KING & QUEEN,
Now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk.
JASMINE ANN COORAY
Deep soulful seams mining exquisite poetry
ZOLAN QUOBBLE
Adrenalin soaked rhythm n’ verse from muso poet
The Ghost of Franz Kafka by Patric Cunnane now online from Palewell Press. Please see attachment and link for more details. www.palewellpress.co.uk/Palewell-Publications.html#Ghost-Kafka I hope you enjoy the poems, Regards,
Patric Cunnane 01303 243868.
Dear poetry lovers,
4th November mini book fest organised by Palewell Press has moved from Dulwich Library to Peckham Library – details below. The same timings apply, 1.30-4pm, £5 admission plus free glass of wine. The move has been caused by lift problems at Dulwich, making the room inaccessible for some disabled people.
I will still be reading from my new collection, The Ghost of Franz Kafka. Several other Palewell authors are also reading.
Hope to see you there,
Regards,
Patric
01303 243868
Peckham library:
122 Peckham Hill Street
London
SE15 5JR
How to get there
Bus: 12, 36, 37, 63, 78, 136, 171, 177, 197, 343, 345, 363, 381, 436, P12, P13
Rail: Train to Peckham Ry
Now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/2017/10/dodo-modern-poets-24102017-live-at-king.html.
Wednesday 25th October 2017 LIVE at the KING & QUEEN, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL,
PATRIC CUNNANE
Politics, poetry & passion from Folkestone
PR MURRY
Taking aim at inanity, planet trashing and injustice
SUE JOHNS
Urban edge & passion grown from Cornish roots
OPEN-MIC SPOTS: Andy V.Frost, Camilla Reeve, Steve Tasane, Joseph Mattey, Kate B.Hall.
Wednesday 25th October 2017, 7.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 7 &6 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
AND
Now at https://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk/2017/08/the-ghost-of-franz-kafka.html
Palewell Press: Book launch
THE GHOST OF FRANZ KAFKA
NEW POEMS by PATRIC CUNNANE
The Folkestone bard performs poems from his new collection, The Ghost of Franz Kafka, published by Palewell Press. Expect politics and passion alongside musings on poetry, art and the warp & woof of daily life
OPEN-MIC SPOTS –
Thursday 21 September 2017, 7.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
Palewell Press info: enquiries@palewellpress.co.uk
http://www.palewellpress.co.uk
Dodo Modern Poets: Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
Now at https://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk/2017/07/dodo-modern-poets-13-july-2017-at-king.html
DODO MODERN POETS: LIVE at the KING & QUEEN Thursday 13th July 2017,
MIRIAM CALLEJA
fresh, intimate and sensual verse from fine bilingual Maltese poet, making a rare visit to London. An extended set will include selections from recent collections, Pomegranate Heart and Inside Skin. This much-travelled writer has read at events in London, Malta and New York and is renowned for her creative workshops at home.
LIZZIE SHIRLEY
Hope takes the stage as this rousing radical songwriter whips up a passionate storm of solidarity to banish post-election blues.
ANNA BEECHER
A welcome return to Dodo from playwright, poet & passionate performer
OPEN-MIC SPOTS
Thursday 13th July 2017, 7.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 7 &6 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
Now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk/2017/06/dodo-modern-poets-14-june-2017.html
DODO MODERN POETS LIVE at the KING &QUEEN
ANDY V FROST
On the road again with south London’s biker poet – vroom vroom!
HANNAH RILEY
Soulful chatty northerner making her Dodo debut
PATRIC CUNNANE
Politics, poetry & passion from Folkestone
OPEN-MIC SPOTS
Wednesday 14th June 2017, 7.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 7 &6 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
Now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
DODO MODERN POETS: LIVE at the KING & QUEEN Thursday 27 April 2017, 8pm
EMILE SERCOMBE
Visual pyrotechnics & surreal wordplay from Ramsgate visionary
KATHERINE LOCKTON
Finely crafted verse from co-editor of South Bank Poetry
PR MURRY
Satirical supremo targets the insanity of modern life
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up by 7pm
Thursday 27 April 2017, 7.30pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 7 &6 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
Now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
DODO MODERN POETS: LIVE at the KING & QUEEN Thursday 23 March 2017, 8pm
NATALIE KATSOU
Dodo debut for fine Athenian poet and theatre director
LISA KELLY
Welcome return from gifted performer and Torriano organiser
FRANCES WHITE
Reading from much lauded new collection, Swiftscape
PATRIC CUNNANE
New and used verse from Folkestone’s finest
OPEN-MIC SPOTS sign up by 7.30
Thursday 23 March 2017, 8pm
The King & Queen, 1 Foley St, London, W1W 6DL
£ 7 &6 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Goodge Street tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
DODO MODERN POETS, THURSDAY 23 MARCH 2017, THE KING & QUEEN, 1 FOLEY STREET, W1
And finally we’re back! Hope you can make it to our friendly new venue near Goodge Street. The King & Queen is a traditional local with a good range of real ales and other drinks. We’ve got an exciting line-up including Natalie Katsou, a Greek poet new to Dodo, plus welcome returns from Lisa Kelly and Frances White.
The King & Queen at 1 Foley Street is about 10 minutes walk from Goodge Street tube. Turn left out of the station then left into Tottenham Street (off Tottenham Court Road), turn right into Cleveland Street and the pub is on the corner of Foley Street. The reading takes place in the pub’s upstairs function room.
We look forward to welcoming you,
Regards,
Patric Cunnane 01303 243868
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Poems Not Bombs
Dear poetry lovers,
I’m reading at this free event in London on Monday 5th December. Please come along if you can make it – the evening includes open mic spots and wine available for a donation.
Most of you know that the Poetry Cafe is closed for renovation until next year which explains why Dodo Modern Poets has not been running an autumn season. We’ll be in touch once things are up and running again.
Regards, Patric Cunnane
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THE NEXT DODOs and MIXED BLESSINGS
In the meantime we are able to bring you a special event: MIXED BLESSINGS: Book readings, Music and talk at the London Irish Centre on 8th November 2016. Irish in Britain have organised this event as part of Ireland’s Centenary celebrations and commitment to diversity in the Irishcommunity.
Now at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
Our next Dodo date at The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX will be in spring 2017
JUMPING JUNE
Friday 17th June,a grand evening at the Poetry Cafe, Covent Garden. Featured poets plus open mic spots for early arrivals. now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
TIM WALLER
Passionate American poet makes his Dodo debut
PATRIC CUNNANE
New work and favourites from Folkestone’s finest
CHLOE ORROCK
Fresh new voice makes welcome return
OPEN-MIC SPOTS featuring Barbara O’Donnell, Sam Gardham, Dominic Luna, Andy V. Frost, Leo Garza, Gillespie Robertson and Lantern Carrier
The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Covent Garden/Leicester Square tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
MAY FLOWERS now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
Join us on Thursday 26th May, 8pm, for a dynamic show at the Poetry Cafe, Covent Garden. Expect sparkling performances from a strong and varied bill.
RICHARD SCOTT
Storytelling skills meet poetic virtuosity
ANNA BEECHER
Emerging star presents superbly crafted verse
PR MURRY
Satirical supremo targets the insanities of modern life
RACHEAL JOSEPH
Powerful Dodo debut digs deep into her roots
Thursday 26th May 2016 8pm
The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX
£ 8 &7 concessions.
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Covent Garden/Leicester Square tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
APRIL SAYERS now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
Join us on Friday 15th April for a sparkling show at the Poetry Cafe, Covent Garden. Expect stellar performance poetry from a strong and varied bill.
SUE JOHNS
Cornish roots meet urban edge in finely crafted verse
TED SMITH-ORR
Croydon bard from ‘Poets Anonymous’ steps into the limelight
LISA KELLY
Passionate & original work from dynamic Torriano organiser
PATRIC CUNNANE
Fab favourites and new gems from Folkestone’s finest
Friday 15th April 2016 8pm
The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX
£ 8 &7 concessions.
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
FIZZING FEBRUARY now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
Join us on Friday 12 February for the opening show of our new season at the Poetry Cafe, Covent Garden. Expect stellar performance poetry & music from a strong and varied bill.
PROJECT ADORNO
Sharply-tailored songs performed with wit & wisdom
AGNES MEADOWS
Gifted poet & organiser of ‘Loose Muse’ women’s writers nights
AMY McALLISTER & JASON ASHFORD
Sparks fly in joint set from masterful slam supremos
PR MURRY
Artist-poet targets the insanities of modern life
Friday 12th February 2016 8pm
The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX
£ 8 &7 concessions, MC Patric Cunnane
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Covent Garden/Leicester Square tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
PATRIC CUNNANE is appearing live on Croydon Radio at 2pm on Sunday 17th January along with Irish poet Martina Evans. More details in link.
OPEN OCTOBER now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
Join us on Friday 9th October for a great mix of featured performers and a cornucopia of floor spots. Expect the unexpected the night after National Poetry Day.
JASMINE ANN COORAY
Sharply original talent presents finely crafted verse
CHLOE ORROCK
Inspiring new performer making her Dodo debut
PATRIC CUNNANE
Folkestone’s finest firing on all six cylinders
OPEN MIC-SPOTS
Join in the fun – sign up by 7.30 to read
Friday 9 October 2015 8pm
The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX
£ 8 &7 concessions – open-mic spots £4
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Covent Garden/Leicester Square tube.
DODO MODERN POETS SEPTEMBER SONGS
Friday 18 September now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
LISA KELLY
Passion and punch from a much-published performer
PR MURRY
Wit & wisdom from anarchic artist/poet
EMILY BEVAN
Finely-crafted verse from superb Dodo debut
EMMANUEL SUGOI
Welcome debut from another rising poetry star
Friday 18th September 2015 8pm
The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX
£ 8 &7 concessions
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Covent Garden/Leicester Square tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
RAGGED TROUSERED CABARET
Join us in Hastings on Sunday 13 September for a spectacular afternoon from the legendary Ragged Trousered Cabaret, founded by the union movement to put radical entertainment before the widest possible audience.
LIZZIE SHIRLEY Radical songwriter with the human touch
PATRIC CUNNANE Passion, poetry and politics, served with a dash of wit
SUE JOHNS Hard-hitting verse from poet with Cornish roots
PLUS: music from Tom Cole (Americana); Maria Grazia (country/folk); Tony Peak (singer/songwriter); poetry from Pete Donoghue; special guest, Ann Field (archivist of Wapping dispute) Sunday 13th September 2015 4pm
FREE ADMISSION
The Owl & Pussycat Lounge, 14 Robertson Street, Hastings TN34 1HL (01424 720747)
Ragged Trousered Cabaret info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
SUMMER STARS now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.co.uk/
Join us on Friday 17 July at the Poetry Cafe, Covent Garden, for a stellar evening of performance poetry from new and established performers.
EMILE SERCOMBE
Visual and verbal poetry fireworks
EVE PEARCE
Actor/ poet explores her extraordinary life
SHADE JOSEPH
Passionate and punchy verse from fine Dodo debut
PATRIC CUNNANE
Fizz & fun from the bard of Folkestone
Friday 17th JULY 2015 8pm
The Poetry Cafe, 22 Betterton Street, WC2H 9BX
£ 8 &7 concessions
Info: 01303 243868; patric.poet@zen.co.uk
Covent Garden/Leicester Square tube.
https://dodomodernpoets. wordpress.com
dodo modern poets letting fly with words
DODO MODERN POETS
MAY FLOWERS now on http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
Friday 15 May at the Poetry Cafe, Covent Garden, for a stellar evening of performance poetry from new and established performers.
PR MURRY
Anarchic wit & wisdom from north London artist/poet
ANNA BEECHER
Rising star performs superbly crafted verse
ISABEL BERMUDEZ
Soulful poetry from a writer with Colombian origins
PETER EBSWORTH
Acclaimed poet and editor of South Bank Poetry magazine
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DODO MODERN POETS
Dodo Modern Poets was founded in 1986 by Patric Cunnane with the intention of bringing new and established poets to as wide an audience as possible and especially to venues off the beaten track
The name Dodo Modern Poets is an ironic tribute to Penguin Modern Poets, a now extinct series of anthologies featuring new poetry which were published in the sixties and seventies. Like the dodo, poetry is always in danger of extinction but somehow rises again to challenge the values of modern society
The group hosts a regular evening at the Poetry Café; in Covent Garden where it presents the most vibrant, entertaining and challenging poets writing today.
DMP has appeared at the Edinburgh Festival, the St Ives Literature Festival, the Hastings Festival and many others including a number of Dylan Thomas inspired evenings in Laugharne, South Wales for which it received funding from the Welsh Arts Council. Other London shows included several appearances at the Wimbledon Studio Theatre and at the Croydon Clocktower arts centre. The group has also appeared in Dublin
Its founder Patric Cunnane is involved in many other poetry activities, he ran a day school on performance poetry in the New Forest. He has created poetry with elderly people and disabled people in day care centres in the London Borough of Merton. He ran school workshops in the same borough as part of the Big Arts project for several years and a poetry workshop at Merton’s arts festival for adults with learning difficulties
Patric Cunnane’s poems have appeared in many publications including The Guardian and have been broadcast on BBC Radio 4. His latest collection, Looking for Eden, was published in 2012
Contact Patric Cunnane at 01303 243868 or 07769 777022 patric.poet@zen.co.uk
See a Blog of video clips of poets performing at Dodo at http://dodovidpoets.blogspot.com/.
