02/04/2026
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of powerful voices, raw storytelling, and electric energy.
Join Skin Like Mine and Poetic Unity for our Spoken Word Pharmacy on Thursday 23 April 2026 celebrating the art of some of London’s finest Black poets at Brixton’s iconic Ritzy Cinema!
Featuring three incredible poets (to be announced 👀) plus an open mic competition where you can take the stage and share your truth.
Winner takes home £100 🔥 With prizes for the runner ups and swag bags for all attendees!
Whether you’re performing or just soaking it all in, this is a space for expression, community, and creativity.
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POETIC UNITY is a Black-led charity founded in 2015 that provides spaces for learning, expression and joy through poetry. Based in Brixton, Poetic Unity offers a service by the community, for the community, predominately supporting young people of Black and mixed-Black heritage, aged 10-30. Their work centres the needs and experiences of the young people we support, recognising poetry as a therapeutic tool that unites and heals communities, celebrates identity and challenges injustice.
SKIN LIKE MINE is London’s newest HIV prevention programme by and for Black Londoners, funded by Do It London (LHPP) and supported by all London councils. SLM brings HIV prevention to Black heritage communities, making testing easy and education accesible.
Register here on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/41Jl4QA