Resonance is a queer-run poetry collective based in South East London

Events

Goldsmiths CCA, New Cross
,
Thu
26
March

Poetry workshop: parks, poetry and ritual

Workshop
Free

At this two hour workshop for Telegraph Hill Festival, we’ll read and write poetry on parks, place, nature and ritual.

Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. Everyone is welcome, whether you're a seasoned writer or have never written a poem before.

Free to attend, sign up here.

The Feminist Library, Peckham
,
Wed
11
March

Poetry workshop: poems against the machine

Workshop
Free

At this free, two-hour workshop, we'll read some poems written by humans and write some of our own, thinking about how poetry resists the language of efficiency and commercialisation.

Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. It’s a very relaxed and informal space where everyone is welcome.

Free tickets on sale here.

SET Social, Peckham
,
Wed
4
March

March open mic night

Open mic
Free

The original friendliest poetry night in town. Open to anyone who loves to read, listen to or write poetry! We have 10 advance reader slots and 5 on the door – to sign up to read, email us or send us a message on our Instagram.

Goldsmiths CCA, New Cross
,
Sun
15
February

Poetry workshop: (trans)formations: re-imagining gender and poetry

Workshop
Free

Join Resonance Poetry Collective for a free workshop exploring queerness as a creative act which makes something new and alive from fragments. We will read and write poetry on trans and gender non-conforming experience, and make art using old clothing, cut up and collage.

Free tickets on sale here.

The Feminist Library, Peckham
,
Wed
11
February

Poetry workshop: What is a sonnet and do you swallow one

Workshop
Free

A free, two-hour workshop exploring queerness and the sonnet form! As part of the workshop, we'll read some poems, share ideas, and complete some writing exercises. They'll be a chance to share your work but never any pressure to do so. Writers of all levels of experience welcome.

Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. It’s a very relaxed and informal space where everyone is welcome.

Free tickets on sale here.

SET Social, Peckham
,
Wed
4
February

February open mic night

Open mic
Free

The original friendliest poetry night in town. Open to anyone who loves to read, listen to or write poetry! We have 10 advance reader slots and 5 on the door – to sign up to read, send us a message on our Instagram.

The Feminist Library, Peckham
,
Wed
10
December

Poetry and weather

Workshop
Free

At this two hour workshop we’ll read and write poetry exploring storms, rain and all kinds of wonderful weather.

Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. It’s a very relaxed and informal space where everyone is welcome – let us know you’re coming here.

SET Social, Peckham
,
Mon
8
December

December open mic night

Open mic
Free

The original friendliest poetry night in town. Open to anyone who loves to read, listen to or write poetry!

The Feminist Library, Peckham
,
Wed
12
November

Poetry and labour workshop

Workshop
Free

At this two hour workshop we’ll read and write poetry exploring the tension between art and labour, ideas of value, work and play.

Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. It’s a very relaxed and informal space where everyone is welcome – let us know you’re coming here.

SET Social, Peckham
,
Wed
5
November

November open mic night

Open mic
Free

The original friendliest poetry night in town. Open to anyone who loves to read, listen to or write poetry! At this event, fifteen readers will share their work across three sections. We have ten advance reader slots, and five on the door - let us know if you want to read here.

Feed the Hill
,
Mon
13
October

Poetry feast

Workshop
Free

what links poetry and food? nourishment, sustenance, ritual, community. they are gifts we give to one another.

join us for this event, which will be structured as a meal, with a starter, main course, and dessert section. during each course we will share food, read and write poetry!

you are invited to bring yourselves, a poem or piece of writing you love, and a dish if you are able.

free and open to all. let us know you’re coming here.

The Feminist Library, Peckham
,
Wed
8
October

Poetry and punctuation workshop

Workshop
Free

At this two hour workshop we’ll read and write poetry exploring the punctuation, how it creates and disrupts rhythm, and alters meaning. Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. It’s a very relaxed and informal space where everyone is welcome – let us know you’re coming here.

SET Social, Peckham
,
Mon
15
September

September open mic night

Open mic
Free

The original friendliest poetry night in town. Open to anyone who loves to read, listen to or write poetry! At this event, fifteen readers will share their work across three sections. We have ten advance reader slots, and five on the door – let us know if you want to read here.

The Feminist Library, Peckham
,
Wed
10
September

Ekphrastic poetry workshop

Workshop
Free

At this two hour workshop we’ll read and write poetry inspired by painting and sculpture. Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. It’s a very relaxed and informal space where everyone is welcome – let us know you’re coming here.

The Feminist Library, Peckham
,
Wed
13
August

Sentimentality in poetry

Workshop
Free

At this two hour workshop we’ll read and write poetry about [insert theme explainer 5 to 10 words]. Bring yourself, a pen and some paper, and we’ll bring the rest. It’s a very relaxed and informal space where everyone is welcome – let us know you’re coming here.

SET Social, Peckham
,
Sun
3
August

August open mic night

Open mic
Free
SET Social, Peckham
,
Mon
7
July

July open mic

Open mic
Free
Peckham Pelican, Mon 8 August, 19:30

The launch of the brand new, 2025 Resonance anthology

Anthology launch
Free

Join us for the official launch of our third annual anthology, featuring 40+ poets from across London's vibrant queer scene. Expect readings, wine, and the kind of electric energy that only comes from celebrating radical voices together.

Feminist Library, 6th August, 8pm

Poetry workshop at the Feminist Library

Workshop

A monthly safe space for writers to experiment, share work-in-progress, and build craft alongside fellow poets. No experience necessary—just bring curiosity and an open heart.

Feminist Library, 6th August

Poetry workshop at the Feminist Library

Workshop

A monthly safe space for writers to experiment, share work-in-progress, and build craft alongside fellow poets. No experience necessary—just bring curiosity and an open heart.

Feminist Library, 6th August

Poetry workshop at the Feminist Library

Workshop

A monthly safe space for writers to experiment, share work-in-progress, and build craft alongside fellow poets. No experience necessary—just bring curiosity and an open heart.

Feminist Library, 6th August

Poetry workshop at the Feminist Library

Workshop

A monthly safe space for writers to experiment, share work-in-progress, and build craft alongside fellow poets. No experience necessary—just bring curiosity and an open heart.