We're inviting local poets and spoken word artists to perform their work - it's the next step up from an 'Open Mic'. Come and watch the next generation of emerging talent on the south coast scene.
We've already had three barnstorming nights in 2025, welcomed Georgie Jones as a headliner, and been featured in the 'Play on Words' New Forest literary festival. We'll be back again in 2026!
Read what In Common had to say about our launch.
29 January 2026 at 7:30pm
Kings Head, Wickham
Gavin Dollery is MCing sets from the best up and coming comedians on the south coast… and me! I am getting 5 minutes… to RAP. Yes, rap.
Tickets will be available on the link below, or turn up on the night.
Type: Set
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3 February 2026 at 7:30pm
The Clockwork Bar, Shirley Road, Southampton
I’ll be hosting another of these popular comedy nights at the delightful Clockwork Bar in Shirley, introducing six of the best local acts. The Clockwork audience are the warmest of crowds - a safe and welcoming gig that brings out the best in our acts. Come along and join us - it’s the finest soiree in Southampton Town.
Type: Host / MC
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12 February 2026 at 12:00am
Qudos Bar, Salisbury
Salisbury’s brightest and best regular comedy night - MC: Joe Marchant
Type: Set
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3 March 2026 at 8:00pm
Railway Inn, 3 St Paul’s Hill, Winchester, SO22 5AE
Monthly open mic for a huge range of poets. A really friendly, welcoming crowd, hosted by the inimitable Ripper. I’ll be performing one or two of my newest pieces… if/when they let me. Free entry - no need to book.
Type: Open mic - poetry
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