Here you’ll find information about the UK’s leading live platform for LGBTQ+ writers and spoken word performers.
Details of upcoming events and workshops can be found on the Events page.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Discover the vibrant voices shaping LGBTQ+ literature today at our upcoming Polari events. From captivating readings to engaging panel discussions, each Polari event celebrates creativity, diversity, and the power of storytelling.
Join us at a wide variety of venues across the UK – from bars to bookshops, arts centres to libraries, nightclubs and Pride festivals – for evenings filled with inspiration and community spirt. Whether you’re a lifelong literature lover or new to Polari, there’s something for everyone.
“Always fun, always thought-provoking” – Sarah Waters
Publishing Industry Day with New Writing South
Sat April 26 at The Old Courtroom, Brighton
Polari Prize founder Paul Burston joins a panel of experts to discuss the impact of book prizes on a writer’s career.
Polari at Huddersfield Literature Festival
Sat May 10 at Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield
With Rosie Garland, Hook and Okechukwu Nzelu.