{"title": "Homely Poetry", "start": "2026-11-01T20:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-01T22:30:00Z", "place": "Ram Jam Records", "address": "46B Richmond Rd, KT2 5EE Kingston Upon Thames", "price": "£5 OTD", "price_from": "5.00", "price_to": "5.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/spoken-word"], "description": "Homely Poetry is an open mic night where anyone can bring their bars, poems or spoken words to perform. It is held at the speakeasy Ram Jam Records, hidden behind the Smok'd pub at The Grey Horse Kingston, and offers a judgement-free space for poets, acapella rappers and spoken word artists. 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The night taps into the city's DIY creative scene and promises a kaleidoscope of new perspectives and amazing talent. Everyone is welcome.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/proper-poetry-and-ro-dodgson-34626/", "official_url": "https://www.acesandeightssaloonbar.com/events/proper-poetry-and-ro-dodgson-4/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/54932bc5ca29f5f89c0333133e11b5591f3881d09f61d5304ed88b51f2073bc8-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Extra Second London", "start": "2026-10-31T18:45:00Z", "end": null, "place": "St. Margaret's House", "address": "Old Ford Road 15-23, E2 9PJ London", "price": "£4 (£5 for Open Mic + Guest)", "price_from": "4.00", "price_to": "5.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stmargaretshouse/1432082/select-date", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/spoken-word"], "description": "A cosy monthly evening of poetry, spoken word, music and discussion with open mic slots. 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Regular hosts include Erich Mcelroy, praised for political stand-up, and Molly Mcbride, a three-time Best Newcomer winner. 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