
At Ó Bhéal’s 65th open-mic, the camera came out for the night as Matthew Sweeney was filming for his new documentary, so we couldn’t let the opportunity pass to capture some of our famous open-micers. Here they are.

At Ó Bhéal’s 65th open-mic, the camera came out for the night as Matthew Sweeney was filming for his new documentary, so we couldn’t let the opportunity pass to capture some of our famous open-micers. Here they are.
Launch of the 22nd edition of the Unfinished Book of Poetry (2026). The launch will be attended by student writers from five Cork city schools (who will read poems from the book), along with participating teachers, library staff and assisting writers (tutors). For details click here >>>
Ó Bhéal's 13th Poetry-Film Competition screenings are now available to view online. For details click here >>>
Ó Bhéal’s 12th Winter Warmer (and 4th hybrid) poetry festival is now archived online and available to view via 14 videos on the FESTIVAL STAGE >>>