August and November 2024

from Coventry: Ann Atkins and Amy Rugg
from Cork: Catherine Ronan and Cédric Bikond
In August 2024 Ó Bhéal welcomed Coventry poets Ann Atkins and Amy Rugg for two readings at Ó Bhéal and DeBarra’s Spoken Word as part of the twin cities exchange. Catherine Ronan and Cédric Bikond represented Cork for a reciprocal visit and were hosted for two readings in Coventry during early November, also with a visit to the Lord Mayor, hosted by Ó Bhéal’s partner Here Comes Everyone / Fire & Dust. Reviews, images and links from each poet follow.
August and November 2023

from Coventry: Devjani Bodepudi and John Watson
from Cork: Cathal Holden and Rosalin Blue
In August 2023 Ó Bhéal welcomed Coventry poets Devjani Bodepudi and John Watson for two readings at Ó Bhéal and DeBarra’s Spoken Word as part of the twin cities exchange. Cathal Holden and Rosalin Blue represented Cork for a reciprocal visit and were hosted for two readings in Coventry during early November, also with a visit to the Lord Mayor, hosted by Ó Bhéal’s partner Here Comes Everyone / Fire & Dust. Reviews, images and links from each poet follow.