Paying homage to the 10-year legacy of OUTspoken while creating a fresh start, Poetry OUTloud is a night of spoken word and poetry readings by queer poets on Epekwitk. This evening of poetry centres and celebrates queer voices in a powerful, non-competitive environment. 

Five things you need to know about the event:

• The theme for Poetry OUTloud '26 is Renaissance: Rebirth~Revive~Renew  

• Produced and hosted by Queer Poetry Club, Poetry OUTloud is an all-ages event that amplifies local queer poetry and poets. The event is an extension of Queer Poetry Club's purpose: to cultivate a queer, neurodiversity-affirming, and supportive space for 2SLGBTQIA+ poets on Epekwitk to gather, write, share, and experience poetry. 

• Poetry OUTloud invites people of all ages and backgrounds to be audience members. Please note that themes of sexuality, gender exploration, and other related topics may be present in the performances.

• Queer Poetry Club has partnered with Queer Choir in a collaborative songwriting initiative. Together, with more than 20 queer poets and singers, they have co-written a song called I am Every Possibility. The world premiere of this song will also take place during Poetry OUTloud.

• Some of the poets and performers will have their books and related merch for sale at the event. Please bring cash to support them.
  

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please email queerpoetryclub@proton.me