David Olusoga appointed Patron of Festival of Ideas
Public historian, commentator and broadcaster David Olusoga has been appointed Patron of Festival of Ideas, Bristol’s popular programme of discussion and debate
A Poetic City writers in residence announced
Four local writers have been appointed to work in four cultural venues as part of our citywide project celebrating the city’s literary and poetic heritage.
Tommy 2020
Vanessa Kisuule's final commission as Bristol City Poet is part of the Poetic City programme.
New City Poet is announced
Caleb Parkin is a poet, performer, facilitator and filmmaker, passionate for inclusive environmentalism; wellbeing; arts, culture and heritage; and LGBTQ+ pride
Vanessa Kisuule, Hollow
City Poet Vanessa Kisuule responds to the toppling of the statue of Edward Colston.
