
TESTING GROUND - open mic poetry and performance
Wed, Jun 03
|Bàrd Books
Join us for June's night of open-mic poetry and music from the team behind 'Off The Chest' Featuring headline Kofi Achina.


Time & Location
Jun 03, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
Guests
About the event
Join Testing Ground on the 3rd June for another night of poetry and music.
Kofi Achina is a London-born writer, storyteller, poet and spoken-word artist. Known for blending comedy with tragedy to explore cultural, political and existential themes, his dynamic performances, impactful as they are introspective, have seen him featured at poetry events, exhibitions, workshops and festivals across the UK, as well as internationally as the England National Slam Champion. Kofi is the founder and host of the spoken-word fundraiser, Heart of the Community.
All welcome for a night of poetry, music and performance which includes an open mic where audience members can sign up to show their stuff too! Testing Ground is a night to try out new things - whether it's your first open-mic, or you're a seasoned pro, it's a welcoming, supportive audience who want you to succeed as much as you do. Open-mic slots are sign up at…
Tickets
General Admission
£6.00
+£0.15 ticket service fee
Total
£0.00