Dr John Cooper Clarke with Special Guest

Dr John Cooper Clarke with Special Guest Mike Garry

The 'Godfather of Punk Poetry' and original people's poet returns!

Literary phenomenon John Cooper Clarke has been captivating audiences since the 1970s with his unique delivery style and sardonic wit. Creator of "I Wanna Be Yours" (over 1 billion streams as an Arctic Monkeys hit), John is a living legend whose influence spans literature, music and fashion.

From supporting the Sex Pistols, Buzzcocks and The Clash in his punk heyday, to becoming the first poet to headline an arena at Co-op Live in 2025, John remains as relevant and vibrant as ever. His poetry features in the UK national curriculum and his autobiography is a bestseller.

Experience classic verse, new material from his latest collection WHAT, hilarious observations on modern life, and pure entertainment from one of the world's most important spoken word artists.

Don't miss your chance to see this iconic performer at the top of his game.

Presented by SNG Live & Edge Street Live

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