# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Come and see Kwame Alexander in Blackpool
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 23 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 am (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: The Children's Bookshow Autumn tour of live literature events is coming to Blackpool! 

The Children's Bookshow is a charity that inspires children with a love of reading. We introduce children to world-class authors and illustrators through our programme of theatre events and in-school workshops.

Be inspired by the infectious energy of award-winning poet Kwame Alexander. During this fun, interactive hour, Kwame will share how he became a writer, perform his vibrant poems and there will be lots of opportunity to ask questions too. His brilliant word play and enthusiasm for poetry will delight even the most reluctant reader!

📚 Perfect for Years 5 and 6

📚 Four FREE in-school workshops with Valerie Bloom (worth £500 each) available for schools attending the performance

📚 Tickets £7.50 (includes FREE copy of The Crossover for every child)

📚 Duration approx 1 hour

Bookings are open now: https://thechildrensbookshow.com/performances/autumn-performances-2026/kwame-alexander-performance
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/blackpool/come-and-see-kwame-alexander-in-blackpool/200030500498929
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, theatre, nonprofit, charities
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Blackpool
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Blackpool Grand Theatre
- **lat**: 53.817002783943
- **long**: -3.0532952914963
- **full address**: Blackpool Grand Theatre, Blackpool, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Come and see Kwame Alexander in Blackpool being held?
  - **A:** Come and see Kwame Alexander in Blackpool takes place on Mon, 23 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 am to Mon, 23 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 am at Blackpool Grand Theatre, Blackpool, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Come and see Kwame Alexander in Blackpool?
  - **A:** Come and see Kwame Alexander in Blackpool is organized by The Children's Bookshow.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Come and see Kwame Alexander in Blackpool is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Blackpool, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Come and see Kwame Alexander in Blackpool sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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