# Event Details - **Event Name**: Amplified Eastbourne: The Power of Words - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Spoken word, music, stories and lyrics live on stage by the Amplified performers. Hear unique stories expressed by 13 to 18 year oldsAbout this EventAmplified is a platform for young creatives, aged 13 to 18, to express themselves through spoken word, poetry, music and performance. Sharing their own stories on stage, saying what they want to say and how they want to say it. Listen to what this year's group of Amplified creatives have to say on stage, each taking their turn on the mic for up to 5 minutes. Hosted by Young Writers Collective (Little Green Pig) and AudioActive, Amplified performers have been preparing to take to the stage in workshops over the past 5 weeks, with mentoring and leadership from Cate Ferris, Roy McFarlane, Suhayla El-Bushra and others. Amplified is supported using public funding by Arts Council England.Hosted by poet and writer Roy McFarlane , the eight performers will be Dakksh, Louie, Jago, Gabelle, Rosalie, Savannah, Riri and Zara.Join us to celebrate the performers' journeys from a blank page to live on stage. Be part of the audience who gets to hear these stories debuted. A free event and everyone is welcome* for what is sure to be a dynamic and powerful show.The event takes place in the auditorium of The Birley Centre in Eastbourne (5 mins from Eastbourne train station). There is a ramp up to the entrance and a lift from the ground floor for access to the auditorium for those who require it. There are wheelchair accessible toilets and gender neutral toilets available at the venue.*Recommended for ages 11+ due to the content and topics of some of the stories.Please note that this event will be filmed and photography will be taking place.Seating will be unreserved and provided on a first come, first serve basis. Free to attend. Doors from 4.45pm, event starts at 5pm. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/eastbourne/amplified-eastbourne-the-power-of-words/100001988091825167 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, entertainment, performances, workshops, music, spoken-word - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_16_with_guardian - Duration: 1 hour - Location: The Birley Centre, Eastbourne College - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Eastbourne - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Birley Centre, Eastbourne College - **lat**: 50.7625829 - **long**: 0.2821896 - **full address**: The Birley Centre, Eastbourne College, 4 Carlisle Road, Eastbourne, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Amplified Eastbourne: The Power of Words - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a18eb7452c1122aab8ac363b2147572fdbb78bc00223b378815cd54ffd451636-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1777987374 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Amplified Eastbourne: The Power of Words being held? - **A:** Amplified Eastbourne: The Power of Words takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Birley Centre, Eastbourne College, 4 Carlisle Road, Eastbourne, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Amplified Eastbourne: The Power of Words? - **A:** Amplified Eastbourne: The Power of Words is organized by Little Green Pig. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Amplified Eastbourne: The Power of Words is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Eastbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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