# Event Details - **Event Name**: A Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human World - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Dr Mara Daria Cojocaru will explain the concept of multispecies poetry and share poems co-authored with bats, bison and eider ducks.About this EventMonday 15th June | 6pmA Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human WorldJoin us for an evening of philosophical reflection on the role that poetry can play in connecting us with non-human animals and the environment. Inspired by the writings of Newcastle-based philosopher Mary Midgley, we present insights from the global multi-species poetry experiment, Philosophy in the Wild: Finding Hope in Mixed Communities.The evening will begin with a short introduction from the project’s director, poet-philosopher Dr Mara Daria Cojocaru, who will explain the concept of multispecies poetry and share poems co-authored with bats, bison and eider ducks.After that, there will be two presentations. Dr Karen Simecek will talk about poetry as a site of community and explore the limits of felt connections to others through a poem. Dr Vid Simoniti will consider the claim that art is a form of worldmaking, and query what it would mean for art to help us reframe our relationship to the climate crisis.After the talks there will be a chance to get a glass of wine or soft drink, before joining us for a roundtable discussion and Q&A.More about the speakers and eventImage: Mara-Daria Cojocaru | Image provided by promoterMara-Daria Cojocaru is a poet and philosopher, based in London. Her research explores moral and political problems, the emotions and human-animal-relations. She is the author of Passionate Animals: Emotions, Animal Ethics, and Moral Pragmatics.Image: Karen Simecek | Image provided by promoterKaren Simecek is associate professor of Philosophy at the University of Warwick and author of Philosophy of Lyric Voice. Her research focuses on poetry and performance, in particular the ethics and politics of the embodied voice.Image: Vid Simoniti | Image provided by promoterVid Simoniti is a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Liverpool. Most of his recent research investigates the relationship between aesthetics and politics, from both philosophical and art historical perspectives. His book Artists Remake the World examines the role of contemporary art in democracies.The will be a Philosophy in the Wild exhibition, curated by Mara-Daria Cojocaru, in the library, from 8th June.Philosophy in the Wild: Finding Hope in Mixed Communities is the second philosophy-poetry project curated by Women in Parenthesis and inspired by Newcastle-philosopher Mary Midgley. The project is generously supported by the Midgley Trust, The British Society for Aesthetics, Durham University and University of Liverpool.A LIVE Lit & Phil Event | £5 (ticket includes a glass of wine or soft drink)(If you would prefer to book directly over the phone, please call the Library Desk team on 0191 232 0192 and they will be happy to help) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newcastle-upon-tyne/a-celebration-of-philosophy-poetry-and-the-more-than-human-world/100001987062066130 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, exhibitions, fine-arts, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: The Lit & Phil - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 6.13, max: 6.13, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Newcastle Upon Tyne - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Lit & Phil - **lat**: 54.9694099 - **long**: -1.614005 - **full address**: The Lit & Phil, 23 Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human World - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f3bf0113a20915d2d769872bc230df2d979acb8dcc548f331a2ea16e99bb131f-rimg-w1200-h536-dc2dd977-gmir.jpg?v=1775829685 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human World being held? - **A:** A Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human World takes place on Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm at The Lit & Phil, 23 Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human World? - **A:** A Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human World is organized by The Lit and Phil. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** A Celebration of Philosophy, Poetry and the More-Than-Human World is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newcastle Upon Tyne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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