Spork! And the return of the Poetic Hunts!
9 July @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Join Edward Tripp and Chris White for another big Poetic Hunt! A second serving of silly and subversive comedy, poetry, live music and filth.
This event will feature a guest spot from musical comedian Mimi, an Audience Limerick competition, a “community poem” created by you. Yes, you. Some surprising proclamations from Roz the town crier, a panda in a headlock, and a few references to Noel Edmunds. This is poetry for people who don’t like poetry. And comedy for people who aren’t too discerning
Edward Tripp is an award-winning Irish stand-up poet, with a penchant for the surreal. He’s performed up and down the UK, from Just the Tonic in Edinburgh to the London Museum of Comedy. Whether screaming about spatulas or soliloquising about Uncle Connor “who isn’t in the IRA,” Ed’s a prop-heavy and provocative performer. “A roaring fire of absurd wit” – Corr Blimey
Chris White is a performer, poet and the soggiest bottom in all Exeter. The founder of Spork! Poetry, a multiple slam winner, and the first Riddler in Residence at Exeter Cathedral. He’s performed all over from Shambala to Tongue Fu, as well as on buses and boats. Writing silly words about queerness, identity and ducks. “A knack for humour that can make you sigh in embarrassment, while also crying with laughter.” – Bristol 24/7
Plus Mimi! Cornwall Comedian of the Year 2022, Mimi is a high energy performer, super scatty and armed with a ukulele to accompany her sweet but sour observations. A regular host of Beasts of Bodmin, and (who could forget) the winner of the “Worst Poet Wins” competition at Exeter Comedy Festival 2025.
Get involved in the Limerick Slam by writing an original limerick ahead of the night and reading it onstage. The best 2 limerick writers will then have around 30mins to write a new limerick on the spot. The winner will receive a box of broken biscuits.
Please note: This event is rec 14+ because of some adult content & language
PLUS
Fancy Curry, Comedy and a Pint?
We’ve teamed up with The Tally to do all of this for £17.95
Or even better £15.95 if you have a festival wristband!
