Soap Box City 2025 is a literary event designed for writers to share their original work in an open mic’ format during the Kilkenny Arts Festival. Kilkenny Writers Anonymous, with funding and support from the Arts Office, invites writers of all genres and at all stages of their careers to join them in reading original works on the theme of ‘Opening Lines’.
Professional writers, emerging writers, and aspiring writers are all welcome to perform—or simply come and listen. Poetry, short stories, and excerpts are all encouraged.
Each participant will have a maximum of 5 minutes to read. The event is free of charge and takes place on Saturday, 9th August at 2pm at Rothe House, Kilkenny. Registration is from 1:30 pm to 2pm.
Kilkenny Writers Anonymous is a supportive group that has been meeting for the past three years to help one another develop their writing skills. They now wish to share that sense of support and community with other Kilkenny writers in a celebratory and inclusive manner. To find out more, follow their socials on Facebook and Instagram.
