Renaissance One presents an afternoon of poetry, music and liming at Lewes Library to showcase the Caribbean culture that has helped to transform Britain. Featuring the acclaimed John Agard, Grace Nichols and special guests, with hosting by Melanie Abrahams, it offers fun for all the family.

John Agard is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.  An internationally renowned Guyanese poet, playwright and writer for both adults and children, he has lived in Lewes since the late 70s. He is a recipient of the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry and also BookTrust's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021. Acclaimed Guyanese poet Grace Nichols has published nine adult collections including the ever popular ‘The Fat Black Woman’s Poems’ and ‘I is a Long-Memoried Woman’ which won the 1983 Commonwealth Poetry Prize.  She is a fellow and Vice-President of the Royal Society of Literature. As one of the poets studied on the GCSE syllabus, she was awarded The Queen’s Gold Medal for Poetry by Her Majesty, the Queen in 2021.

This event is free but booking is essential.  Suitable for 4 years and ove