Live event or show

Description

Literary phenomenon John Cooper Clarke is a British cult hero. Known as the ‘Godfather of Punk Poetry’ and the original people’s poet, John’s cultural influence spans literature, music and fashion. From creating some of the most iconic poetry of the modern era, including “I Wanna Be Yours” (recently celebrating over a billion streams in its incarnation as a hit record by the Arctic Monkeys) to sharing his life story through his 120k selling memoir of the same name. John is referenced as a major influence not just by the Arctic Monkeys but also by artists across the globe including, The Sleaford Mods and Plan B, whilst his legendary number “Evidently Chickentown” plays out the penultimate episode of The Sopranos.

Event content type

Poetry/spoken word

Audience suitability

Suitable for all

Venue & location

Dorking Halls, Dorking, Reigate Road, RH4 1SG

Event Dates and Times

Thursday 23rd October - 8:00 pm to

Registration/Booking information

Pay for event - Booking required
Web: https://www.dorkinghalls.co.uk/event-detail/?id=508003AGQDPQBPGRMNNKHSDLHJJKDJBCH
Booking Email: box.office@molevalley.gov.uk
Ticket Price: £32.50
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Event organiser

Name: stephanie martin
Email: stephanie.martin@molevalley.gov.uk