"Armitage has the rare gift of both inciting an emotional reaction and finding the most dry, arid humour from his rich life experience"

Steve Hunting is mesmerised by Simon Armitage and his band LYR at @otsfestival.bsky.social ✍️

#OffTheShelf #Poetry #SimonArmitage @sheffielduni.bsky.social

On 22 October at 7pm, John Suchet will be speaking about his love of #Beethoven at the @otsfestival.bsky.social in #Sheffield! With a deep knowledge of #ClassicalMusic, John will be revealing ground-breaking information on the composer’s life:
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#LudwigVanBeethoven

I’m at the brilliant @otsfestival.bsky.social in Sheffield on Saturday Oct 18th. Come along !

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A celebration of books, words and ideas, @otsfestival.bsky.social is back this week, 10 October–10 November. Our writer Rae has put together their top 10 picks for the festival – on star spotting, solidarity, 80s Sheffield pop music, disability activism and more > ourfaveplaces.co.uk/our-picks/of...

Remember hippy Neil from The Young Ones? 🌻

Join Nigel Planer in conversation with Nick Ahad for a funny and heart-warming evening as he talks about his new memoir Young Once: A Life Less Heavy.

🎟️ Book now: offtheshelf.org.uk/events/young...

Explore Africa’s long and complex history of slavery with @martinplaut.bsky.social.

In this powerful talk, the former BBC World Service Africa Editor examines the lasting impact of enslavement across the continent.

Book here: offtheshelf.org.uk/events/unbro...

@hurstpublishers.bsky.social

Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for a reading of his books, Dwell and New Cemetery, then enjoy the incredible band LYR! Experience their unique blend of spoken word and classical pop.

Book here: offtheshelf.org.uk/events/an-ev...

Hello @gillhughes.bsky.social ! Have a peek in your inbox for an email from me!!

Look out for our billboards celebrating Photomarathon Sheffield: the ArtWorks edition 👀 In 2024, we played around with the photomarathon idea with ArtWorks artists, led by our photographer dream team of Dora Damian & Wemmy Ogunyankin, with support (+ Game Boy Cameras!) from @sitegallery.bsky.social.

On Tuesday 10th June, I'm performing at the first ever Culture Club, a new networking event for people across Sheffield's Culture Sector to meet and connect. I'm looking forward to sharing my words, hearing music from Sound Café, and talking to fellow creatives! www.eventbrite.com/e/culture-cl...

📣📚 BIG NEWS, OFF THE SHELFERS! 📚📣

Tickets for some of our events are going on sale EARLY!
We're giving you the chance to snag your spots for our events before the full programme launch! Check who's coming👇😍

Book your tickets now! offtheshelf.org.uk

Watch the moment Heart Lamp was announced as the winner of the #InternationalBooker2025.

Discover the book: thebookerprizes.com/the-booker-l...

@andotherstories.bsky.social

*Heart Lamp* author Banu Mushtaq in her speech:
"This book is my love letter to the idea that no story is local, that a girl born under a banyan tree in my village can cast shadows as far as this stage tonight."
Translator Deepa Bashthi:
"Kannada is one of the oldest languages on the earth."

🐶 As #Crufts begins, we’re shining a light on our Canine Care Project.

This film explores the vital role assistance dogs play in the lives of disabled young people, offering independence and companionship.

Watch now: bit.ly/412HLjP

Research: @kirstyliddiard1.bsky.social

🤔 Curious about the world around you? Dive into The Player - a hub of videos, podcasts & exhibitions showcasing @sheffielduni.bsky.social's incredible research.

From baking science to space plants, there's something for everyone.

🌐 Explore now: bit.ly/4fWcq6l

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