Konepaja Spoken Word: TURNING POINTS
March 21, 2026

Konepaja Spoken Word is a new English-language open stage and international community for spoken word, poetry, and performance.

The second edition is organized by Helsinki Poetry Connection in collaboration with Kino Konepaja and Catalysti Association of Transcultural Artists, and produced by Vinski Valos.

This open stage welcomes poets, performers, storytellers, and experimental voices working with text, voice, movement, sound, and presence. Whether your work leans toward poetry, performance art, short fiction, monologue, or something in between or beyond, this is a space to try out new material, share ongoing processes, and connect with others working with language and performance in Helsinki.

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Following the success of the Konepaja Spoken Word, we are returning with a full Spring 2026 season! Save the dates:

March 21 (Theme: TURNING POINTS)
April 11 (Theme: TBA)
May 9 (Theme: TBA)

THEME: TURNING POINTS
Decisive moments at which a significant changes occur or decisions must be made.

You do not have to follow the theme strictly. It’s a prompt for those who choose.

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The evenings are open to both first-time performers and experienced artists. Come to perform, listen, and be part of a growing community. The focus is on sharing, experimentation, risk-taking, and live encounters. We would love to hear your words, whether carefully crafted or spontaneous. Please reserve a spot in advance and bring your creative piece to life.

Sign up in advance via this link:
https://forms.gle/jdU4rqF7VsmkHjjb6

(or on site, schedule permitting)

The events are held in English, but all languages are welcome on stage.

5 minutes per performance
Free admission

Sign-up: 7 PM
Start: 7:30 PM
Afterparty: 10 PM to midnight

Location: Kino Konepaja
Konepajanpasaasi
Vallila, 00510 Helsinki

Everyone is welcome.