An Evening with Lemn Sissay

• Friday 27th June
• Rugby Baptist Church
• 7pm-8pm

Part of the Love Rugby Festival. In partnership with Rugby Borough Council & Rugby First.

Join us for an unforgettable night with Lemn Sissay OBE FRSL- internationally renowned poet, bestselling author, playwright, broadcaster, and national treasure- as part of the Love Rugby Festival 2025.

Lemn Sissay’s story is as powerful as his words. He’s the writer behind landmark poems across London, Manchester, and Addis Ababa, the author of the bestselling memoir My Name Is Why, and his latest work Let the Light Pour In is a Sunday Times Bestseller. From Olympic poems to Venice Biennale curation, Lemn’s career spans continents, causes, and conversations that matter.

In this exclusive event, Lemn will speak about his life, his poetry, and the stories that have shaped him, from growing up in care to becoming Chancellor of the University of Manchester and receiving honours from both The Queen and The King. Expect powerful readings, raw truth, and moments of unexpected joy.

There will be a live Q&A and book signing, a rare chance to connect with one of the UK’s most vital literary voices.

Whether you're already a fan or new to his work, An Evening with Lemn Sissay promises to inspire, provoke and uplift. Don’t miss this highlight of the Love Rugby Festival, a celebration of culture, community and creativity in the heart of Rugby.