Politics and Poetry with Corbyn and McCluskey
Spoken Word (poetry)
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Venue 7The Stand’s New Town Theatre - Studio
- 16:20
- Aug 9
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - Scotland
- Group: Fair Pley / The Stand Comedy Club
- Warnings and additional info: -
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 1 year
Description
Jeremy Corbyn, MP for Islington North, former Labour Leader and founder of the Peace and Justice Project is joined by his friend and comrade Len McCluskey, recently retired General Secretary of Unite the Union for a unique event that traces the evolution of their political lives and how poetry and modern culture has provided inspiration, enlightenment and comfort. No strangers to controversy; their love of poetry is the softer counterpoint to their firm political beliefs. @corbyn_projectPlease note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Inside the venue, there is a steep internal staircase consisting of 20 steps leading to the basement where The Lower Hall space are located. There is alternative wheelchair access from Rose Street North Lane. Seating is level and unfixed within these venues.
- Stairs: Information not supplied
Wheelchair access type: Temporary Ramp, Lift (Platform Lift)
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