Queer Voices’ a new LGBTQ+ poetry open mic is set to launch in Worcester next week. Taking place on the fourth Thursday of each month, starting from Thursday 24th July 2025, the event is an open mic poetry and spoken word night celebrating LGBTQ+ creativity, expression, and community.

Thom Seddon, also known as drag artist Nana Arthole, is a writer and entertainer based in Nottingham whose verse novella ‘Men Holding Hands’ was published at the end of 2024. Thom talks inspiration, writing process, and independent publishing.