Join Spork! for another regular dollop of alternative spoken-word, comedy & poetry at Exeter Phoenix, featuring celebrated stand-up poet Rob Auton and some very special guests, including Malaika Kegode!
Spork! is an Exeter organisation making fun, engaging and accessible poetry & spoken-word.
Hosted by Chris White.
Cost: £8 Standard | £6 Concession
Rob Auton
Rob is a poet and comedian who's had several collections of writing and illustrations published by Burning Eye Books and Harper Collins. His work has been featured on Netflix, Channel 4, BBC, The Russell Howard Hour, and Comedy Central. He’s performed all over the UK from Glastonbury to the Southbank Centre, and the creator of The Rob Auton Daily Podcast which won The Best Daily Podcast Award in 2020.
Rob is well known for his critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe shows, which tour all around the country. One of the Fringe’s most consistently successful acts, his last seven one-man poetry shows have all been 5 star reviewed and completely sold out.
“Poetical, philosophical, humane, completely charming and funny to boot” – The Guardian
Malaika Kegode
Malaika is a writer, performer and producer based in Bristol. She has performed around the UK at a number of celebrated venues, festivals and poetry events, such as Tongue Fu, Out-Spoken at The 100 Club, WOMAD, Boomtown and BBC at the Edinburgh Festival.
She’s worked with a number of organisations including Roundhouse, Historic England and Elstree Studios. She has been shortlisted for the Out-Spoken Poetry Award, had her work displayed at the Arnolfini in Bristol and has acted as tour support for Saul Williams at The Fleece. Her first full-length spoken word show, Outlier made it’s debut on the main stage at Bristol Old Vic last year, to critical acclaim.
Plus support from:
Sven Stears
The current Reading Slam Champion and Britol’s Lyra Poetry Festival Grand Champion. Sven’s electrical, heartfelt poetry touches on themes of loss, trauma, mental health and addiction, but always with little messages of hope.
Edward Tripp
Back by unpopular demand. A firm favourite and sometimes anarchic co-host of Spork! Ed’s a comedian and spoken-word artist whose surreal brand of humour has been generously described as a cross between Dave Allen and David Lynch.
Lizzie Lidster
A songwriting psychologist based in Devon, with a background in rock, Americana and queer folk, Lizzie’s work is infused with hooky choruses, chunky riffs and thought-provoking lyrics, plus a pinch of observational humour.
Accessibility Statement: Age Guidance: 12+ We aim to create a relaxed and inclusive night. Parents with small children and babies are welcome, and can come and go as needed.
This event will feature a live BSL Interpreter.
There is a steep slope from the street leading to the main entrance and a flight of stairs up to our front door. More level access is possible by approaching from Exeter Central Library on Castle street. Step-free access to the building is available via a ramped entrance on the side of the building. The side entrance is equipped with automatic doors.
The Auditorium of Exeter Phoenix is step-free and wheelchair accessible.
There is one accessible parking space for Blue Badge Holders. To reserve this for your visit, please call our box office team on 01392 667080 who will provide you with a parking permit upon arrival.
Level access to accessible toilets is available on all floors. Please ask Box Office for the radar key if needed. We have gender neutral toilets available in Studio 74 and on the first floor.
Guide / Hearing / Assistance Dogs are welcome. If you wish to take your dog into the performance, please let us know when booking your ticket so that we can arrange an adjacent seat.