Poetry Meetup Café marks ten years of poetry at Gazette Café in Montpellier, in the Occitanie region of France. The afternoon is hosted by the Occitan branch of the Société des Poètes français, which has held its gatherings at this café for a decade.
What the afternoon offers
- A discussion on poetry and the poet's role, led by Christian Malaplate, a member of the Society's committee.
- An open stage that follows, for anyone who would like to read their own texts aloud.
The format suits both listeners and readers. You can come simply to hear the conversation and the readings, or bring a piece of your own if you feel ready to share it. The open stage is open to everyone, so there is no need to be a member of the Society to take part.
Planning your visit
The event takes place at Gazette Café, a café in Montpellier, a city known for its historic centre, its student life and its position on the Mediterranean coast. Many visitors combine an afternoon at the café with a walk through the old town or a stop at one of the city's squares before or after the reading.
For the event's details and the café's current programme, check the agenda published on the Gazette Café website.