Friday 10 June | 7pm - 9pm
Vic Watson Conference Centre, Walworth Methodist Church, LONDON, SE5 0EW
'Tell It' is back, bringing you another night of spoken word, music and poetry from young adults across the London District. And this time, it's LIVE!
Performances will cover a variety of Christian themes that reflect the personal experiences of young adults across London's Methodist churches.
There will be testimony, there will be praise, there will be stories of journeys to, and walks with God. Come for the fun or come for the fellowship. Either way you won't be disappointed.
*Please note that the views expressed at this event are those of the individual performer(s) and are offered as a contribution to the life and work of the Church. They do not necessarily represent the beliefs or theology of the Methodist Church in Britain, nor are they to be taken as statements from the Methodist Conference.
The Hosts
Zoe Oppong Anorso
Zoe is a member of Kilburn Methodist Church and part of the Woven Planning Team. She is a powerhouse of activity who describes herself as an outgoing introvert with a passion for Christian community. When she is not at work, you’ll find her disturbing some poor soul about some theological conundrum or just chilling with her peeps.
James Thorpe
Because of his love for music, James developed interest in playing the piano, organ and drums. He sings classical and gospel songs. He is a member of various choir groups where he sings tenor/baritone and also as an organist. He is a fun person to be around with a very positive attitude towards life. James has recently released an album called “I can do all things” and will also be releasing a single titled “Unstoppable”.
The Performers
TRISSIE COLESHAW
Trissie Coleshaw is a writer, performer and Spoken Word artist from London. A graduate of the University of East Anglia's MA Creative Writing and recipient of the 2020/21 schola 'Ink, Sweat and Tears Scholarship', they have been shortlisted for the Bridport Poetry Prize and published by Ambit, Egg Box, Unbroken, The Lake, Lunar Poetry and Cha: An Asian Literary Journal.
JAMES PICKIN
James lives in East London where he runs a community poetry group called The Beehive Poetry Club which is a community for those who are new to writing, are published writers and anywhere in between. He works for the Methodist Church serving churches and circuits in learning and development through the Methodist Learning Network.
SHANIQUA BENJAMIN
Shaniqua Benjamin is a poet, writer and Croydon’s first Poet Laureate, who is crazy in love with the Lord. She wrote the lyrics for the London Mozart Players' Anthem for Peace, and performed as part of Apples & Snakes' spoken word show, Rallying Cry.
TREMONT DEIGH
Tremont has been involved in performing arts since he was young. Acting in theatres, school productions and church plays. Today, he's performed spoken word pieces in open mics, on Premier Radio and BBC Radio 2!
ZHANAI
Zhanai also known as supernova- a young poet who has been doing spoken word since the age of 15. She has also recently published a poetry collection.
AARON BENT
Aaron Bent believes in the power of poetry to creatively engage with people about faith, politics and life. He has made appearances on BBC Radio Leicester and Christian Premier Radio. He is also undertaking a Masters in Theology and Transformative Practice. Aaron holds firm to his love of Jesus, people and the Bible.