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toby thompson
performance poet
FOR THE RECORD
Toby's new one-man show.
Special preview performance:
Pound Arts Centre, Corsham
8:00pm, Wed 11th April.
An early preview, on its way to a full month on the Edinburgh Fringe in August this year.
This newly conceived show sets Toby's poetry in and amongst the classic songs that so often inspired and surrounded their creation. As it does so it also celebrates the peculiar allure of music shared and enjoyed as God surely intended - on vinyl - in a slower, more considered way than we're used to in this age of disposable downloads.
It's a new and beguiling setting for his unique poetic voice so don't miss this early chance to see it!
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"...a wonderful gift for language, a deep sensibility and a penetrating sense of perspective."
Sir Ken Robinson. Renowned Educationalist and Creativity Expert
BEAUTIFUL INSPIRING WORDSMITHERY
Toby Thompson is a writer and performer of thoughts and feelings. Not just his own, but somehow yours too. His poetry displays his delight in life’s uncertainties and absurdities and his uniquely rhythmic and musical style is lyrical, beguiling, playful and poignant.
"...easily one of the most gifted young wordsmiths I have ever had the pleasure to encounter... the discipline and confidence of a seasoned pro."
Akala. Rapper & founder of the Hip Hop Shakespeare Company
Upcoming Shows
For The Record,Pound Arts Centre, Corsham, Wilts
Early Edinburgh preview of my new one-man show. I get to tell my favourite poems in and amongst some outrageously good tunes - all served up on good old fashioned vinyl. Come and chill!
Secret gigs at Sofar Sounds!
These intimate gigs are often my favourites, but you'll need to sign up...!
Broadway Theatre, Letchworth: A Day To Remember
On Remembrance weekend, a special performance with renowned community choir City Chorus featuring a stunning choral working of Karl Jenkin's The Armed Man as the backdrop to this gripping and moving poetic tale.
"…one of the most inspired, powerful poets I've heard in years. …talent and passion that put a lot of older writers to shame. Who knows what primal wellspring he's pulling all this inspiration from, but anyway, world - take notice."