Kino Konepaja, October 24, 2026

Sign-up 7 PM
Start 7:30 PM
Afterparty 10 PM to midnight

Free admission

Konepaja Spoken Word is Helsinki’s English-language open stage for spoken word, poetry, and performance. It is organized by Helsinki Poetry Connection in collaboration with Kino Konepaja and Catalysti Association of Transcultural Artists, and produced by Vinski Valos.

This open stage welcomes poets, performers, storytellers, and experimental voices working with text, voice, movement, sound, and presence. Whether your work leans toward poetry, performance art, short fiction, monologue, or something in between and beyond, this is a space to try out material, share ongoing processes, and meet others working with language and performance in Helsinki.

Save the dates and sign up through the below!
October 24: “SYMBOLS” (Hosted by Kasper Salonen)
November 21: THEME TBA
December 12: THEME TBA

The evenings are open to both first-time performers and experienced artists. Come perform or just listen, and be part of the community. The focus is on sharing, experimentation, risk-taking, and live encounters. We would love to hear your words, whether carefully crafted or spontaneous. To reserve a performance slot, please sign up below.

5 minutes per performance.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/7rvnmVL8d9GzVB4U8

The events are held in English. All languages are welcome on stage, but if your piece is in a different language, it can be a good idea to give the audience some context in English before starting your performance.

LOCATION: Kino Konepaja, Konepajanpasaasi, Vallila, Helsinki

Our events follow HPC’s safer space guidelines as found on our website. We want this event to be safe and welcoming for everyone. By attending, you agree to respect people’s boundaries. If you feel unsafe or witness something concerning, please speak to the organizers.