The premiere of a new song cycle from Thomas Stearn, set around five poems by Katharine Towers telling the story of a lone figure who walks from darkness into light. Alongside a composition by Anna Appleby.

New for '26. Celebrating stories, and the shops and publishers who keep them alive. With talks and workshops from Bethan Woollvin, Steve Webb, Kavitha Rao, Michelle Tea, Sheaf Poetry, and more. Organised by Sheffield's indie bookshops.

A delightful family concert based on the best-selling children’s book by Pip Jones, illustrated by Sara Ogilvie. Perfect for 3–7 year-olds.

Originally written as a radio play by Morton Feldman and Samuel Beckett, Words & Music presents a cryptic trialogue between the ailing master Croak and his two servants, Words (played by an actor) and Music (represented by the score).

Launching a day of music inspired by myths, legends and fairytales, author and storyteller Nicholas Jubber explores the enduring appeal of enchanting folk tales, often laced with a monstrous darkness.

Music in the Round presents Kafka's Fragments: 40 short excerpts from Kafka’s writings, diaries, and letters – often heartfelt and confessional.

Play with different approaches to performing together with others.

A showcase of indie and small press comic creators from Sheffield and further afield. With a Graphic Novel Reading Room corner, a kids workshop and bar.

Sheffield's festival of books, words and ideas, taking place each October. Come back soon for our highlights from the writer talks, workshops and events in the 2026 programme.