Speakin Weird News Today

Aberdeen's rich spoken word scene has produced several nationally recognised performance poets and some unforgettable art, writes Orla Kelly.

Aberdeen is a wonderful city to live in, but you can't begrudge the many people who leave in search of better prospects, writes Rory Buccheri.

Lots of bookish treats this month, including open mics, queer storytelling, and a magical conversation between Max Porter and Heather Parry.

Lots of bookish events in December, including Josie Long at The Stand's spoken word night and the launch of Scottish literary magazine Extra Teeth

Performances by talented members of the north-east's LGBTQ+ community have fizzled out, writes Rory Buccheri, to the detriment of the city.