Between the Lines

Spoken Word Artists Wanted!

Yes, it’s time again for a new edition of our Spoken Word event Between the Lines! Take the stage and share your voice in this special edition, where we’re intentionally creating space for performances in multiple languages.

Do you have a poem, spoken word piece, story, or another creative expression you’d like to share? Sign up now for this multilingual edition and let your talent shine in the language that feels most like home to you.

The event will be hosted by spoken word artist Derek Otte. Depending on the artist and audience, the host will present in Dutch or English.

Sign Up

Send an email by Friday, 14 November 2025 to [email protected] including:

• Your name and contact details
• A short bio and photo of yourself
• The text of your performance, or a video/audio recording of a previous performance
• All languages are welcome!

Based on the submissions, we’ll make a selection of artists who will perform. By Monday, 17 November 2025, you’ll receive an email letting you know whether you’ve been selected.

Come and make your voice heard at Between the Lines. We look forward to your application!

Note: We do not tolerate hate speech, misogyny, racism, anti-LGBTIQ+ sentiment, or any other form of exclusion or discrimination in performances.

Open Mic

During the event, we’ll also host an Open Mic, giving audience members the chance to perform or share their text. If you’re not selected for the main line-up, no worries! Come along anyway and share your words during the Open Mic.

Questions?

Contact Amanda at [email protected].

Organized by The Lighthouse in collaboration with Amber M Arif.