Derbyshire Poet Laureat opportunity (deadline: noon 22-7-11)
Derbyshire County Council is looking to appoint the next Derbyshire Poet Laureate.
The appointment is for two years, running from October 2011 to September 2013, and the brief will include a set of commissions, workshops and events. It is also expected that the poet will use the honorary title to seek further commissions, workshops and appearances during their tenure. The Laureate will be featured as part of the 2012 Derbyshire Literature Festival, and given a skills development bursary.
The Derbyshire Poet Laureate not only needs to be an excellent poet, but will also need to demonstrate an aptitude for working and performing in a wide variety of community settings.
Applications are welcome from poets living, working or studying in Derbyshire.
For further information and details of how to apply visit: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/poetlaureate or contact the Arts Team at: arts.team@derbyshire.gov.uk or ring 01773 831 359
Deadline for applications: 12noon on Friday 22nd July 2011
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