Overheard in a Tower Block - Poetry Competition

We’re inviting you to take part in a poetic challenge inspired by Overheard in a Tower Block by Joseph Coelho!

The Challenge:

Wherever you live – be it a tower block, terrace, or somewhere in between – stop, look, and listen…

🔍 What stands out to you?

Pick three details about the place you live and turn each one into a simile.
Then, weave them together into a short poem that captures the spirit of your space.

The Prize

One lucky winner will receive:
✨ A signed copy of Overheard in a Tower Block by Joseph Coelho
🎟️ 4 tickets to see the show at Little Angel Theatre between 18th – 27th July

How to Enter

Send your poem to marketing@littleangeltheatre.com with your name age and preferred date to see the show (between 18th – 27th July 2025).

🕛 Entries close at midnight on Sunday 6th July
📣 The winner will be contacted via email on Tuesday 8th July

Get creative – we can’t wait to hear about the world where you live! ✒️

• Eligibility – The competition is open to children and young people aged 7 – 15. Entrants must be UK residents.
• How to Enter – Entries must be submitted via email to marketing@littleangeltheatre.com by midnight on Sunday 6th July 2025. Please include your name and age with your submission.
• Entry Format –  Each entry must be an original short poem containing three similes based on the entrant’s local environment. Poems must be written in English.
• One Entry Per Person – Only one entry per participant is allowed.
• Winner Selection – A winner will be chosen by a panel of judges based on creativity, originality, and relevance to the theme. The winner will be notified by email on Tuesday 8th July 2025.
• Prize – The winner will receive a signed copy of Overheard in a Tower Block by Joseph Coelho and four (4) tickets to see the stage adaptation at Little Angel Theatre between 18th – 27th July 2025. No cash alternative will be offered.
• Tickets – Theatre tickets are subject to availability. The winner must confirm their preferred date by Friday 11th July 2025.
• Copyright – By entering, participants give permission for Little Angel Theatre to share and publish submitted poems (with credit) on their website and social media.
• Data Privacy – Personal details submitted will only be used for the purposes of administering the competition and contacting the winner, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.