February, 2026
Event Details
The Classical Association in collaboration with Sir John Soane’s Museum in London is accepting entries for their 2026 Verse and Voice Competition. The event is free to enter, for writers of
Event Details
The Classical Association in collaboration with Sir John Soane’s Museum in London is accepting entries for their 2026 Verse and Voice Competition.
The event is free to enter, for writers of any age, anywhere in the world.
Entries must not have been previously published or accepted for publication in print or online by a third party. Selected entries may be published on the competition website.
Entries can be submitted as Verse (written poem) or Voice (spoken word).
A share of £2000 prizemoney is available for some of the placed poets and performers in each age category. Digital certificates will be provided to shortlisted entrants.
The overall winners of the Verse and Voice categories will have the chance to visit the objects and perform their words in front of a special audience at the Sir John Soane’s Museum in London in March 2026.
Is this competition legit?YES! – Based on our research this event is legitimate and the organizer is well established. However, as with any event, please remember to do your own research before submitting your work.
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