Inua Ellams has a challenge for you: pick a word, any word. Whatever – and however outrageous – your suggestion, he will delve into his extensive archive of work and perform a “reactive and spontaneous selection”. Prepare for Search Party, a poetry evening like no other.

Born in Nigeria, Ellams is an award-winning poet, playwright, performer, graphic artist and designer. His first play, The 14th Tale, told in mellifluous verse the story of how Ellams, “a natural-born mischief-maker”, moved from the clay streets of Nigeria to the rooftops of Dublin and London.

It won a Fringe First award at Edinburgh and transferred to the National Theatre. His most recent play, Barber Shop Chronicles, played two sell-out runs at the National and toured the world.

And when not creating, he is often to be found pounding the streets at night: join him and fellow artists in cities across the globe on The Midnight Run, a walking tour with art and attitude.

Venue: Marlborough College Memorial Hall, Marlborough

Tix: £10/5 / Book here