The Temple of Ideas is a group where unstoppable over 55s congregate in order to expand and share their knowledge through conversation, music, poetry and art. Harking back to the French literary and philosophical salons of the 17th and 18th centuries, the Temple of Ideas provides a platform for discussion, debate and performance.

Gatherings are relaxed with casual conversation and dotted with the occasional impromptu eruptions. Expect to be surprised by occasional off-the-cuff poetry, spontaneous singing, dancing or unexpected debate. Members are welcome to bring their music, art, photography, poems or ideas to share.

Please note: This Event is for Dragon Hall Over 55 Members only. But membership is free to anyone over 55 who lives in London. Simply email john@dragonhall.org.uk and ask to registered. Being a member comes with many perks including free tickets to British Museum exhibits, operas at E.N.O., canal boat trips, the Garden Cinema, and much more.

For this next meeting the Temple of Ideas presents an afternoon of poetry and song. Kicking off the proceedings will be three of London's finest - Tim Wells, Paul Birtel and Jessica Lawrence.

Afterwards we'll ask for any other poetry, word, comments, karaoke, rap or other offerings from the audience. So if you have anything you've been dying to express, please pull it out from under the bushel and brandish it here.

Or you can just listen and sip tea - whatever works for you. ;)

Between readings we'll have plenty of time for chat, discussion, interaction, the occasional karaoke song and to top up our refreshments.

Coffee and Tea is available – if you can, a small £1 donation per cup would be appreciated.

Only Dragon Hall members allowed to attend the events. But Membership is FREE and open to anyone over 55 who lives in London. Simply email John@dragonhall.org.uk to register with Dragon Hall's over 55s. https://www.dragonhall.org.uk

Forget the dead poets... London is fully alive today with poetic souls!