Hello! Rife Magazine ceased publishing new work in July 2022.

We've kept the magazine online as an archive and hope you'll still continue to enjoy all of its contributions from the last 8 years.

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Home: A Spoken Word Poem

In this spoken word poetry piece, Lucy explores her experience in lockdown.

Planet Plastic: A spoken word protest urging us to stop trashing Planet Earth

During a week of mass protests taking place in our capital, writer Natasha Batorijs shares 'Planet Plastic' her own protest...

Spoken Word Challenge

To celebrate National Poetry Day, Imogen wrote a poem based on ten words you gave her.

Interview With A Poet: Caroline Bird

The youngest poet to have a published collection talks advice, inspiration, and the importance of writing.

Oral Performance: For Those Who Want To Be Heard

Euella explores how you can use oral performance to change the world.

A Survival Guide To Edinburgh Fringe

An all important list of tips to surviving the world's biggest art festival.

Rife Tea Episode 3: 'Sexy' And Body Image

In episode 3 of the new series, Rife Tea, Euella Alexie and Imogen chat about poet Vanessa Kisuule's show 'Sexy', a...
Lifestyle / / Imogen Downes

Sunstroke And Campfires: This Summer’s Top Arts and Culture Festivals

Jazz has the ultimate guide for those of you wanting a festival experience more than just music.  The double-edged sword...
Events / / Jasmine Thompson

Pick of the Week: Nocturnal 

Find out what’s on Rife Guide this week, including an evening to celebrate the website launch and brand new...
Guide / / Holly Muse

Spoken Word: Are You Listening?

The oldest form of poetry is making a comeback.
Arts/Culture / / Varaidzo