Poem Laundry -concert in Hiedanranta

Come and experience grand ideas and a whilrwind of emotions in the atmospheric Lielahti Manor!

Runopyykki, or "Poem Laundry" invites the audience to join a shared journey, combining music with texts by Finnish poets who have lived in the many colours of the rainbow community.

Developed in 2016 by theatre artist-singer Jarmo Skön and theatre musician Silja Kuoppala, this performance concept brings the full spectrum of life to the stage, through spoken word and music, engaging the audience with openness. This concert is filled with emotion, tears and smiles, moments of awakening, and shared reflections on life.

The event takes place in the lobby of the Lielahti Manor, where you can also enjoy treats from Café Kartano, wines from an award-winning selection, or high-quality coffee.

Duration: approx. 50 minutes

Performers: Jarmo Skön & Silja Kuoppala DUO, Tampereen taidekasvatus ry.

Welcome, free entry!

The event follows Safer Space Guidelines.

We recommend arriving by public transport, on foot, or by bicycle. You can find timetables and routes to the venue in the journey planner. The address is Tehdaskartanonkatu 53.

Lielahti Manor is mostly accessible. There are stairs leading to the lobby from the front door, but an accessible platform lift is available alongside them. The lift can be used with a rollator, wheelchair, stroller, or by standing on the platform. Instructions for using the lift are provided next to it, and staff are available to assist if needed.

Access to the café is via the lobby or through the Kartanonpuisto terrace, which is reached by stairs (no ramp available).

An accessible toilet is located on the first floor of the manor. The second floor is not accessible, as it can only be reached via stairs and there is no lift in the historic building.

There is free parking in the area, but no designated accessible parking spaces. However, it is possible to stop near the buildings for accessible drop-off if needed.