Performs rhythmic poetry at job centre in old city causing commotion (6)

I believe the answer is:

uproar

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'commotion' is the definition.
(I know that uproar is a type of commotion)

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(Other definitions for uproar that I've seen before include "Public expression of outrage" , "Hubbub, an outburst of angry noise" , "State of commotion, noise and confusion" , "Tumult and bedlam" , "Violent eruption of noise and anger" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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