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Poetry Reading - Richard - 02-09-2019
Hey all,
I've been asked to take part in a local poetry reading. I've never done anything like this before, so I wonder if anyone has any suggestions?
Thanks,
Richard
RE: Poetry Reading - milo - 02-10-2019
(02-09-2019, 12:59 PM)Richard Wrote: Hey all,Suggestions on what?
I've been asked to take part in a local poetry reading. I've never done anything like this before, so I wonder if anyone has any suggestions?
Thanks,
Richard
What to wear?
Might I suggest a beret? Perhaps a turtleneck as well?
When to show up?
Fashionably late.
What to drink?
If the are serving, select a California red and frequently compare it unfavorably to other wines you’ve tried in Paris. If they are not serving, Evan Williams bottled in bond bourbon(the white label) in a flask.
When to clap?
Politely and often.
RE: Poetry Reading - ellajam - 02-10-2019
Ha, milo, even I'm not that old.
Richard, I've never done one but I would expect the biggest hurdle would be nerves. Maybe video yourself a few times reading so that you can relax into the poem, and maybe read to friends. Good luck with it, the first time is probably the hardest.
RE: Poetry Reading - billy - 02-11-2019
speak clearly and drink a lot. speak with emphasis depending on the mood of the poem.
RE: Poetry Reading - busker - 02-12-2019
(02-11-2019, 05:36 PM)billy Wrote: speak clearly and drink a lot. speak with emphasis depending on the mood of the poem.I can't agree more with the drinking bit. without it, there's no poetry, only scientologically approved enemas
RE: Poetry Reading - Richard - 03-25-2019
Hey all,
Thanks for the advice. The reading went well for my first time
Thanks again,
Richard
RE: Poetry Reading - billy - 03-25-2019
good for you