mercredi 6 février 2019

Hosting Classic Poetry Readings Los Angeles

By Eric Morris


Literary entertainment can take many forms. Whether an author reading from a newly released book, a featured poet at a bookstore, poets reading at an open-mic or poetry slam, all offer a great deal of fun for literary enthusiasts. When it comes to the best classic poetry readings Los Angeles, these are often those presented in the classical style.

While some poets love to read, others love to write and publish works online or in local newspapers and magazines. In fact, the dream of many poets is to have a poem published in a publication or anthology. While this is the case, it is important to understand that more poets get rejection letters than otherwise. As such, it often takes an individual with tough skin to make it through the publication process.

Most of those whom hold true to classical roots feel that the intelligence and style can not be compromised by mixing the work with other styles. As such, it is important that the host of these readings are careful to keep the reading focused solely on classical poetry. Otherwise, classical poetry lovers may very well turn to other classical readings and venues.

For those whom love classical poetry, it is important that when hosting this type of reading, one does so in a venue that is accommodating and convenient. In addition, as classical poetry is often a quieter event than others, Sunday afternoons at a library, coffee shop or tea house are often considered great venue choices. Whereas, those wishing to hear and read a variety of different styles may want to host events at a coffee shop or outdoor patio of a restaurant.

Regardless of venue, the host often sets the mood for the event. In some cases, hosts will provide a sign-up sheet and poets will read in succession which depending on the number of poets on the list can be one or several rounds. Whereas, featured readings often take place in bookstores, libraries or museums. While slam poets often prefer to perform at nightclubs, lounges or dive bars as slam performances are often louder and more theatrical than others.

Organization is a key factor for any type of public literary event. In particular, depending on the size of the event and expected audience, it is important to have the appropriate stage set up and seating. In addition, venues to be in line with the overall energy of the event.

One way hosts can make an event more entertaining is to play around with the lighting and sound before and during an event. For, the better the sound, often the more the audience will pay attention. Whereas, using the lighting in creative ways can often make the host and poets more interesting.

Some hosts will provide a theme, especially in the case of ongoing readings which occur on a regular basis. For, themes which relate to social justice, romance, politics, lifestyle, death or life can often be difficult for some poets, depending on previous life experience. While this is the case, the majority of poets tend to be more open-minded and are open to hearing the works of other poets.




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