Upcoming: Chewstick Hosts A Poetic Showcase
Poetry will be taking over the Chewstick lounge on Friday [Apr.20], with “Poetic License II”, a poetry showcase, featuring Trinidadian Spoken New York Spoken Word artist, Samantha Thornhill , Joy T, ChewSLAM and more, starting at 8pm at The Chewstick Neo-Griot Lounge & Cafe’.
A Chewstick spokesperson said, “Samantha Thornhill has traveled the globe performing her eclectic style of poetry to audiences from all walks of life. Poetic License II will be Samantha’s debut performance in Bermuda her dynamic mix of Trini-flair and New York flow will surely captivate the audience.
“Samantha is passionate about taking her poetry to the streets and sharing her gift with as many people as possible. In addition to being a founding member of the impromptu public performance group “Pop Up Poets” she is an author and educator.
“For the past six years Thornhill has been teaching poetry to actors-in-training at the Juilliard School and is regularly, contracted to teach creative writing workshops and seminars in New York. Ms. Thornhill’s individual work has been featured in publications such as Crab Orchard Review, Indiana Review, Poets and Artists Magazine, and Faultline. On Friday evening we will see her share her talents alongside Bermudians, showcasing awe-inspiring, conscious, and sensual poetry.
“As a teacher at the Julliard School, founding member of Pop Up Poets, and Writer in Residence at The Bronx Academy of Letters she has experience working to enhance the gifts and talents of storytellers and celebrating the individual voices of the arts. Thornhill will take part in mentoring the ChewSLAM Teen Poetry Club as they prepare to represent Bermuda later this year. This involvement will empower them to express the words on a page in a way that is felt and appreciated by their audience.
“Samantha Thornhill’s presence is an invaluable addition to the Poetic License series, designed to spotlight the beauty, expression and richness of storytelling through poetic artistry. With vocalist and poet Joy T Barnum and a group performance by ChewSLAM this will be a night that is not to be forgotten.
“It’s all being hosted by Chewstick’s own Tanzaoui who will weave all the beautiful facets of the night into a tapestry of humour, emotion and pure vibes. Each performer has a unique energy and delivery that will be a treat for all in attendance. Do not miss the opportunity to experience a dynamic performance and celebrate live entertainment at its best. Following the performance everyone is invited to dance into the night with a soca after party, complete with dj madness and palancing!
“The performance, to start at 8pm will be streamed live on the Chewstick website (www.chewstick.org) to share the experience with supporters from around the world. Find out more about Samantha at http://samanthaspeaks.com. For more information on the pop up poetry group visit http://popuppoets.com. Entry is free, but donations toward The Chewstick Foundation are greatly appreciated. Seating is limited so get there early! For more information call 292-2439 (CHEW), 535-2575 or email info@chewstick.org.”
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