Sunday, June 24, 2018

Why You Should Try Classic Poetry Readings Los Angeles

By Mary Stewart


Have you ever walked past a cafe filled with people late at night and wondered what they were all doing? If so, classic poetry readings Los Angeles could be your new passion. They are coming back into fashion across the world, with new and old poets being celebrated and studied, inspiring new poets to share their work and open up about what makes them tick.

It is difficult to know what to expect when you set about going to this type of event. One night can differ dramatically from the next, from the setting to the people to the type of literature being read. The stereotypical scene of an old dusty bookshop crammed with creaky chairs and beautiful talented young people might not be quite what is waiting for you, but then again it might be exactly that.

The value of poetry readings can come in many ways. It is a particularly deep form of writing, forcing the writer to get in touch with their feelings honestly and present them concisely. This is no easy task, but for both writer and listener, it can be hugely therapeutic as it forces both parties to fully engage with the poem and subject matter and truly think about it in a way they haven't before.

For anyone suffering from addiction, writing in any form can be a very healing practice. Once this writing is shared with others it helps everyone involved and not just the writer. Reading or hearing someone share an experience that you have had makes you feel less alone and able to accept that experience, learn from it and move on.

For anyone who has moved to a new city and is looking for friends, it can be the ideal event for making real and longlasting connections with people. At first it may be a little overwhelming due to the often intense nature of these readings, but once you are comfortable it can be a hugely rewarding experience. To begin with, it is probably best to just listen before you contribute, unless this is something you are experienced in.

For any poets or writers who are looking to make a career out of their art, a reading is the perfect place to start. Spending a few hours each week listening to other people's writing and sharing your own is a great way to make you braver and more confident of your own ability. It is also a wonderful way to get inspiration for future work and even make contacts to further your career.

For anyone looking for the perfect place to take a date, or even meet someone new, a poetry reading might be ideal. Even if you are not planning on sharing your own poetry with your partner, you can both listen to other people sharing their inner-most feelings. It is a very romantic environment to be in and you will naturally find yourselves connecting on a deeper level because of it.

Some people find poetry to be pretentious and boring, but few who write or study it feel this way because it is the type of thing that needs to be understood to be loved. It is a wonderful way to get to know yourselves and the people around you in an honest and forthright manner. It can also be a very entertaining way to spend your evening.




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