Youthful, rebellious, exuberance
The Lizard Lounge slam team and the sport of competitive poetry
Sept. 1, 2010 Leave a Comment
Cambridge team completes nationally
The words we’ve been waiting for
June 10, 2010 2 Comments
Patricia Smith explores how poetry transforms our lives and connects us to one another
Oh my Iyeoka
Feb. 25, 2009 Leave a Comment
Looking for something inspirational and a bit international? Check out Iyeoka Okoawo. This woman is an artist of an up and coming genre, known only as “poetry slam.” It’s a genre where poetry is read in a rhythmic conduct along with a soulful motif. It can be very inspiring, and it touches the soul. Iyeoka [...]
The Raven — and some help from The Simpsons
Oct. 29, 2008 Leave a Comment
We’re sure you’ve heard of “The Raven” by Edgar Allen Poe. You’ve probably even heard that famous line: “nevermore”. What you might not have heard is the rendition given by The Simpsons during one of their yearly Halloween specials. Click here to view it, and them complain to them that their videos don’t embed in [...]
The Phoenix and the Turtle
Oct. 17, 2008 Leave a Comment
The Phoenix and the Turtle is an allegorical poem about the death of ideal love. It is widely considered to be one of William Shakespeare’s most obscure works.