Category: performance reading

Poetry #1 by Xzaviar Allen

Poetry performed by Geoff Mays

Poetry #1 by Xzaviar Allen

Get to know the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poetry collection?

The theme of my poems was sexual intercourse. A vulgar/inappropriate subject maybe, but the inspiration behind the pieces drove me to write in such a way.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

I’m not sure how people will react to these particular poems; people usually like them, but it depends on who’s reading.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I wrote my first poem in the fifth grade. Ive been hooked ever since.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

My favorite poets are modern-age poets. J Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Jay Z, Kanye West, etc. Hip Hop is a form of poetry; I write my “poems” as though they were song lyrics.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

I found out about WILDsound kind of randomly; I thought it couldn’t hurt to submit my work to somebody. Maybe they’ll like it!

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

I wrote a short story in college for a class project; I wouldn’t mind writing a script though. I guess it depends on what mood I’m in and what inspiration I have at the moment.

7) What is your passion in life?

My true passions in life are poetry and music; even so, I am skilled in other areas. I currently serve my country as a soldier in the United States Army.

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Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com

Editor: John Johnson

Casting: Sean Ballantyne

Watch the July 2016 Poetry Readings

Watch the poetry readings from July 2016.

These Shoes – Poetry Reading by Latonia Sears 

Vntitlxd – Poetry Reading by Xzaviar Allen 

SUBLIME LOVE – Poetry Reading by Bindu Midha 

MONET – Poetry Reading by Caroline Clemens 

Tooth and Nail – Poetry Reading by Dudley Clarence Sturgis IV 

My Life Tumbled and I Fell – Poetry Reading by A Goomer 

9 VERSUS LOVE – Poetry Reading by Karoline Lehner 

The Eternal Dance – Poetry Reading by Michelle B Assor 

Poem For Tranquility – Poetry Reading by JoyAnne O’Donnell 

North of Tombstone, 3 A M – Poetry Reading by Doug Stanfield 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUBLIME LOVE – Poetry Reading by Bindu Midha

The theme of my poem is love which quite often is elusive.

Watch the July 2016 Poetry Reading. Performed by Val Cole

SUBLIMG LOVE by Bindu Midha

Get to know the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme of my poem is love which quite often is elusive.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

Honestly. An honest,heartfelt response would be great to a sincere theme. Typically the first thought that comes to the readers

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I have been writing for fun since I was about 10 years. But I haven’t published. It would be for friends and family.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

My personal favorite is William Wordsworth along with other Romantic poets.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

A mail from a friend and thereafter exploration of the site. I also wanted to know if my work is worth publishing and would be accepted.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

I do write short stories and some travel pieces. Do look forward to publishing my work.

7) What is your passion in life?

Writing. I enjoy that. Given time and resources traveling would also go neck to neck.

Tooth and Nail – Poetry Reading by Dudley Clarence Sturgis IV

Watch TOOTH AND NAIL Poetry Reading. Performed by actor Val Cole:

Get to know the poet Dudley Clarence Sturgis IV:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme is determination.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

I want people to feel determined. They may face a dragon, but they already wield Excalibur. We all have the power to overcome our obstacles.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I’ve been writing since I first learned how to put pencil to paper – or rather, crayon. Art has always been my passion. Writing, drawing, painting – I do it all.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

I know it may be cliche, but I’ve always adored Edgar Allan Poe.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

I’ve written quite a lot of poems. Some of those I’ve turned into songs or spoken word pieces. I’ve never really been a fan of my own voice, however. This was perfect for me.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

I’m a self-published fantasy novelist. Art is an addiction for me. I can’t really stop.

7) What is your passion in life?

Passion in itself is my passion. I have it for a number of things – art being only just one. Nature is my inspiration. Love and spirituality go hand-in-hand and this journey of mine is just one of many more on this beautiful planet. Everyone has a story. And I want to read as many as I can – while writing my own.

 

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http://www.wildsound.ca/poetrycontest.html

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Poem For Tranquility – Poetry Reading by JoyAnne O’Donnell

Watch the poetry reading performed by Val Cole.

Poem For Tranquility by JoyAnne O’Donnell

Get to know the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

My theme is tranquility.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

With happiness or something that relates to them.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

For a longtime since i’m young.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

Elizabeth Bishop

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

To reach an audience to spread good throughout the world peace and tranquil moments.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

Yes, I’ve also written some movie scripts.

7) What is your passion in life?

To be a great writer.

 

Director/Producer: Matthew Toffolo
Casting: Sean Ballantyne
Editor: John Johnson

Watch the June 2016 Poetry Readings

Watch the poetry readings from June 2016.

Watch the poetry readings from June 2016.

THE HEARTLESS AND THE HOMELESS by Carlyn Soulei Thomas

9 VERSUS LOVE by Karoline Lehner

Pillar of the Community by Monica Helene Thomas

If I Was President by Molimau Fatu

THE HEARTLESS AND THE HOMELESS – Poetry Reading by Carlyn Soulei Thomas

Watch a June 2016 Poetry Performance Reading.

THE HEARTLESS AND THE HOMELESS by Carlyn Soulei Thomas

Performed by Marsha Mason

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme of my poem is the lack of compassion people have one for another.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

When people read my poem or watch my poetry reading, I’d like for them to honestly survey themselves, and ask the question, “Am I compassionate?”. As Mahatma Gandhi said, “We must be the change we wish to see in the world.” Kindness is contagious and humility will take you a long way in life.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I’ve been writing poems since 2001. Writing poems became another way for me to express my feelings.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

My favorite poet and author is Maya Angelou. I call myself “Young Maya” at times, because her works has truly inspires and encourages me to keep reaching for the stars, which without a doubt makes her a mother to many daughters, though she birthed none. Each line of one of my personal favorites, “Letter To My Daughter”, felt as though they were written just for me. She was phenomenal and I only wish to be as inspiring as she was, even if just a little bit.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

There’s so much going wrong in the world, and so many, including children are suffering, but most of us are busy with our own lives to care. I jumped at the opportunity to submit my poem in hopes that it would make others think about it too, just as I have thought about it. And prayerfully, it would change someone’s mind for the betterment of this world and everyone living in it.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

I am also a Singer-Songwriter and Designer. I write short stories and I am currently working on a poetry book and novel.

7) What is your passion in life?

Apart from music and art, my passion is helping others, especially those less fortunate than myself.

9 VERSUS LOVE – Poetry Reading by Karoline Lehner

Watch a June 2016 Poetry Performance Reading

9 VERSUS LOVE by Karoline Lehner

Poetry performed by Marsha Mason

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

Answer: The poem is about finding the love of my life after having learned to love and be at peace with myself.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

Answer: People who have been on this journey may see the beauty, that lies in the pain. For others, who are still searching, it may be a candle in the dark.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

Answer: I have been writing poetry all my life.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

Answer: I love the works of Goethe, Hafiz, Shakespeare and Byron.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

Answer: I found it to be interesting to have my work being published to a wider audience and see it being interpreted by a stranger.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

Answer: Yes, I write short stories, novels and theatre plays, mostly in german and some in english. I invite you to visit my blog http://www.womenagainstrules.org

7) What is your passion in life?

Answer: My passion in life is life itself.

Poetry Reading: Pillar of the Community by Monica Helene Thomas

Watch the June 2016 Poetry Performance Reading

Pillar of the Community by Monica Helene Thomas

Watch the June 2016 Poetry Performance Reading

Pillar of the Community by Monica Helene Thomas

Performed by Marsha Mason

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

How society have judged its leaders over the years

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

leave comments and or likes or dislikes

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

About 3 years

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

Priestiam, love his poetry and self expression. He’s a brilliant and creative man!

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

Getting an invite from Wildsound to enter my poem into their poetry contest and also have it performed as a professional read! I’m so excited!!!

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

Yes, I’m a Book Author of six published books amongst several other writing adventures such as writing music etc.

7) What is your passion in life?

Unfortunately I have not found what my passion in life is quite yet. I’m currently an entrepreneur who is constantly dabbling into new things. I’m hoping one day I’ll stumble upon something that I’ll know for certain that it is my purpose in life.

Poetry Reading: If I Was President by Molimau Fatu

The theme of my poem is to show how this country has fallen so low that all the candidates that they throw at us aren’t even worth voting for; despite people now waking up to this corrupt fallen system. I just wanted to put my stamp on that with imaging myself as president.

Watch the June 2016 Poetry Reading.

If I Was President by Molimau Fatu

Performed by Geoff Mays

Get to know the poet:

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme of my poem is to show how this country has fallen so low that all the candidates that they throw at us aren’t even worth voting for; despite people now waking up to this corrupt fallen system. I just wanted to put my stamp on that with imaging myself as president.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

I just want the people to experience my poetry as they watch me perform it and read it. I just want to inspire the people with my poetry.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I have been writing poetry since the 6th grade. I used it to flirt with girls while I was in middle school.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

My favorite poet is Langston Hughes. He was one of my influences of me becoming a poet.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

What influenced me to submit my poetry to Wildsound is because I wanted more people to read and listen to my poetry.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

I write poems. I am also trying to write my first novel and to get my poetry book published.

7) What is your passion in life?

My passion in life is to be a great person within the Heavenly Father to guide and inspire the youth to be great and humble.