An evening of poetry and prose, delving into the world and works of Walt Whitman. Featuring London's first performance of Whitman on Walls!
Join us at Conway Hall for an evening of poetry and prose, as we delve into the world and works of Walt Whitman, America's 'poet of democracy'Author of the revolutionary Song of Myself and considered by some to be America's first gay icon, Whitman's radical vision of democracy and universal themes of equality, comradeship and love inspired, and continue to inspire, freethinkers worldwide
Karen Karbiener, author and professor at New York University, will open the event with her talk Moncure Conway and Walt Whitman, Pilgrim Souls, which will explore the relationship between Whitman and historic leader of the South Place Ethical Society, Moncure Conway, after whom Conway Hall was named
Following a thirty-minute interval, theatre company Compagnia de' Colombari will present London's first performance of Whitman on Walls! – a new show bringing to together over 50 performers from all over the world in a series of films inspired by the words of WhitmanThe films will be interspersed with live performances from London-based poets, weaving together film and live recitation into an unforgettable experience
*Our pop-up bar, provided by Too Many Bars, will be open throughout the evening, serving a selection of ethically and sustainably produced drinks.*
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Address25 Red Lion Square, London, Greater London,
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