Embodying Spoken Word

Performance Poetry is a practice that engages the body and the voice in the sharing of the words. The ways in which we communicate and perform work is as important as the formation of the words themselves.

In this hybrid workshop, poets who perform or want to perform their works will be invited to experiment with and practice various techniques in embodying their poetry in performance. 

Areas covered in the workshop:

• Physicalizing performance and exploring ways to maintain authenticity, intentionality, and clarity in the body.
• Vocal health and sound production- learning techniques to maximize the efficiency of the voice and reducing tension/strain/wear and tear from phonation
• Learn exercises and tools that engage the body in the support of memorizing words

The workshop will be delivered in English, and is readily accessible for most abilities, with adaptations available with notice. Please reach out to artisticdirector@vancouverpoetryhouse with specific adaptation needs when registering so we can ensure that we provide them to the best of our ability. Please contact [email protected] if you would like to attend this workshop remotely using zoom.

This workshop focuses primarily on connecting physical gesture and body movement to vocal sound production. However, non-verbal participants are also able to participate, with options available to suit diverse needs.

Johnny D Trinh is the artistic director for Vancouver Poetry House, and an interdisciplinary, community-engaged artist. Johnny has over 20 years of experience in teaching practice and study of: physical theatre, voice & text, classical singing, yoga & fitness. Trinh is a co-lead coach for TEDxSurrey, and has taught workshops, coached public speaking in post secondary and professional environments internationally.

Accessibity

Vancouver Poetry House events take place on the ancestral territories of the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh First Nations, whose lands were never sold, ceded, or relinquished,—lands that were taken. Vancouver Poetry House supports the resurgence of Indigenous culture and the work of Indigenous poets.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The WISE Hall, 1882 Adanac St, Vancouver, BC V5L 2E2, Canada