Poetry Reading: childhood chronicles

Join us as we delve into literary works and enjoy masterpieces read out loud by amazing actor – Matthew Peter-Carter!

Our theme in May explores childhood. These are the poems for the next session:

• ‘Follower’ – Seamus Heaney
• ‘One Flesh’ – Elizabeth Jennings
• ”My Grandmother’ – Christopher Rush
• ‘Telemachus’ – Ocean Vuong

Unlike other book clubs that expect participants to read in advance and prepare for the conversation, we welcome anyone to join the meeting without any preparation. You just have to be there and enjoy the finest works of poetry, read aloud by professional actor and English literature scholar. We will also allow sufficient time to discuss every poem in a group and reflect on how the ideas and emotions are emphasised by the power of language.

READ BY: MATTHEW PETER-CARTER

Matthew Peter-Carter is an actor, writer, children’s educator, and the Creative Director of Book Club Bunch. Matthew studied BA English Language and Literature at the University of Oxford, graduating with a First Class (with Honours), before completing a MA in Music Theatre at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, where he graduated with Distinction. He is particular fascinated with etymology, the latency of Romanticism in the Victorian era, and all things Gerard Manley Hopkins – as well as a good fantasy novel!
He is currently a Finalist of Penguin Random House’s ‘WriteNow’ programme, finishing his debut children’s middle-grade adventure novel ‘Arthur Saves Christmas (In August)’ as part of a trilogy under the mentorship of a Penguin editor. Acting credits include ‘Brass’ (The Union Theatre), originating the role of Dean in ‘Sing for your Supper’ (Chiswick Playhouse), various UK touring shows, and many a panto…
Matthew is also a singer, trumpeter, marathon runner, and conscientious vegetarian with a penchant for a great burger! You can follow him on twitter at @matthewp_c.

NOTE:

To ensure a great experience, this event has a limited number of spots.However, if you are a member and want to attend (when tickets are sold out), please, contact us directly ([email protected]) and we will add you to the guest list.If you are not a member, we encourage you to join our community and enjoy multiple benefits (including guaranteed spot at every event).

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