Darlings, step into the enchanting world of The Poetry Brothel, an immersive literary cabaret inspired by the turn-of-the-century brothels in New Orleans, Paris, and Buenos Aires. These historic brothels were safe havens for fringe and avant-garde artists, and we're thrilled to bring that spirit of experimentation and performance to PoFest.
The Poetry Brothel presents a rotating cast of poets, each performing within a carefully crafted character. Enjoy public readings, spontaneous eruptions of poetry, and most distinctly, intimate one-on-one poetry readings. This year, we will have our own space with a tent for private readings and a platform for public performances. Expect lively processions, interactive engagements with passersby, and captivating typewriter poetry.
Schedule:
Saturday, July 13th, 2024
12:00-12:30 PM:
Madam Tallula, Britt Cannon, Allegra Parks, Monah Mayhem, January Blue
1:30-2:00 PM:
Madam Betty Boom, Monah Mayhem, Allegra Parks, Jezmina Von Thiele
4:00-4:30 PM:
Madam Betty Boom, Velvet Envy, Bread Pussy, Jezmina Von Thiele
5:00-5:30 PM:
Madam Tallula, Britt Cannon, Monah Mayhem, Jezmina Von Thiele
Sunday, July 14th, 2024
12:00-12:30 PM:
Madam Tallula, Jezmina Von Thiele, Monah Mayhem, Allegra Parks
1:30-2:00 PM:
Madam Betty Boom, Hortensia Celeste, The Countess of Castlemaine, Persephone James, Jezmina Von Thiele
4:00-4:30 PM:
Madam Tallula, Velvet Envy, Bread Pussy, Jezmina Von Thiele
5:00-5:30 PM:
Madam Betty Boom, Bread Pussy, Monah Mayhem, Jezmina Von Thiele
Let’s come together in this playful, encouraging, and wondrous celebration of poetry. We at The Poetry Society of New York can’t wait to see you there, darlings! Embrace the spirit of joyful abandon and dive into the awe-inspiring world of The Poetry Brothel at NYC PoFest.
