Poetry Night allows students to share poetry, art and music
Posted by The Skyliner on April 14th, 2010Kyra Alexander
Staff Writer
Thursday, April 8, Poetry Night once again opened its mike to dozens of artists. Poets and performers took the stage in Hayes Ministry Center to present their creations.
Brandon Seabrook Nelson entertains the audience with his djembe playing at Poetry Night. Photo Credit: The Skyliner Kari Weaver
Many students read their poetry, and all were moving to the audience in different ways.
Some singers and songwriters were also present and came forth to share their own works of art. Some of these artists were James Eaton and Kami Cross, Tim and Betsy Hendrix, and Rachael Gallman and Troy Drinkard.
Also showing its talent was the North Greenville Improv team, Start Wearing Purple. The crowd applauded and laughed along with the team as they played games such as Blockbuster, POW and Interruption.
“It’s always a great experience performing for poetry night,” team captain Karla Neves, senior theatre, said. “The crowd is always interactive and ready for fun.”
Another of the performing acts was Jonathan Kirk, junior interdisciplinary studies. Kirk dazzled the audience with his passion for magic and comedy.
“He always surprises me with all the tricks up his sleeves,” Andrew Turner, junior theatre, said.
One former student, Matt Martinez, presented a short story and a little bit of improv with another former student, Colton Guffey.
Brandon Nelson, senior studio art, also brought forth some of his artwork and discussed why he painted or drew it and the significance in his life.
Poetry Night is held every semester. Do not miss the next Poetry Night coming up. There will be more fun, art, songs, poems and lots of coffee.
Tags: Spring 2010, Vol. 110 - Issue 11