The Poetry Brothel: Season of the Witch

When:
October 18, 2018 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm America/New York Timezone
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Where:
House of Yes
2 Wyckoff Avenue Brooklyn
NY 11237
Cost:
$50 – $500

Welcome to a special Halloween edition of Poetry Brothel – a unique and immersive poetry event that takes poetry outside classrooms and lecture halls and places it in the lush interiors of a bordello.

The Madame presents a rotating cast of poets, each operating within a carefully crafted character, who share their work in public readings, spontaneous eruptions of poetry, and most distinctly, as purveyors of private poetry readings on beds, chaise lounges and in private rooms. For a fee, all of the poets are available for these sequestered readings at any time during the event. Of course, any true bordello need a good cover; ours is an immersive cabaret featuring poetry, burlesque, live music, vaudeville, aerials, visual art, magic, and mysticism, with newly integrated themes, performances and installations at each event.

Doors open at 7pm, and the show begins promptly at 7:15pm. As usual the festivities will be presided over by your hosts Mister Charley, The Madame, and that rapscallion, Tennessee Pink. For more information, including featured performers and thematic details, please visit thepoetrybrothel.com. Costumes and vintage-wear are encouraged but not required. The Poetry Brothel staged show will wrap up at 10pm, but feel free to stay on for House of Yes’s free Thursdaydance party, Dirty Thursday, where the poets will continue to be available for private readings.

This event is 21+

 


::::::: Consent Policy :::::::

Behave with beauty, connect with intention. We are obsessed with Consent. Always ASK before touching anyone in our House. If someone is violating your boundaries or harassing you, please speak to a security guard or any staff member. We have a zero tolerance policy for harassment. If you feel something, say something, and we will help. Questions about consent culture at House of Yes? Let us know: consent@houseofyes.org.

 

::::::: Community and Accessibility :::::::

This is a space for everyone to feel welcome and loved. Racism, sexism, ableism, ageism, homophobia, transphobia, or any other form of discrimination will not be tolerated at our House. All restrooms in our venue are gender neutral. Everyone is free to use the restroom that best fits their gender identity or expression. All entrances and spaces within the venue are single-level. There are stairs leading to the upper portions of the stage, for those who wish to dance in the spotlight. Strobe lights are used during performances and parties.

 

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