Frequency Writers Workshop
In this course, we will look at a number of poetic attempts to write about
happiness. How to do it? In fact, to do so seems almost taboo orsomehow not part
of what might be considered hip just now: the sexy, the edgy, the ironic. And,
perhaps, also, more challenging to write. How to give happiness the same
complexity given to sadness? Not a flat, one note song. How to do it without
sentimentality? And, with sentiment? What makes a good poem about happiness? Can
we even agree on that? Can it be sexy, edgy, ironic? We will read a number of
efforts to “write happiness” and try, too, to write our own versions. All are
welcome. Studios are geared towards drafting new work. The pieces you’ll be
drafting will be about, or inspired by, select readings that the instructor will
share with you. Come ready to read and discuss a little bit, and to write a lot.
REGISTER
Saturday,
May 19th, 10 am – 2 pm at 73 Harrison St, Providence, RI
Instructor: Anna
Catone
