Agreed that poetry is not everybody’s taste. But if you are even a wee bit into it, you should know that there are some amazing poetry clubs which have sprung up in the city. In fact, they have been around for quite a while now. You can meet like-minded people in these poetry groups, share your art with them and if you’re lucky, you can even get a chance to share your poetry on stage to an audience. If that’s intrigued you, then you must check out these cool poetry clubs in town!
1. Delhi Poetry Slam
It’s India’s largest online poetry group for all the aspiring poets. The club not only provides a platform to pursue your passion but also to develop your skills professionally. Since 2013, the Delhi Poetry Slam is doing artist management for spoken word performers and they even host events at various venues across New Delhi. The date and venue of the readings are fixed in advance.
Contact: +91 9654 702 715
2. Bazm: The Poetry Meetup
Bazm is a place for poets where they feel at home and where poetry is nurtured and not judged. They organize monthly meetups and also welcome poets from all languages. Share the charm of poetry by listening to poetry readings, slam poetry, poetry with music and of course new friendships! The poetry discussions and sessions are planned on meetup platform.
3. Poet’s Collective
Poet’s Collective has brought together poets of all ages and backgrounds under one roof. They have meetings once a month and celebrate the written and spoken word. Their latest additions in the club are the lyrical rebellions, heritage walk to various monuments that hold poetic relevance and Mai Shayar Nai Hoon. Join the club now take some time out for your creative side.
4. Kavishala
If you are a poet and you know it – Kavishala is the place for you! Having a collection of poets from all over the languages their objective is to give out the best. Kavishala organizes poetry session, poetry discussions, poetry workshops you can even write for their website. It’s time to spread the charm of words, humor all in together and for once give a try to your inner talent here.
Where: 35, Sector 41, Gurgaon, Haryana
Contact: 098211 65882
5. Delhiwallah Poetry
Calling all poets and poetry lovers, Delhiwallah Poetry is the place to be at! For all the soulful, love poems, sad and happy poems you write you should join this group. The venue is not fixed and is usually discussed on meetup. If you’re looking to indulge in a poetic world then you have to be a part of this group. Join them for a cup of coffee and dose of poetry RN!
6. Poetry Darbaar
Poetry Darbaar is a space for everyone who loves to hear, recite, write and even dream in Poems. It provides a free art space to poets of all age groups to perform and learn. And if you are a budding poet, this is just the place for you. With this group, you can witness an extraordinary sight where a 10-year-old performs with a 70-year-old! Interesting right? If this excites you, then you should definitely join this club.
7. Poet’s Mic
Poet’s Mic gives you a chance to explore your rhythm and rhymes. The discussions, workshops and sessions are organized through meetup, usually at coffee shops. It’s totally a whole new experience that is a blend of poetry, laughter, and philosophy. They organize poetry sessions once a month and the venue of the meetup can be checked through their social media.
Contact: 096115 00533
People, let us know in the comments below if your inner shayar has already joined any of these!
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