Joe Patti published a wonder morsel today at ArtsHacker that focuses on a poem by Denise Levertov, “The Secret.” I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t take enough time to read poetry so crossing paths with Levertov’s poem via Patti’s post is the stuff that inspires gratitude. Patti says the poem “addresses so many of the anxieties and hang ups that both artists and potential audiences have about art” and there’s something cathartic about reveling in the beauty of concise prose.
So take a quick moment out of your day and leave the discouraging headlines from current events behind, even if for just a moment, and find some joy in the fascination patrons can experience by way of performing art.