Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Norwich Arts Center Open Mice Presents Charlie Chase

The Norwich Arts Center's January open mic is this Wednesday at 6:30 pm in the Donald L. Oat theater on the third floor of the Norwich Arts Center, 62 Broadway, Norwich.  Artists from all genres and all degrees of experience are invited to participate.

This month's feature is poet Charlie Chase.  Author of two full-length poetry books and two chapbooks, Charlie has been active on the CT Poetry scene for many years.  He has been a long-time member of several poetry groups and is the former president of the Middletown chapter of the Connecticut Poetry Society.  He has edited two poetry anthologies, run writers retreats and countless other poetry events.  With Faith Vicinanza, Charlie brought Slam Poetry to CT in the early 90's, setting up numerous slam venues across the state.  He has presented his poetry throughout CT, as well as in Providence, Boston, New York, Chicago and San Francisco where he competed in the Slam Nationals as a member of CT's first slam poetry team.  His poetry has also appeared in numerous journals and anthologies.  Charlie is currently President of the Norwich Arts Center and runs its open mic program.

Please join us to watch or participate -- it's always a fun night.  This is a free event, though donations are gratefully accepted.  Bring your own or buy refreshments at the concession.

Please note: the NAC open mic has moved permanently to the second Wednesday of each month.
 

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