Good news!
After my poetry debut at Lorelei in 2020, I will return to Lorelei this year.
I’ll perform at the 23rd and 27th of August. 2022.
Poetry at Lorelei 2022
Poetry Festival Haarlem 2022
A successful festival
For those who were not there and for those who were there and want to reminisce…
Below you find my poem, which is published in the poetry collection Vicit, Vim, Virtus. The English translation you can find below the photo.
Vicit, Vim, Virtus is a publication of the Haarlemse Dichtlijn, published on the occasion of the annual Poetry Festival, on Ascension Day.
The bundle is for sale during events of the Haarlemse Dichtlijn. More information and the agenda for future events can be found at: https://haarlemsedichtlijn.nl/
On the front-cover we find the specially designed illustration by Ben Imhoff.
Overall Design by Lizeanne Voorhout.
I finally got there,
the journey has been long
Clarity and Consciousness as companions
can burn and shatter
Ask Icarus, he knows all about it…
Can clarify reality
so that beauty becomes visible
experience after experience
life after life
cycle after cycle
Words can cut
like knives in hearts
Words can connect
like a boat two shores
Words can love
like roses, velvety soft
Words can remind
of what you really are
Experience remains Master
Wisdom the insight
Are you ready for it?
© Zatarra Rafaël, 2022
Vicit, Vim, Virtus
courage has overcome violence
Performing Poetry, OBA, Open Stage
A year later than the original planning, it finally will happen.
On June 25, 2022 I will return to the Open Stage in the Central Public Library at the Oosterdok in Amsterdam (OBA). We will start at 2 pm. I’m really looking forward to it and would love to meet you!
Entrance is free, you can order the free tickets from the OBA via the link below: Please note: this event is in Dutch.
Poetry Festival, Ascension Day in Haarlem
Open Stage for Poetry, Amsterdam.
Open Stage Bourtange
On June 17, 2021, a new stage was born, the Open Stage Bourtange.
Where I performed in a natural setting, the Silent Poem for the 3rd time.
The Silent Poem has a number of recurring elements, but is mainly formed in the moment and continuous to evolve. This time, there wasn’t only a dynamic between me and the audience, nature also contributed. Fluttering dancing butterflies and a beautiful lily pond formed a magical backdrop.
After evaluation of the organization and audience, it’s almost certain, the Open Stage Bourtange will see a 2nd edition.
Great Poetry News!
After some cancellations, finally I have good news to share!
Upcoming Friday June 18th, I’ll perform my poetry at ‘t Kleverhuis in Haarlem, starting at 4 pm. Language is Dutch.
Safe your space at the arena fast, as seats are very limited.
You can order your free ticket by Lieneke,
For more information:
https://www.facebook.com/HaarlemseDichtlijn/photos/a.683096691719394/4609943009034723/
Address:
Maerten van Heemskerckstraat 69a in Haarlem Noord
It’s a beautiful city-park-walk from approximate 10 minutes from Haarlem Central Station.
Performance Open Stage
Saturday June 26th, 2021 at the Central OBA (Library),Amsterdam.
I’ll perform my poetry at the Open Stage for Poetry, when Corona allows it to take place.
So mark the date in your agenda, I’ll love to meet you. More information will follow in June.
Due to Corona, the Open Stage for Poetry of June 2021 at the OBA Library in Amsterdam, is canceled.
Hopefully we can meet each other this fall at the OBA.
I’ll keep your posted here.
In Memory of MH17
Consciously aware
the wounds are still here,
are still fresh and warm,
awaiting for enlightenment …
Consciously aware
Sitting here
bewust te zijn
feeling the heat
of the still steaming wounds
in my face.
