Dramatic Roots
by Ren PowellDramatic Roots
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"The purpose of playing... is to hold, as 'twere, the mirror up to nature." - Shakespeare. In our hands, Nature becomes Poetry; Poetry becomes forms of playwrighting. Perspectives, poems, dialogues, and writing exercises.
Free Subscription Benefits
- 2 weekly emails: a poem and an essay. Occasional "Show Notes".
Paid Subcription Benefits
- I've decided not to paywall my work.
- All financial support gives me time to write & expands the scope of my projects—supporting actors, designers, editors, etc.
Paid Subscription Plans
- $40 a year
- $5 a month
About Ren Powell
Poet | Playwright | Teaching Artist (PhD). 🍊 Poetry Editor, Orange Blossom Review. Native SoCal, now Nowegian 🌎.
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