Gothic Poetry by Candlelight

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Gothic Poetry by Candlelight, is a stunning new show from leading London poet Alice Benson. This one-hour performance promises a Gothic journey yet with many varied themes explored.

The show is a masterful blend of original spoken word and evocative music, exploring the essential dance between darkness and light. Alice is an award-winning published author (Funny and Uplifting Tales), actress, West End dancer, and comedian (winner ITV’s Take the Mic) and has recently been awarded Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA).

Alice’s poems celebrate the characters that slip through the cracks of society: a Victorian prostitute, a street dweller, a care home resident with a secret. Themes include mental health struggles, mindfulness, nature and even some saucy comedy.

Descended from writers E.F. Benson and Fredrich von Schiller, Alice masterfully weaves tales of shadow and light, offering a performance that is both hauntingly beautiful and profoundly moving. Don't miss this journey into the lyrical dark. For one hour, escape the modern world and enter a space of Gothic flickering shadows by candlelight, and powerful words and emotions.

Book your tickets now for a truly unique theatrical experience. Alice's performances include BBC Radio London, Edinburgh Festival, Brighton Festival, Harrow Arts Centre, The Comedy Store Manchester."
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