performance poetry

Performance Poetry is poetry out loud; poems brought from the page to the stage.

Wave's Of Devotion
In the stillness of the dawn’s embrace, A heart beats softly, seeking grace. The world spins on with reckless might, But in this silence, I find my light. Each wave that crashes on the shore, Whispers of love, forevermore. A steady rhythm, a tender sound, The pulse of life where souls are bound. Through valleys deep, through mountains tall, The sacred path I walk, I call. No grand acclaim, no worldly crown, Only devotion, my soul’s renown. I give myself to winds that roam, To fleeting clouds, to earth, to home. In every breath, in every prayer, I find my peace, I find my share. The stars above, they softly speak, Of endless love, so vast, so meek. Through all the storms, through all the strife, I carry within the quiet of life. With every wave, a new resolve, To let my soul in faith evolve. The tides may rise, the winds may howl, Yet in devotion, I’ll stay whole. A song unspoken, a vow untold, A story written in the fold Of time itself, a sacred space, Where love and devotion find their place.
By zulfi bux2 years ago in Poets
The Heart's Whisper
In the stillness where the shadows fall, A whisper stirs the quiet air, It travels softly, yet stands tall, A murmur meant for those who care. It speaks of love that never dies, Of dreams that pulse beneath the skin, Of timeless truths that fill the skies, A song the soul will always spin. The heart, it listens in the dark, To echoes from a distant shore, A tender flicker, like a spark, A secret the world can’t ignore. The path is veiled in mist and song, Where fleeting moments seem to stay, Yet still the heart beats firm and strong, Guiding the lost along the way. Each whisper, gentle as the breeze, Carries the weight of what’s unseen, It hums through nights, through ancient trees, A quiet hymn in places serene. So when the world becomes too loud, And silence feels too far away, Listen closely, soft and proud, For the heart’s whisper will always stay. It asks for nothing but to be, A steady pulse inside the chest, A quiet promise, clear and free, That love, in truth, will always rest.
By zulfi bux2 years ago in Poets
A Modern Adaptation of "First They Came For..."
First they came for women's rights... And you did not vote to save them, for you thought other women do it. Next they came for trans people's rights...
By CT Idlehouse2 years ago in Poets
Autumn Falls
Autumn leaves...lovely. A Fall of Beauty. Rise beast Harvest of doom looms!
By Antoni De'Leon2 years ago in Poets
Guarding the Horizon: A Soldier’s Vow at Sea
A Soldier’s Oath at Sea For the Motherland, Forever Free Amidst the waves and sky so vast, A soldier stands, his heart steadfast.
By mureed hussain2 years ago in Poets
Barren Forefathers
How empty, the restplace of our forefathers; How barren the very concepts that define them, these ancestors from times long past, yet here they were, living lives as complete as yours, with worries and silly dreams, loves tearing them apart and goals far out of reach; yet here they are, remains of remains, not scattered in the wind nay but stuck in place, as they lived their frantic little lives, of perils and passing bliss, rotting idly beneath the monolith of death, immortalizing the birth and demise of some whatever? Some frantic monkey, running in circle, mediocre, forgettable, nothingness, Goodbye!
By YonathanJ - Writer2 years ago in Poets
Parasites
Parasites infecting my brain Crushing my soul Causing my heart to strain Making my eyes roll Parasites Crawling everywhere
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
Let Freedom RING!
Dawn's early light glimmers over the horizon We gather, our hearts hopeful and minds clear. Election day. Win or lose, we must not fear.
By Antoni De'Leon2 years ago in Poets
Mute
I'm mute, unable to open my lips and let the flood roar. It doesn't stop the waves crashing against my teeth, Doesn't eliminate the tide pulling my wishes to the tip
By Silver Daux2 years ago in Poets
30 Funniest Retirement Quotes to Make You Laugh into the Next Chapter. AI-Generated.
When it comes to celebrating retirement, there’s nothing like sharing the funniest retirement quotes to lighten the mood and make everyone laugh. Funny retirement quotes not only bring humor but also highlight the joy and freedom that come with saying goodbye to the daily grind. From quirky to humorous retirement quotes, these sayings capture the lighter side of this milestone. Here are 30 hilarious retirement quotes to make you smile as you embrace this exciting, relaxed phase of life.
By Owais Ahmed2 years ago in Poets
What is a Friend?
What is a Friend? In the tapestry of life, threads interlace, A bond beyond words, a warm embrace. A friend is a mirror, reflecting the soul, In laughter and sorrow, they make us whole. Through storms of despair and moments of cheer, They walk by our side, always near. In silence, they listen, with hearts open wide, A shoulder to lean on, a trusted guide. With secrets shared under starlit skies, Their presence brings comfort, like the sun's rise. In joy, they celebrate, in pain, they console, A friend is a treasure, a heart's true goal. Through the ups and downs, the twists of fate, A friend is the love that will never abate. In the journey of life, hand in hand we stand, For in the embrace of friendship, we find our true land. So cherish the moments, both big and small, For a friend is a blessing, the greatest gift of all. In the garden of life, they bloom and they grow, A bond that is timeless, in our hearts, they glow.
By Dipak Pawar2 years ago in Poets
From Zero To Hero
From the depths of shadows, I began to rise, A spark in the darkness, a flame in disguise. Struggling, stumbling, through endless night, I fought my way toward the faintest light. In the world’s eyes, I was nothing at all, A whisper of hope, too fragile, too small. But fire grew fierce beneath bruised skin, A silent promise to never give in. They said I’d break, I’d falter, I’d fall, But deep in my chest, a voice called, Unseen battles, scars none could trace, Marked each step of my quiet embrace. Through storms that threatened to tear me down, I wore my pain like a thorned crown. Each loss, each failure, a lesson to learn, With every wound, I found strength to return. In shadows deep, I found my way, Turned doubts to ashes, kept fear at bay. And now, they see what I always knew— That heroes are built in struggle, too. From zero to hero, step by step, A journey of courage, no regrets kept. For in the end, I became my own flame, A heart on fire, untamed, unchained.
By zulfi bux2 years ago in Poets