For poetry lovers
As a means of bringing joy and creativity into homes during these uncertain times, the Rose has today announced their latest initiative, ‘Readings from the Rose’.
Stars from the world of stage and screen have come together to read their favourite poems for Reading from the Rose – a new initiative designed to shine a little light in these dark times.
Actors including Adjoa Andoh, Arthur Darvill, Christopher Eccleston, Jane Asher and Paterson Joseph are among several actors and creatives who have filmed themselves reading from the works of a diverse group of poets that includes AA Milne, John Cooper Clarke and of course, William Shakespeare. In addition, there will also be a special reading from members of the Rose Participate community.
These readings can be viewed by anyone completely free of charge on the Rose’s website and social media channels.
Christopher Haydon, Artistic Director at the Rose said: “I’m delighted that we are able to launch ‘Readings from the Rose’. We have a wealth of talent lined up so that audiences can enjoy a daily dose of culture and I want to say a massive thank you to all those who have taken part so far. We will get through this and look forward to sharing even more diverse and stimulating work on the other side.”
The first poem in the series, released today is In Spite of War by Angela Morgan, read by television presenter and Rose Board member Angellica Bell.
Speaking about the project, Angellica said: “I’ve been working with the Rose for about a year now and I love it. It’s an incredible venue with wonderfully dedicated staff. The Readings from the Rose initiative is simply beautiful. I feel passionately that everyone, no matter who they are, should have access to the arts. I hope that some of the wonderful words shared over the coming weeks serves to inspire creativity whilst we are all cooped up inside.”
