Quote by Roger McGough

If I do a poetry reading I want people to walk out and say they feel better for having been there - not because you've done a comedy performance but because you're talking about your father dying or having young children, things that touch your soul.

If I do a poetry reading I want people to walk out and say t

Summary

This quote emphasizes the healing power of poetry. The speaker desires to create an emotional impact on the audience by sharing deeply personal and relatable experiences such as the death of a loved one or the joys and challenges of raising children. Instead of aiming for comedic effect, the goal is for the listeners to leave the poetry reading feeling uplifted, comforted, and emotionally connected. By touching upon universal themes that resonate with the soul, the speaker hopes to offer solace and a sense of shared humanity to those who attend the event.

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By Roger McGough

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