Join much-loved local poet and publisher Philip Rush on this six-part Dialect course and use the principle of shuhari to learn the art of poetic form.

Shu is learn the rules; ha is break the rules; ri is transcend the rules.

Participants will learn how to write a sonnet as a foundational form, moving on to blank verse, the stanza, terza rima, troubadour forms and short poems. Participants will create new work and engage critically and constructively with others.

A great opportunity to learn from a true master.

VENUE

We will convene at the Sub Rooms in the centre of Stroud - a hub for creativity and joy conveniently located a stone’s throw from the train station and with parking close by. We’re thrilled to be part of the Subs’ innovative programme of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, spoken word, exhibitions and workshops. It is a vibrant public space that enables everyone to come together to form a community.

DATES

The course will take place at the Sub Rooms, Stroud on Mondays throughout the autumn term:

September 13th, 27th

October 11th

November 8th, 22nd

December 6th

COST

£215 for the whole term (12 weeks). Book via The Sub Rooms here.

Please note that this course is payable in instalments - see the Sub Rooms event page.

Full and partial bursaries are available for this course. Apply here.