Ida Barr's Drop the Mic Poetry Night

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Event Ida Barr's Drop the Mic Poetry Night
Venue Mahogany Bar, London, England
First Date 13 June 2016
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Description Poetry and rhyme was an integral part of Victorian Music Hall. Often performers would use poetry or song lyrics as social commentary, informing audiences on current events and political issues of the day - a precursor to social media, in a way. Who better, then, than Faded Music Hall Star, Ida Barr, to preside over this evening of poetry recitals?
Description Source Website
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Cabaret
Comic Song
Cross-Dress
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Christopher Green Performer Ida Barr
Greta Bellamacina Poet
Robert Montgomery Poet
Production Nationality Scotland
Further Information Ida Barr is the creation of Olivier-award winner Christopher Green also known for BBC Radio 4 favourite Tina C. Ida has graced stages at the National Theatre, Tates Modern and Britain and the Barbican, as well as livening up many a variety and comedy night around the globe. She’s appeared in her own series, Artificial Hip Hop, on BBC Radio 4 with special guest, the beatboxer known as Shlomo.
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Web
Event Identifier 129233