#024 - How to Perform Poetry Like a Pro (Spoken Word & Slam Tips)

Learn how to improve your poetry performances with proven techniques for spoken word poetry, slam poetry, and performance poetry. Whether you're preparing for your first poetry slam or refining your stage presence, this guide covers essential poetry performance tips to captivate any audience.In this video, you'll discover:- Voice control and projection techniques for powerful delivery- Body language and stage presence strategies- How to connect emotionally with your audience through performance poetry- Timing and pacing methods used by professional slam poets- Common performance mistakes and how to avoid them- Perfect for beginners and experienced poets looking to elevate their spoken word poetry skills.👉 Join our FREE poetry community: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signupOTHER MENTIONS:How Words Change Your Brain by Mark Waldman - https://amzn.to/3XMXG2U California Poet Laureate, Dana Gioia - @DanaGioiaPoet Birmingham Poet Laureate, Jasmine Gardosi - @jasminegardosi5190 Footage of Dana Gioia originally published on David Perrel's channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvfLmbHkBV4 FOLLOW FOR MORE:👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall📸 Nathan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanhassallpoetry/🌀 The Poetry Vessel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepoetryvessel📧 Business inquiries: thepoetryvessel@gmail.com🎥 THE FILM GEAR WE USE: https://shorturl.at/j9MTW📚 RECOMMENDED READING: https://shorturl.at/SOYRP🙏 ONLINE TIP JAR: https://www.nathanhassall.com/support-our-journey 0:00 – Why Most Poetry Readings Feel Boring0:18 – Bad Poetry vs Bad Singing (Dana Gioia’s Insight)0:40 – Stage Nerves, Confidence & Cringe0:53 – Welcome to Master Your Craft: Performance Edition1:25 – What Matters More: The Words or the Delivery?1:49 – How Melodic Delivery Can “Save” a Poem2:42 – Neuroscience & Poetic Speaking (Course Connection)3:00 – Make Your Voice Feel Alive, Not Like a Textbook3:41 – Reading vs Reciting: Stop Flattening Your Poems4:34 – When You Want Confidence but Only Feel Nerves5:06 – How to Perform Your Poem5:40 – Don’t Just Read in Your Head: Practice Out Loud6:27 – Acting Tricks: Move, Sing, Walk Your Poem7:01 – Memorization, “Off by Heart,” and Avoiding Melodrama8:09 – The Golden Rule of Performance: Slow, Loud, Clear8:44 – Silence, Pauses & Letting Images Land9:22 – Why Nervous Poets Rush (And How to Slow Down)10:17 – Stop Apologizing Before You Read11:12 – Nathan’s Journey From Shy Poet to Confident Performer13:00 – How to Support Nervous Poets as an Audience14:21 – Handling Mistakes on Stage Without Melting Down15:15 – Learning From the Best Slam Poets17:12 – Teaser: How Poetry Changes Your Brain18:01 – Your Brain Is Hardwired for Poetry & Rhythm19:15 – Course Invite: Become a Better Poetic Speaker & Listener19:36 – Outro & Next Steps in the Master Your Craft Series—FTC DISCLAIMER:Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!PODCAST DISCLAIMER:The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. All photos and images have been included with the permission of the guest and anonymous clients. This podcast is an opinion-driven program, and all statements and discussions are made with the understanding that they are subjective and may not reflect objective facts or truths. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast.