1 November 2012: Embassy and A B Series presents Performing Artist and Poet John Giorno
Performing artist and poet John Giorno will be taking part in a dynamic poetry experience as part of this season's A B Series on November 7th. The presentation, co-sponsored by the U.S. Embassy Ottawa, is an opportunity for the public to see some of Giorno's celebrated work in his first-ever appearance in Ottawa.
Giorno is known for organizing a number of multimedia poetry experiments and events, including Dial-A-Poem.
He was also the subject of Andy Warhol's 1963 film Sleep. More recently, Giorno founded the not-for-profit production company Giorno Poetry Systems in New York City.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 7th, 2012
WHERE: National Arts Centre, 4th stage (53 Elgin St)
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
Special guests Ian Keteku, Brandon Wint, and John Sobol will also be participating in the performance.
More information is available at www.abseries.org. Tickets can be purchased through the National Arts Centre Box Office.
Brought to you with the support of:
- United States Embassy in Ottawa
- City of Ottawa
- Ontario Arts Council
- National Arts Centre
Press Contacts
Max Middle, Director
A B Series
(613) 809-0130
director@abseries.org
Jennifer Young, Media Assistant
U.S. Embassy, Ottawa
(613) 688-5315
youngjm1@state.gov