Summer Poetry

At Long Wharf Theatre

NEW HAVEN — Long Wharf Theatre Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Michael Stotts have announced a new four-part series of poetry readings, “Ghostlight: Poetry for a Dark Stage,” taking place at the theater this month.

The brand-new series celebrates the region’s leading poets and spoken word artists. Original work will be presented every Monday evening, beginning on August 8 with guest reader Elizabeth Thomas

The series will continue with Ravi Shankar on August 15), Ngoma on August 22), and Charles Rafferty on August 29.  Following a question and answer session with the featured artist, the stage will be set for the audience to share a favorite poem or original work in an open mic format.

Doors open at 7 pm, with opening performances beginning at 7:30 in Long Wharf Theatre’s rehearsal hall, located above Stage II (222 Sargent Drive; off I-95 Exit 46).

General admission tickets are $5, with students admitted for $3 with ID. Tickets will only be sold at the door.

There is plenty of free parking available in the theater’s lot.

For directions and additional information, visit LongWharf.org or call 203-787-4282.