Once upon a time, in a faraway land, there lived a young girl named Cinderella. She was kind, gentle, and had a heart full of dreams. However, her life was not as magical as the fairy tales she loved. Cinderella lived with her wicked stepmother and two mean stepsisters who treated her like a servant. Despite her circumstances, Cinderella remained hopeful. She believed that one day, her dreams would come true.
They have taught poetry and (Soma)tic poetry rituals to poets, dancers, and visual artists. They have taught the last two spring semesters at Columbia University in New York City. They teach regularly at Naropa University, Evergreen State College, Pratt Institute, Sarah Lawrence, Sandberg Art Institute in Amsterdam, and the OSU creative writing program in Oregon. They have also been a visiting writer at Brown, Bard, Bennington, CalArts, Pomona, University of Chicago, Iowa Writers Workshop, University of Wyoming, and others. They have given lectures on Ecopoetics and Occult Poetics at KW Museum in Berlin, Contemporary Art Center in Vilnius, Zurich University of the Arts, Kunstverein in Dusseldorf, 21er Haus in Vienna, Bergen Academy of Art, University of Glasgow, and others.
We will discuss how occult and paranormal experiences and practices of poets in the past shaped their praxis and changed the world of poetry, and in some cases even saved lives. In class we will question whether the cards themselves are portals to psychological forces or living gods; is Last Call just fiction, or does it say something about how real practitioners engage with Tarot cards.
She believed that one day, her dreams would come true. One evening, an invitation arrived at Cinderella's doorstep -- the royal ball. It was an evening where the prince would choose his bride.
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We will discuss how occult and paranormal experiences and practices of poets in the past shaped their praxis and changed the world of poetry, and in some cases even saved lives. We will read and discuss the occult poetics of Hannah Weiner, Jack Spicer, Robert Desnos, and others. We will also build (Soma)tic poetry rituals as well as collectively build personalized rituals for each participant in the workshop. CA will have follow-up contact with each student after the workshop to discuss the progress of their rituals and writing.
Biography
CAConrad is the author of 9 books of poetry and essays, the latest is titled While Standing in Line for Death (Wave Books, 2017). A recipient of a Pew Fellowship in the Arts for Literature, they also received The Believer Magazine Book Award and The Gil Ott Book Award. CA is currently working on a (Soma)tic poetry ritual titled, "Resurrect Extinct Vibration," which investigates effects the vibrational absence of recently extinct species has on the body of the poet and the poems. They teach regularly at the Sandberg Art Institute in Amsterdam and their books, essays, films, interviews, rituals and other publications can be found online at http://bit.ly/88CAConrad
They have taught poetry and (Soma)tic poetry rituals to poets, dancers, and visual artists. They have taught the last two spring semesters at Columbia University in New York City. They teach regularly at Naropa University, Evergreen State College, Pratt Institute, Sarah Lawrence, Sandberg Art Institute in Amsterdam, and the OSU creative writing program in Oregon. They have also been a visiting writer at Brown, Bard, Bennington, CalArts, Pomona, University of Chicago, Iowa Writers Workshop, University of Wyoming, and others. They have given lectures on Ecopoetics and Occult Poetics at KW Museum in Berlin, Contemporary Art Center in Vilnius, Zurich University of the Arts, Kunstverein in Dusseldorf, 21er Haus in Vienna, Bergen Academy of Art, University of Glasgow, and others.
We will discuss how occult and paranormal experiences and practices of poets in the past shaped their praxis and changed the world of poetry, and in some cases even saved lives. We will read and discuss the occult poetics of Hannah Weiner, Jack Spicer, Robert Desnos, and others. We will also build (Soma)tic poetry rituals as well as collectively build personalized rituals for each participant in the workshop. CA will have follow-up contact with each student after the workshop to discuss the progress of their rituals and writing.
Cinderella was overjoyed but quickly brought back down to reality when her stepmother forbade her from attending. Feeling heartbroken, Cinderella sought solace in the garden. Suddenly, a shimmering figure appeared before her. It was her fairy godmother, who had heard her desperate pleas. The fairy godmother waved her wand and transformed Cinderella's rags into a beautiful gown, complete with glass slippers. Cinderella could hardly believe her eyes. However, the fairy godmother warned Cinderella that the magic would only last until midnight. If she didn't leave the ball before the clock struck twelve, her beautiful gown would turn back into rags. Excitement filled Cinderella's heart as she entered the royal ball. She felt like a princess, dancing gracefully with the prince and capturing everyone's attention. But as the minutes ticked away, the clock reminded Cinderella of the looming deadline. Panic set in as she realized she had to leave the ballroom immediately. In her haste, Cinderella tripped, and one of her glass slippers fell off. She didn't have the time to retrieve it and ran barefoot towards the exit. As Cinderella reached the gardens, her gown began to turn back into rags, leaving her once again in tattered clothes. The magical evening was over, and she was left with a single glass slipper as a reminder of the enchantment that had briefly adorned her life. Days went by, and the prince could not forget the mysterious girl who had captivated his heart. He decided to find her, using the lost slipper as a clue. The prince traveled from house to house, asking every maiden to try on the slipper. Finally, the prince arrived at Cinderella's home, where the wicked stepsisters unsuccessfully tried to fit into the slipper. Cinderella watched from afar, knowing that it was her slipper. With trepidation, she approached the prince, who immediately recognized her. Their love story had begun that magical night at the ball, and despite the adversity, Cinderella was finally reunited with her prince. The midnight spell had brought them together, proving that dreams can come true. This timeless tale teaches us the power of hope and perseverance. Cinderella's belief in a better future and her courage to attend the ball led her to find love and happiness. The midnight spell symbolizes the fleeting nature of opportunity and the importance of seizing the moment. In the end, Cinderella's midnight spell serves as a reminder that even the most impossible dreams can come true with a little bit of magic and a lot of belief in oneself..
Reviews for "Exploring the Duality of Light and Darkness in Cinderella's Midnight Spell"
- John - 2 stars - I found "Midnight Spell on Cinderella" to be quite disappointing. The storyline felt cliché and predictable, following the usual trope of a poor girl finding her prince charming. The characters lacked depth and the dialogue was flat and uninteresting. Overall, I expected more originality and a stronger plot from this book.
- Sarah - 3 stars - Although "Midnight Spell on Cinderella" had some moments of charm, I couldn't help but feel underwhelmed by the overall execution. The pacing was slow, and the story failed to capture my attention. Additionally, the romantic relationship between the main characters felt forced and lacked chemistry. While it had its moments, the book failed to leave a lasting impression on me.
- Emily - 2 stars - I was hoping for a fresh and modern take on the classic Cinderella story, but unfortunately, "Midnight Spell on Cinderella" fell flat for me. The writing style was dull and lacked excitement, and the characters felt one-dimensional. The plot lacked depth and failed to offer any surprises or twists. Overall, I found the book to be unremarkable and forgettable.
- David - 2 stars - "Midnight Spell on Cinderella" was a disappointment for me. The plot felt overly simplistic and lacked originality. The characters were stereotypical and lacked development, making it hard to connect with them on any level. The writing style was mediocre at best, with overly descriptive passages that seemed unnecessary. Overall, I struggled to find any redeeming qualities in this book and would not recommend it.