#maui poet
ʻŌiwi poet, Maui native has first book published
The Waiʻehu, Maui native’s first book of poetry is based on her dissertation which explores how aloha is possible in the face of colonization and sexual violence. Written primarily in English, Revilla’s 141-page poetry collection also features ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian language), which at times, better expresses some of her deepest thoughts and feelings.
Merwin Conservancy Presents US Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith
Smith was appointed the 22nd United States Poet Laureate and is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir Ordinary Light (Knopf, 2015) and three books of poetry.
Merwin’s Green Room to Host ‘English Patient’ Author
The Merwin Conservancy will present Michael Ondaatje in the Green Room at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s McCoy Studio on Saturday, June 25, starting at 7 p.m.
Merwin Conservancy Presents Award-Winning Poet April 2
The Merwin Conservancy will kick off National Poetry Month by welcoming award-winning Poet Jane Hirshfield to speak at the next installment of The Green Room Saturday, April 2, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center; doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
