THE POETRY COURT
"WORLD POETRY DAY"
21st March 2015
AN INTERVIEW WITH ONE OF THE FINEST ESSAYIST IN SOUTH AFRICA, LOVER/POETRY PROMOTER - NOLEEN UTTERANCE DESIREE TITUS
"WORLD POETRY DAY"
21st March 2015
AN INTERVIEW WITH ONE OF THE FINEST ESSAYIST IN SOUTH AFRICA, LOVER/POETRY PROMOTER - NOLEEN UTTERANCE DESIREE TITUS
An insight into the literary world of a Working Mother and Lover of Poetry in South Africa who joined the moving train with other Literary icons to make sure that POETRY gets to it Apex.
Noleen Utterance Desiree Titus was also awarded by WRR POETRY AWARDS
as Poetry Mother of Nigeria, 2013 and Queen of Literature as nominated
by various votes in the Creative Writers Association of Nigeria 2014. So let's get to meet her.
ThePoetryCourt: Lets meet you
I am a South-African,
a Motivational and Inspirational Speaker. Called by
many as Motivational Poetess. Lover of poetry and interacting and
passing opinion on threads. Gaining respect of fellow Poets and trust
gain in immeasurable manner. Being an Essayist in spreading mostly Gods
Word plus everyday comical or serious manner on Facebook page. I think
after this you may add the Mother of Poetry and Queen Of Literate.
ThePoetryCourt: We saw that you love poetry, so how did you get to meet the art?
I have always been fascinated by words. Due to my upbeat home language I enjoyed wordplay. Joining WRR allowed me to see broader spectrum in Poetry. Being in connection of a chain is only as strong as its weakest link allow me to have it as playground in comment manner. Plus local Poets in SA and International in Holland, California, New York add variety. Just like music unite people. The same effect poetry has.
ThePoetryCourt: As you have known poetry for some time now, what role do you think that it should play in our society?
It needs to be displayed and marketed more in public. In order to hear the concerns, bad (worries) and good (celebrations).
ThePoetryCourt: Do you think that poetry can change a society, and how ?
Yes, I think it can. At times an elephant by you as worry might be an ant to another. You battle with issues on own while the other is sitting with solutions. Peoples feelings might also help those in various need with cry for help eg. Poverty stricken zones. By proving internships or jobs. Poets can run aware campaigns with community issues to uplift.
ThePoetryCourt: Do you have a major theme that runs through your mind when reading poetry, and what are they?
No, I keep an open mind and absorb myself into what the Poet write. Only then a theme or comparison or known event or occurrence kicks in.
The beauty of poetry is that no person think the same. Allowing different perspectives to surface. A Proffesor friend once said, as for me, I don't know of poetry but I enjoy you all scrutinizing the poems like Lawyers.
ThePoetryCourt: What do you think about "Page and Performance poems"?
There immense potential on this wonderful platform.
Signing up with the WWR College online will allow scope for more growth. I wish all Poets the best.
ThePoetryCourt: What poet do you love to read, and why?
Like my favourite Poet ? Poet Don (Akpoveta Don Veta Apovori). He is the Writer of the book Gorilla of the Niger Delta.
His mindset if steered towards combating Abuse in highest degree. Something I challenge as well in my various Facebook Abuse and Victors over Victims Group. Musing with him allowed to see the birth of the Short Film called 'Walked Away.' A film on Post traumatic Disorder. (PTSD). Various serious but meaningful poems has also seen the light of day due to our discussions.
ThePoetryCourt: What poet do you love to read, and why?
Too many to mention. In no specific order. Justice Clarke - His poems clear of his he is truly trying to overcome his hurt. His blaze in writing sensual honest poems. He shares his passion in ink without turning stones. Sheila Moseley (Poetic Thickness)- She a Warrior who survived much in life. She vocal about it and Minister to herself whilst doing it. Her sensual poem oozes sex appeal and freedom in field. Kukogho Iruesiri Samson- A front-runner in uplifting ANY Poet who knocks on his door. Putting endless hours in guiding Poets on our Words Rhymes And Rhythm (WRR page). He encourage, motivates while balancing the scale of his profession. His poems speak not only his life but others as well. He sharp and within seconds form potent lines. Zanele Tyutula - she is fun, energetic, playful writer carrying acros serious message. Usually connected with Bible background as support of her fumes. Clifford Benjamin Oppong - He a sincere honest writer boiling poems from his roots. Taking us down memory lane as his life unfold. He not shy of broadcasting traditions applied in his life. Singing praises where dues is due also don't take no backseat. Lizette Snyman - She hits politics and daily events that disturb, like a nail bashed by a hammer. He softer side allow pleasant flow of Womanhood in workplace and everyday life. Olanrewaju Tajudeem (Ola Writes) - His poetry reads easily. Its very pleasing to the eye. Neat and powerful. He usually writes from the heart, praising the Higher power. situations of how poverty affects man and political scenarios. Ita Fronman - She a Passionate writer and splendid artist. She covers a broad spectrum in her poetry. Her works hits home due to completely understanding. Jurgen Uiterdijk - He writes from his Spirit and are in tune with everyday. Romance he covers but in a decent and appealing way. Poets James Ademuyiwa, Adetimlehin VicAdex Inioluwa, Moses Chibueza Opara, Kunle Omope, Man Mac (Caveman Chronicles Inc), Jon Manuels Enekele, Temila Erah Olalusi, Alonzor Micheal Ikechukwe, Emmanuel Oluwaseun Dairo, Kolade Olanjewu Freedom... Are more than favourites. They are TOPS !!!
ThePoetryCourt: Do you see any improvement so far in the Nigerian reading culture, or they have not started reading at all?
Yes, the younger generation are reading and play writing more. For most vocabulary grow. Stanzas are stronger. Many Poets do not stick to one genre.
They change it according to their moods/events/ occurrence in life. Also many are applying fun play with words to make message less serious.#where need apply. Also known dialect in tribe surfacing with english words as footnotes in explaining. To act out with much passion and introduce it to local shool. Learners can be though after school if not part of their syllabus. Many youngsters has rich imagination. To nuture the seed of creating another world. It could be a dream guided towards reality.
The notion of think is Poet is poor. To dream richly will motivate. To make poetry fun by combining it with drama. Voice training , body and facial expressions will add to beter grooming for Open mic. Much more being motivated to write for prize money. Sir K offer a free online College which is a branch of WRR. It is highly educating. Poetry is mystery and a beauty on its own.
ThePoetryCourt: Have you ever imagine yourself writing poetry, or any other genre?
I write for fun. No structure or format just Spirited.
For I don't want to write out of fist and mislead the world. As Father God lead, I write. That's good enough for me, thank so much.
ThePoetryCourt: Is there anything that you don't like about poetry, and what are they?
I despise the manner people are killing one another in flesh. Also in manner of vocabulary. Degrading one another is destructive. All race and creed is made by God, I think. For we all made by God and in His own imagine. Why can't we just live together as one ?
Greed, selfishness, pride is the top problems.
#HateSpeech in Poetry is my end of death.
ThePoetryCourt: Thanks for being with us, hope we can get your attention some other time?
ThePoetryCourt: We saw that you love poetry, so how did you get to meet the art?
I have always been fascinated by words. Due to my upbeat home language I enjoyed wordplay. Joining WRR allowed me to see broader spectrum in Poetry. Being in connection of a chain is only as strong as its weakest link allow me to have it as playground in comment manner. Plus local Poets in SA and International in Holland, California, New York add variety. Just like music unite people. The same effect poetry has.
ThePoetryCourt: As you have known poetry for some time now, what role do you think that it should play in our society?
It needs to be displayed and marketed more in public. In order to hear the concerns, bad (worries) and good (celebrations).
ThePoetryCourt: Do you think that poetry can change a society, and how ?
Yes, I think it can. At times an elephant by you as worry might be an ant to another. You battle with issues on own while the other is sitting with solutions. Peoples feelings might also help those in various need with cry for help eg. Poverty stricken zones. By proving internships or jobs. Poets can run aware campaigns with community issues to uplift.
ThePoetryCourt: Do you have a major theme that runs through your mind when reading poetry, and what are they?
No, I keep an open mind and absorb myself into what the Poet write. Only then a theme or comparison or known event or occurrence kicks in.
The beauty of poetry is that no person think the same. Allowing different perspectives to surface. A Proffesor friend once said, as for me, I don't know of poetry but I enjoy you all scrutinizing the poems like Lawyers.
ThePoetryCourt: What do you think about "Page and Performance poems"?
There immense potential on this wonderful platform.
Signing up with the WWR College online will allow scope for more growth. I wish all Poets the best.
ThePoetryCourt: What poet do you love to read, and why?
Like my favourite Poet ? Poet Don (Akpoveta Don Veta Apovori). He is the Writer of the book Gorilla of the Niger Delta.
His mindset if steered towards combating Abuse in highest degree. Something I challenge as well in my various Facebook Abuse and Victors over Victims Group. Musing with him allowed to see the birth of the Short Film called 'Walked Away.' A film on Post traumatic Disorder. (PTSD). Various serious but meaningful poems has also seen the light of day due to our discussions.
ThePoetryCourt: What poet do you love to read, and why?
Too many to mention. In no specific order. Justice Clarke - His poems clear of his he is truly trying to overcome his hurt. His blaze in writing sensual honest poems. He shares his passion in ink without turning stones. Sheila Moseley (Poetic Thickness)- She a Warrior who survived much in life. She vocal about it and Minister to herself whilst doing it. Her sensual poem oozes sex appeal and freedom in field. Kukogho Iruesiri Samson- A front-runner in uplifting ANY Poet who knocks on his door. Putting endless hours in guiding Poets on our Words Rhymes And Rhythm (WRR page). He encourage, motivates while balancing the scale of his profession. His poems speak not only his life but others as well. He sharp and within seconds form potent lines. Zanele Tyutula - she is fun, energetic, playful writer carrying acros serious message. Usually connected with Bible background as support of her fumes. Clifford Benjamin Oppong - He a sincere honest writer boiling poems from his roots. Taking us down memory lane as his life unfold. He not shy of broadcasting traditions applied in his life. Singing praises where dues is due also don't take no backseat. Lizette Snyman - She hits politics and daily events that disturb, like a nail bashed by a hammer. He softer side allow pleasant flow of Womanhood in workplace and everyday life. Olanrewaju Tajudeem (Ola Writes) - His poetry reads easily. Its very pleasing to the eye. Neat and powerful. He usually writes from the heart, praising the Higher power. situations of how poverty affects man and political scenarios. Ita Fronman - She a Passionate writer and splendid artist. She covers a broad spectrum in her poetry. Her works hits home due to completely understanding. Jurgen Uiterdijk - He writes from his Spirit and are in tune with everyday. Romance he covers but in a decent and appealing way. Poets James Ademuyiwa, Adetimlehin VicAdex Inioluwa, Moses Chibueza Opara, Kunle Omope, Man Mac (Caveman Chronicles Inc), Jon Manuels Enekele, Temila Erah Olalusi, Alonzor Micheal Ikechukwe, Emmanuel Oluwaseun Dairo, Kolade Olanjewu Freedom... Are more than favourites. They are TOPS !!!
ThePoetryCourt: Do you see any improvement so far in the Nigerian reading culture, or they have not started reading at all?
Yes, the younger generation are reading and play writing more. For most vocabulary grow. Stanzas are stronger. Many Poets do not stick to one genre.
They change it according to their moods/events/ occurrence in life. Also many are applying fun play with words to make message less serious.#where need apply. Also known dialect in tribe surfacing with english words as footnotes in explaining. To act out with much passion and introduce it to local shool. Learners can be though after school if not part of their syllabus. Many youngsters has rich imagination. To nuture the seed of creating another world. It could be a dream guided towards reality.
The notion of think is Poet is poor. To dream richly will motivate. To make poetry fun by combining it with drama. Voice training , body and facial expressions will add to beter grooming for Open mic. Much more being motivated to write for prize money. Sir K offer a free online College which is a branch of WRR. It is highly educating. Poetry is mystery and a beauty on its own.
ThePoetryCourt: Have you ever imagine yourself writing poetry, or any other genre?
I write for fun. No structure or format just Spirited.
For I don't want to write out of fist and mislead the world. As Father God lead, I write. That's good enough for me, thank so much.
ThePoetryCourt: Is there anything that you don't like about poetry, and what are they?
I despise the manner people are killing one another in flesh. Also in manner of vocabulary. Degrading one another is destructive. All race and creed is made by God, I think. For we all made by God and in His own imagine. Why can't we just live together as one ?
Greed, selfishness, pride is the top problems.
#HateSpeech in Poetry is my end of death.
ThePoetryCourt: Thanks for being with us, hope we can get your attention some other time?
You
Welcome.
ThePoetryCourt: Thanks
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