adminThe 41-year-old internationally acclaimed poet delivered a polished performance displaying his humorous side that left the crowd asking for more.
Speaking on the sidelines of the poetry slam, Chirikure said he was born to entertain and represent Zimbabwe in the fine arts scene.
“Firstly, I want to thank God for all the achievements I have made so far. Poetry is on a steady rise in Zimbabwe, so it is my time to shine and show the people what I’m made of. Everything I do whether it’s well received or not, I give it my best shot.
“My works are educative and they help in marketing our country and its cultures to the world. Now that the people appreciate fine arts, a lot of talented poets will be nurtured,” he said.
Chirikure’s career continues to burn a trail of success and the poet has been improving with each outing.
He is popularly known for blending humour, images, text and music to achieve a pointed, wicked and risky satire. Book Café information and publicity manager Ian White said “House of Hunger Poetry Slam” was an exciting platform for poets and musicians to showcase their talent through the spoken word.
“We give artistes, poets and even aspiring comedians a beautiful platform to showcase their talent. Chirikure is not new to Book Café; he has the experience so he did not disappoint. He put up a good performance,” said White. The aesthetic reason for Chirikure’s incorporation of music into his poetic repertoire is to make it more appealing to the imagination than poetry that is merely delivered orally.
Dramatised poetry has more impact than written poetry, and Chirikure wants the communication of his concerns to be performed in a lively manner.
Online Reporter