The Poetry Society of New York is a 501(c)3 non-profit rooted in the belief that art and poetry belong to us all. We strive to produce fun, innovative, collaborative, immersive, accessible, and inclusive programming that is both mission- and community-centered. - "The Poetry Brothel": IMMERSIVE LITERARY CABARET THAT FUSES POETRY, ACTIVISM, VAUDEVILLE, BURLESQUE, LIVE MUSIC, VISUAL ART, MAGIC, MYSTICISM, AND PRIVATE, ONE-ON-ONE POETRY EXPERIENCES. At The Poetry Brothel, a “madam” presents a rotating cast of poets and artists who operate within self-constructed characters and share their work through staged public performances, spontaneous immersive eruptions, and, most distinctly, as purveyors of private poetry readings in intimate spaces. Central to The Poetry Brothel experience is the creation of character, which for each artist serves as a disguise and freeing device, enabling The Poetry Brothel to be a place of uninhibited creative expression in which artists and audience members alike can communicate more authentically. - "Typewriter Poets": The Poetry Society of New York specializes in bringing poets to public events, private parties, and commercial environments. Wielding vintage typewriters, our professional Typewriter Poets write spontaneous, customized poems for clients, employees, & guests to take home as meaningful mementos, personalized gifts, or party favors. From art openings to corporate events, weddings to holiday parties, and birthdays to baby showers, there’s no event that isn’t enhanced by a Typewriter Poet!