"The Tree" and "I Have Not Been to Boscombe Pier"
By performance poet Kasper Faulkner Lewis
Kasper Faulkner Lewis is a performance poet who has disabilities — Complex PTSD, OCD, a traumatic brain injury, sleep apnea and a leg disability.
He has performed his poetry at venues including the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum, The National Theatre, Winchester Poetry Festival, Bournemouth University, Chaplin's Bar, and on BBC radio. Kasper finds the writing and performing of his poetry cathartic. It is a healing process for him.
His work is very much meant to be listened to rather than read — much of the meaning and atmosphere of his poetry comes from the reading. You can find more of his poetry (and singing) here.
🎧 The following poems are meant to be an intimate experience, best listened to with headphones
The Tree
This poem is about loneliness in urban environments and about how we should respect trees; they aren't just there for our scenery and they are actually alive. They are spiritual and magical and deserve our love. This poem contains strong language. Click “Watch on YouTube” to follow along with the transcript.
I Have Not Been to Boscombe Pier
This poem is about two broken people coming together to comfort each other. This poem contains adult themes and strong language. Click “Watch on YouTube” to follow along with the transcript.
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