rhodes poetry retreat.
see you in the village.
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BE INSPIRED.
Nestled in a tiny village on the Island of Rhodes, Greece - Luka Lesson leads you on an Odyssey of food, culture, tradition, poetry and ancient history in his family homeland. An authentic Greek island experience reserved only for the poetic at heart.
Luka Lesson will employ 13 years of education and writing experience to facilitate a series of workshops that will uncover the oral traditions and history of the place his ancestors called home. This retreat is designed to inspire and amplify the voices of the new and experienced writers, in a naturally beautiful location, soaked in history.
This program is designed to allow for each participant to be inspired by the incredible surroundings, to be fully supported in expressing themselves, and to be celebrated as their individual skills and stories are revealed.
The Rhodes Poetry Retreat package includes over 10 workshops with one of Australia's most experienced performance poets and facilitators, in one of the most beautiful and historically powerful places on earth: the Greek Islands.
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TESTIMONIALS
Subi Taba
India
"I like the easy going atmosphere the retreat offered. There wes ample time to observe, create and soak in. The retreat was meditative and highly peaceful experience for me. Also our mentor Luka was very humble and approachable. The retreat gave a homely vibe and the food was extremely delicious and the stay was comfortable."
Zechariah Soakai
New Zealand
"It was a privilege to break bread, do life and WRITE POETRY in Monolithos. That was the highlight: the village, the immersion in place-based writing/learning and of course, Luka is the man!"le."
Babette Moules
Melbourne
"I never really considered myself a poet, having not written poetry since I was a child. Having shared a week with Luka and the crew, I have vowed to put my pen to page everyday because of how generative and wonderful this practice has been. I am brimming with inspiration, having been immersed in such an inclusive, gracious and awe-striking environment. If you're even tossing up whether to come along, prioritise this experience! It is impossible to quantify how much it has meant to me."
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Lou Steer
Sydney
"Luka's easygoing personality combined with his poetic expertise made the workshops really enjoyable and creative. I have never written poetry outdoors in special places before, and discovered I loved getting away from my computer and going 'old school' with pen and paper. I felt really relaxed, recovered from the rigours of my Turkey trip, and wrote some great poetry. I made new friends too."
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Adelaide Friday
Byron Bay
"I loved the authentic experience the retreat offered. It was wonderful to be away from urban life and tourist traps. The week was a blissful mixture of both rigorous writing and relaxation. I enjoyed being disciplined every day and writing at every turn and vista we were offered. This in turn gave me the intimacy I needed with Rhodes and my company of poets. It really felt like a 'retreat' and I hope it remains so."le."
RHODES POETRY RETREAT SCHEDULE
DAY 1 - ARRIVAL
Fly into Rhodes Airport and the local team will provide transfers to your accomodation in Monolithos village, Rhodes Island.Transfers
from Rhodes Ferry at 2pm
and Rhodes Airport at 3pm.
Dinner
At local Taverna - 8pm in Monolithos Village
Travel Information:
Rhodes Airport receives direct flights from most European capitals including London, Berlin and Rome.
A direct flight from Athens International airport takes 45 minutes.
DAY 4
Breakfast at Thomas Hotel
Workshop 7
Structure vs Freedom
Workshop 8
"One-on-One Advice and Assistance"
Lunch
Siesta or Swim
Visit & Solo Writing Time:
Athenian Acropolis of Lindos
Dinner
DAY 2
Breakfast at Thomas Hotel
Workshop 1
Introduction: The Role of the Poet
Workshop 2
The Art of the 'Stream of Consciousness'
Lunch
Siesta or Swim
Visit
Kimisala Necropolis
Workshop 3
Digging for Lyrical Fossils I
Visit:
Monolithos Castle
Workshop 4
Digging for Lyrical Fossils II
Dinner
DAY 5
Breakfast at Thomas Hotel
Workshop 9
"Critique Lovingly, Edit Ruthlessly"
Workshop 10
Memorisation Techniques
Lunch
Siesta or Swim
Visit & Solo Writing Time:
Local Orthodox Monastery
Dinner
DAY 7 - DEPARTURES
Breakfast at Thomas HotelTransfers
Rhodes Airport or Rhodes Town centre
leaving at 12pm.
Distance from Monolithos
to Airport - 60 minutes
to Rhodes town - 90 minutes
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DAY 3
Breakfast at Thomas Hotel
Workshop 5
Modern Greek Poetry Traditions
Workshop 6
Homer and The Odyssey: Mythology or Metaphor?
Lunch
Siesta or Swim
Visit & Solo Writing Time:
Monolithos Mountain Walk
Dinner
DAY 6
Breakfast at Thomas Hotel
Visit & Solo Writing Time:
Ancient Kimisala Palace
Local Chapel & Square
Workshop 11
Performance Techniques
Workshop 12
One-on-one Assistance II
Lunch
Siesta or Swim
Workshop 13
Final Performance Rehearsals
Final Group Performance
in Monolithos Village
Dinner
Book Your Place Today
and we'll see you in the village!
Double Room
Share a room with a friend
or with one other poet.
$2,145.00
AUD incl. GST
6 nights shared accomodation
All meals
Airport transfers
10 x writing & performance workshops
4 x visits to ancient sites
+ more
Recommended
Single Room
Have your own hotel room
with private bathroom.
$2,530.00
AUD incl. GST
6 nights single accomodation
All meals
Airport transfers
10 x writing & performance workshops
4 x visits to ancient sites
+ more
