David Silverberg

David Silverberg is a freelance journalist and writing coach in Toronto. He writes for New Scientist, MIT Technology Review, BBC News and The Globe & Mail. For 15 years, he was artistic director of Toronto Poetry Slam, a performance poetry series. You can learn more about him via his website DavidSilverberg.ca

Poet Johnathan McClain reads his poetry at the Bowery Poetry Club December 6, 2002 in New York City.

Reading Lists

The Legacy and Power of Performance Poetry: A Reading List

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David Silverberg

The Legacy and Power of Performance Poetry: A Reading List

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