{"product_id":"fusion-nights-poetry-sound","title":"Fusion Nights: Poetry + Sound","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"StructuredModuleRenderer_structuredContent__k7mNB StructuredModuleRenderer_text__GaXOv\" data-testid=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay 15, 2026\u003cbr\u003eDoors at 7:30 \u003cbr\u003e23 Heather Crescent, The Space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFusion Night combines live poetry with improvisational music for an immersive evening full of sound, words, and emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"StructuredModuleRenderer_structuredContent__k7mNB StructuredModuleRenderer_text__GaXOv\" data-testid=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFusion Nights is a one-of-a-kind evening of poetry and music! Join us for a night of presence and connection, featuring Alexis Wild’s spoken word poetry woven together in real time with Kevin Dunklee’s improvised soundscape of keyboard, trumpet, percussion and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing is pre-recorded and nothing we create here can be repeated the same way twice. This is a night where you'll be invited to witness and experience something just once... here and now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive poetry performed in the moment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully improvised musical accompaniment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA blend of keyboard, trumpet, percussion, and experimental sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntimate, immersive atmosphere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace to slow down, feel, and witness something unrepeatable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a traditional reading or a concert, it's a weaving of art created to bring you more connection and joy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent\u003c\/strong\u003e: Expect to hear poetry about life, love, religion and connection. Alexis was raised in a cult, got married at 19, left two big relationships, is a single mom of 4 kids, a social entrepreneur, a former doula and a past dominatrix ... and has stories to tell. Expect to be encouraged, seen, and reminded of who YOU are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgenda:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoors for Fusion Nights open at 7:30, with the show beginning at 7:45 pm. There will be one intermission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlexis Christine Wild\u003c\/em\u003e is a queer Canadian artist and poet working across painting, performance, and installation art. Her work centers on permission and connection, exploring the complexity of being human and the parts we often keep hidden. Alexis is increasingly focused on story-driven and installation art exploring how meaning builds through layers, presence, and shared space. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alexiswild.com\" title=\"https:\/\/www.alexiswild.com\" data-msys-clicktrack=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.alexiswild.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKevin Dunklee\u003c\/em\u003e is a lifetime musician and composer with trumpet as his main instrument. As a musician, his mission is to be a channel for beauty to enter the world; and he currently does this primarily through free jazz and horn sectional playing. His additional proficiencies in keyboard and percussion allow him to improvise and create immersive musical tapestries free of the restriction of genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessiblity Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe aim to create a grounded, welcoming space. If you have access needs, please reach out in advance so we can support you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBus Routes:\u003c\/em\u003e The Space is located near a stop on route 2 and 7 of the City of London bus route.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eParking: \u003c\/em\u003eParking is free in the parking lot or on the street nearby.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Venue:\u003c\/em\u003e The main hall of The Space is upstairs; the bathroom and entry are on the main level. On the main level, there is a small tread at the door entry. There are 13 stairs to the main hall, with a platform and turn to the left at the top of the stairs. This is a seated event, but please stand if needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSensitivities:\u003c\/em\u003e Lighting at this event is low, with no overhead lights.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlchohol:\u003c\/em\u003e This is a sober event. Bottles of water will be available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eScents: \u003c\/em\u003ePlease help us to provide a scent free environment. Thank you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Venue:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Space, 23 Heather Crescent. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Space is East London, Ontario’s hourly rental spot for classes, workshops, appointments and more. As a small business incubator, The Space provides affordable rates, great connections, and a fabulous open venue. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thespacelondon.ca\" title=\"https:\/\/www.thespacelondon.ca\" data-msys-clicktrack=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.thespacelondon.ca\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alexis Wild Fine Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44356741988394,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9122\/8714\/files\/CopyofFusionNights8.x11_8.5x8.5in_1.png?v=1778675430","url":"https:\/\/alexis-wild-fine-art.myshopify.com\/products\/fusion-nights-poetry-sound","provider":"Alexis Wild Fine Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}