Poem : Stage Fright
Poem : Stage Fright
Will I have a safe place
to put my belongings?
No, there are no lockers here.
That mirror is forgiving, though.
The one on the wall over there.
On that chair is your costume,
laid out, washed and pressed.
I know that you are nervous
but you must try to not show your stress.
Yes, try as I might to ignore it,
I notice that you are having
significant stage fright.
Take some deep breaths
and relax.
You are blessed.
Is there anything else
that you are in need of?
All you have to do is ask.
Oh and here, do not forget
to put on your mask.
I will be just above.
I will look down
from the balcony.
Don't worry.
The audience will be kind
and they will be full
of praise and love
for your performance.
They will make you
feel like royalty.
You will have much endurance.
That is the staying power
in this business.
Now it is time
to take a shower,
then get dressed.
The curtains will go up soon.
The show time is at noon.
We do not want any lateness.
Always remember that you are blessed.
You are blessed with great talent,
my dear.
I am certain that you will persevere
but you will need to mitigate
this stage fright.
It is a bit severe.
© 2017 Nyesha Pagnou MPH