Now on sale: Our 2026-2027 season!
The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series is proud to welcome both established and emerging writers for a season of literary events. This season’s lineup includes National Book Award finalist and Cave Canem co-founder Cornelius Eady (Brutal Imagination), award-winning poet and essayist Rebecca Lehmann (The Sweating Sickness), American Book Award winner Matthew Shenoda (Somewhere Else), and Pulitzer Prize–winning poet Natalie Diaz (Postcolonial Love Poem).
Don’t miss a moment of this monumental year. Subscribe to the series to save 25% on tickets while enjoying exclusive benefits, such as access to recordings of each reading, discounts on tickets to other Folger programs, and more.
Not able to join us in person? Purchase a virtual subscription to enjoy a live stream of the reading from wherever you are—packages start at only $30.
Scroll down to learn more about our readings and package options, or contact the box office at (202) 544-7077 or folgerboxoffice@folger.edu for more information.
Explore the season
O.B. Hardison Reading: Cornelius Eady
Emily Dickinson Birthday Tribute: Rebecca Lehmann
Anthony Hecht Poetry Prize Reading
National Poetry Month Reading: Matthew Shenoda
O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading: Natalie Diaz
Subscriber benefits
- 25% savings off single ticket prices
- Guaranteed seats at in-person readings
- Unlimited access to the recordings of each reading throughout the season
- Ticket discounts to other programs including Folger Theatre, Folger Music, and other Folger events
- Exclusive subscriber-only content and special offers
Select your package
Full series – $81*
Join us for the 2026-2027 O.B. Hardison Poetry Series and enjoy the full season of 5 readings at the best price!
Virtual pass – Starting at $30*
Our Virtual Pass includes access to the live-streamed readings, as well as unlimited access to the recorded readings so you can enjoy at your convenience, as many times as you’d like. Select 3 or more readings of your choice.
*Prices include a $6 handling fee per package.