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David Yezzi is a Professor in The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University, part of the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences. His work bridges poetry, literary criticism, and theater. He authored Late Romance: Anthony Hecht—A Poet’s Life (2023) and edited The Swallow Anthology of New American Poets. As an actor, he performed roles like King Lear and Hamlet’s Ghost. His verse play Schnauzer (2018) and libretto for the opera Firebird Motel showcase his creative versatility.
Yezzi’s research interests emphasize 20th-century poetry, dramatic adaptation, and poetic biography. His publications span interviews, critical essays, and creative works that explore themes of memory, tragedy, and cultural history. He held a 2022 visiting fellowship at Jesus College, Oxford, and previously directed the Unterberg Poetry Center in New York.
His articles reflect a focus on literary figures like Anthony Hecht, T.S. Eliot, and Louise Glück, analyzing their techniques and legacies. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to poetry and criticism are widely recognized. He advises through his teaching and creative mentorship, though specific grant details are not documented here.
