"Through his shining spirit, Matt brings an indomitable life to his poems. His ability to draw on his mastery of the craft and art of poetry to inspire and guide others is the capstone of his writing workshops and what makes time spent writing with him invaluable.” — Dr. Nicole Galante, Senior Educational Consultant, Creative Classroom Solutions
“Pasca has a unique ability to soothe hurt and rage with a transformative compassion and deep belief in the human heart to mend and heal our lives and loves.” – Tyrus Lemerande, Artistic Director and Performer, Knighthorse Theatre Company
“Matt and Terri’s writing workshop is life-changing. Hands down the best writing facilitators I’ve ever come across, Terri and Matt provide innovative, thought provoking prompts and offer compassionate, laser sharp advice that simultaneously lifts you up while pushing you to improve your craft, in just the way you need to hear it.” — Barbara J.
"When Matt Pasca and Terri Muuss read their poetry together, their poems twine, interweave, creating a tapestry of experience, feeling, words and images that lingers long after the last word has been spoken.” — Barbara Novack, Writer-in-Residence, Molloy College
“I’ve never seen a better back and forth exchange of poetry, performance and passion.” – Dennis Pahl, English Professor and Director of LIU at CW Post’s Poetry Center
“You helped me not just with my writing, but with the decisions I have had to make, how I look at the world, and my attitude towards the lot I've been given.” — Sam S.
“I just wanted to say thank you for helping me with my personal essay. So far I have been accepted to 2 colleges and one of them enjoyed it so much they wrote that on my actual acceptance letter.” — Shaylyn K.
KEYNOTES & READINGS
Ever prepared and dynamic, Matt Pasca has a gift for connecting with audiences of all generations and experience levels. He has been a guest author at both student and professional conferences and performed his poetry all over the United States.
WORKSHOPS
Matt has taught Creative Writing courses and Poetry workshops for over two decades—at high schools, universities, conferences, libraries, continuing ed programs and museums. He specializes in process, specificity, deep revision, self-exploration, space, organization, and structure, and has worked tirelessly to highlight underrepresented voices and cure both young and old of “Poemophobia”. Matt co-facilitated Cagibi’s inaugural Writers’ Retreat in 2019 and is part of the annual Sag Harbor Creative Non-Fiction Writers Conference staff.
EDITING & TUTORING
Pasca has spent over two decades editing manuscripts, facilitating exceptional college essays, and privately tutoring individuals either preparing for standardized exams or who simply want to improve their writing and/or analytical skills.
Booking Inquiries:
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