Live Experiential Poetry Activation
Original Poems For Original People
because a Cal-a-Vie event is not the average event
Why Your Cal-a-Vie Guests Will Love This Experience
1. It’s (not) your typical interactive offering. It is a unique thoughtful activation your spa and wellness guests will talk about.
2. In addition to bliss-elevated, your guests receive a keepsake (bespoke event favor gift) they get to take home with them.
3. Offering your guests intentional, immersive activations, remind them of the epic experience they had at Cal-a-Vie.
How It Works
Your spa and wellness retreat event guests are invited to come up to the poet’s instillation and request their full-length one-off custom poem. Fadi (the poet), has a brief conversation with the guest, asks a few questions, and people share their story. He then spontaneously curates their full-length poem right in front of them on his now iconic 1945 Hermes mint-green colored vintage typewriter.
The poet gives an honest intuitive appraisal of your vibe, through poetic verse. Your event guest can of course request a custom poem for someone they love or whomever, but most people want a poem for themselves. This human-connection interaction organically creates an unforgettable experience that allows your guests to be in the present moment.
All poems are crafted on 1920’s Archival Luxe Vellum paper, and presented in a premium Luxe envelope. Intimate custom-curated poems are thoughtful nostalgic gifts from you to your Cal-a-Vie event and retreat guests, making your time together and connection even more memorable. Making you a hero.
* Exclusive Guest Access. Photos, Videos, And Autographs Of The Poet Fadi Are Permitted During The Entirety Of The Event.
Word On The Street
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“So fun having you at our NYE Party!!! Loved my poem and absolutely loved what an epic experience that was for all of us. Thank you so much!!!"
- Lori Harder
Three-Time Fitness World Champion / Founder Of Lite Pink
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“It was an honor to take your poem with me to space! Can’t tell you how much I appreciate this, I’m forever grateful. I LOVE your poem!”
- Dr. Sian Proctor
American Astronaut / Crew Of The World’s First All-Civilian Space Flight
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“I asked for a poem on faith, what I got was stunning and very touching. Thank you Fadi for using your talents in such a beautiful and generous way.”
- Jaime Cerreta
Emmy Award Winning Television Anchor And Arizona Morning Show Host
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“I checked my mail today and the poem arrived! This meant the world to receive. You’re the coolest. I mean you already were, and this confirms it.”
- Lindsey Schwartz
Best Selling Author / Accomplished Entrepreneur And Founder Of Powerhouse Women
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“What a beautiful honor to meet you and receive your divine gifts my friend.”
- Angela Ferrari
Recording Artist / Songwriter
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“Thank you Fadi, I have my poem hanging up on the wall in my office.”
- Monte Williams
NBA Head Coach
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“Commissioned and sent a poem to a dear friend of mine and love love love! Thank you! She texted me immediately. She absolutely adored it.”
- Sidnee Peck
Executive And Leadership Partner At Queen Tide / Founding Member Of Golden Seeds Arizona
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“I just read my poem again, I LOVE IT. It gets better every time! Thank you so much.”
- Sadhna Bokhiria
World Renown Gelotologist / Public Speaker / Host Of LeaderVoices Podcast
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“I fell in love with Fadi’s poetry. So sweet, such simple truths. Fadi enrobes every breath, every thought, every word in love. His custom poetry is as fine poetry often is, filled with uncomplicated Ah Ha moments."
- Jan D’Atri
Emmy Award Winning Television Personality And Radio Talk Show Host
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“This is the most special and beautiful thing that anyone has ever done for me. Fadi has such an incredible talent, everybody needs to know about what’s happening here, everybody needs to know about Fadi, I’m blown away with my poem!”
- Risa Kostis
CEO And Co-Founder Of The Rescue Kit Company
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“This is so beautiful Fadi! This poem is a gift I will never forget. I can never fully articulate what you have given me, Thank you!”
- Kate Rogers-Sieker
Co-Founder Of PHX Startup Week / Local Community Builder And Entrepreneur
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“I’m obsessed with this. I love this poem thank you so much Fadi!”
- Hailey Viterbo
Founder Of Blended Skincare Based Out Of Scottsdale, Arizona
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“Fadi, I have had a rough few weeks and the poem you wrote for me brought me to literal tears. Thank you for the unbelievably beautiful and encouraging words. I needed that more than you know.”
- Lauren Patheal
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“Wow this poem is really dope.”
- Kelly Oubre Jr.
NBA Basketball Player
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“Your poem was so heart-felt and brought tears and emotion to my heart. I can't thank you enough for hitting the nail on the head with this one-it's sentimental, loving, and will bring back joyous memories for my grandfather to relive!”
- Elisa De Leon
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“You are so talented Fadi! Your poems literally made my heart melt.”
- Jenny Hall
Founder / Designer Of Henny And Coco Kids Fashion Brand And Curv Body Lounge
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“Thank you Fadi for this gift to us, it can’t be explained, nor can I explain how it makes me feel to read this poem. I am grateful and I love what you’re doing!”
- Nick Adkins
Co-Founder PinkSocks Life And TEDx Speaker
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“Hey Fadi! I just read our poem and … it is AMAZING!!!! It is my most favorite thing ever written for us. Thank you so very much for highlighting our mission, we are super grateful to know you!”
- Jennifer Caraway
Founder Of Joy Bus Foundation And World Renown Chef / Winner Of Chopped (Food Network)
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“I love my poem about wine! Thank you Fadi, for being a part of the Joy Bus Foundation Fundraiser.”
- Derrick Hall
President And CEO / The Arizona Diamondbacks
Meet Your Poet
Fadi Y. Sitto is a best selling American poet and Poet Laureate Nominee (2019). Fadi is endorsed and partnered with the U.S. Commission On The Arts, and is one of only seven poets in history to have been commissioned by Space X Inspiration4 Space Mission to have a poem recited in space (2021).
Author of the book: Bending Serendipity, which has been translated to multiple languages.
The poet receives booking requests to perform his Live Experiential Typewriter Poetry at selected exclusive weddings, corporate events, and private social events. In addition, Fadi is commissioned to curate original bespoke free verse poems for individuals, corporations, and organizations throughout the world.
Happy Clients Who Trust And Support Fadi Poetry
Your Cal-a-Vie Guests Are Waiting For Their Poem
spontaneous authentic human connection + the present moment = an original gift from you to your event guests
Booking & Appearance Fee Rates
2025 Wedding & Event Season
Booking fees are typically based on a Live Performance duration of 4 hours. The majority of the poet’s weddings & events are booked for a performative duration of 4 hours.
The poet is booked for luxury weddings and selected private social events lasting from 3 hours to 6+ hours in duration. From weddings with 500+ guests, conferences and conventions with 1000+ attendees, and intimate private dinners and social gatherings with a guest count 12+ people.
Fadi and his Live Performance Poetry Activation is typically booked 9 - 18 months in advance.
Wedding Performance Luxe Package
(Exclusive Instillation + Cocktail Hour + Reception)
Live Performance Duration: 4 Hours
Booking Fee: $8000
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When reserving the Luxe Package, we will bring an additional vintage typewriter installation, for a hyper-unique interactive guest experience.
With access and using our nostalgic vintage typewriter, your wedding guests will have the opportunity to personally type a one-line message to you (the wedding couple). Anonymously.
All of the one-line hand typed wedding guest love notes will be anonymously placed in a sealed gift box, and presented to you at the end of the night.
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Included in the Luxe Package, all custom poems composed during your wedding celebration will be presented to your wedding guests in a luxe acrylic frame.
These premium quality wedding favor frames elevate each poem in a contemporary, and minimalist design.
This framed poem presentation accentuates, and showcases the originality and artful beauty of each poem that is crafted for your wedding guests.
Wedding Performance Signature Package
(Cocktail Hour + Reception)
Live Performance Duration: 4 Hours
Booking Fee: $5000
Wedding Performance Classic Package
(Reception Only)
Live Performance Duration: 3 Hours
Booking Fee: $4000
Corporate Events Signature Package
Live Performance Duration: 4 Hours
Booking Fee: $5000
Private Events Signature Package
Live Performance Duration: 3 Hours
Booking Fee: $3000