Speaking

I really liked how you've made use of the words, I still think you could work on a few things.

There has to be a flow to poems, it was somewhat lost here. You should start each line with capitals and use commas effectively.

I like how you used repetition and rhyme. It didn't seem so catchy, I didn't get engrossed in it, so it was poor in presentation. Not look wise, but stanza formation wise.

"Words do not come easily to me

and so I watch the show from behind the curtain

and silently wish I could join in."

This was the show stopper, really the ending was great. Expected but great.

"inexperienced ballerinas making their debut accompanied

by an entourage of clarifications and apologies"

I think I understood this line, but somehow my understanding doesn't fit in quite well here. Please elaborate on this one.

Over all I enjoyed the poem, a good expression of feelings and inner turmoil.

Keep writing and stay blessed. xo

Thank you for writing this poem that so perfectly describes me and my problem with speaking. People always ask why I don't talk very much, and you summed it up in one beautiful poem. Maybe I can start showing this to them for an answer.
My favorite thing about this poem is the lines that say, "Words do not come easily to me, and so I watch the show from behind the curtain, and silently wish I could join in." Reading this I can visualize the shy, little dancer peeking their head around the side of a big, heavy curtain. I can feel their longing to be part of the show and the pain they feel because of their desire to be heard. And I can sympathize.
Comparing speaking to dancing is a wonderful, effective metaphor. Honestly I can't find a thing I would consider changing about this poem.
Good job!