The Verbal Oasis Spoken Word Festival offers attendees of all ages the chance to step up to the mic and share their creative talents, but if you're not feelin' that level of literary bravery, no worries—you'll also find live music, painting sessions, and dance performances at the poetry-infused fest, which is staged at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute this year. The event aims to "bring together Black artists and Black arts collectives," and even includes a children's open mic for the tiny Langston Hughes in your life.
Events include:
Inspired Child Writing Circles:
Friday September 1 @ 6:00 – 6:30 pm
Saturday September 2 @ 6:00 – 6:30 pm
Sunday September 3 @ 6:00 – 6:30 pm
Children’s Open Writer’s workshops
Saturday September 2 @ 3 – 3:30 pm
Sunday September 3 @ 3 – 3:30 pm
Explore writing poetry during our pre-show writing session facilitated by a featured poet.
Muezz Infuezzion Poetry Show & Open Mic
Friday September 1 @ 6:30 - 9 pm
Saturday September 2 @ 6:30 - 9 pm
Sunday September 3 @ 6:30 - 9 pm
Explore your craft during our pre-show writing session, Express yourself on the open mic , Experience our unique sound showcasing local and national poets trading verses, phrases, and riffs with live musicians. Expose your ears to an evening of energy and elegance ending with an elevating jam session.
The Children’s Open Mic
Saturday September 2 @ 3-4:30 pm
Sunday September 3 @ 3 -4:30 pm
Do you have a little performer? Please join us in developing and celebrating the creativity of children. Children and families will have the opportunity to participate in the open mic, enjoy performances by local adult and teen artists, engage in experimentation with instruments, dramatic play and art projects intended to build and maintain self-efficacy and self-esteem. We seek to create a place for children to feel safe; where their voices and families are respected, honored and heard.
