January 6th kicked off SAM Body + Mind’s latest season! Guests immersed themselves in an enchanting night of spoken word, featuring both local talents and global poetry icons such as renowned poet Rudy Francisco.

The evening, curated by Inside, was a captivating journey into the transformative power of poetry. Each carefully selected reading illuminated the beauty of vulnerability and the art of self-expression, creating a space for profound reflection and healing.

Renowned poet Rudy Francisco took the spotlight, captivating the audience with his blend of social commentary, introspection, and humor. His words, which wove personal narratives with reflections on race, class, gender, nature, and religion, sparked meaningful conversations and inspired change across diverse audiences.

Relish in the potency of poetry and the wonder of self-discovery that was shared that evening with the video below, and see photos taken at the event by Seattle Photographer Jordan Somers on behalf of Converge Media below also.