Spoken Word: Protest through Poetry

The spoken word scene is one of the most important contemporary intersections of art, activism, politics, and culture. This passionate medium offers artists a new way to convey social commentary and reach diverse audiences.

Please join Campus Progress on Wednesday, June 25 as we spotlight some of America’s most dynamic and fearless voices.  There will be performances by: Droopy Anderson, host of Mocha Hut's Open Mic Poetry; Alvin Lau, professional performance poet and Amnesty International's "Poet of Conscience"; Laura Perez, a former member of the DC Youth Slam Team and the current president of Poutre’, Howard University’s premier poetry organization; Mario Rocha, Latino poet from East LA; and Triflava, a "progressive hip hop and beyond" band known for their versatile use of instruments to promote positive messages to audiences.

Enter our open mic contest by submitting video of yourself performing 3 original pieces to posullivan@americanprogress.org.  The winner will perform one poem to open the night’s performance.

Refreshments will be served.

This event is free and open to young people interested in creative protest.

Sponsored by Campus Progress.

For more information, please email speakers@campusprogress.org.

 

Address

Center for American Progress
1333 H St. NW, Washington, DC
Washington, DC 20005

Directions

Closest Metro Stops: McPherson Square (Blue/Orange Line) and Metro Center (Red Line)

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