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Autumn Break : Spoken Word One Day Workshop

To introduce participants/students to the art of spoken word poetry.

  • Ages 13 - 24
  • Free
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  • Thu, 27 Apr at 10AM
About

This one day intensive workshop will aim to introduce participants to the art of spoken word poetry, and help them to begin crafting their own poems.

Spoken Word is poetry that has been written to be performed and is based on the interaction between the performer and the audience. Many rappers like Kendrik Lamar have a Spoken Word poetry background but Spoken Word is not rap. There are similarities such as the use of word play, rhyme and rhythm but Spoken Word poetry is not usually accompanied by music.

At its best, Spoken Word is a powerful, high-energy form of expression that attracts artists and audiences of all ages from a wide range of backgrounds. No experience required.

Action Education (Facilitator – Eric Soakai)

Ken Arkind is an American National Poetry Slam Champion, Tedx Speaker, Nuyorican Poets Cafe Grand Slam Champion and published author who has performed his work in 49 States, 6 countries and at over 200 colleges and universities. He is the founding Program Director of Denver Minor Disturbance, an independent literary arts organization dedicated to helping Colorado youth find voice through the mediums of poetry and performance. Ken has recently completed his Bachelor of Creative Arts at Manukau Institute of Technology specializing in creative writing.

Action Education (Facilitator – Eric Soakai)

Action Education (Facilitator – Eric Soakai)

Maungakiekie-Tamaki Local Board