Elemental: Contemporary Inspiration From the Stage and Page - Jan 2025

This six-week generative writing course will explore contemporary poets, primarily in the Slam poetry community. Participants will interrogate both page poetry and video performances, as well as the fundamentals of spoken word performance. Participants will then be provided generative writing prompts to create their own poems to share out with the rest of the class. Participants will be expected to discuss sample poems presented and write first drafts (that explore their lives and the world around them through the written and spoken word), and bravely share out their work in a collaborative and inclusive space. The course will conclude with a virtual reading where participants can invite their family, friends, and community to witness their poetic prowess.

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Details: Elemental: Contemporary Inspiration from the Stage & Page with La Shaun phoenix Moore takes place Wednesday, February 12, February 19, February 26, March 5, March 12, and March 19 from 6:30-8:30pm remotely online via Zoom.

Prerequisite: None

Genre: Poetry

Level: All levels

Format: Workshop

Location: This class takes place remotely online via Zoom.

Size: Limited to 15 participants.

Scholarships: Two scholarship spots are available for this class for writers in Northeast Ohio. Apply by December 16.

Cancellations & Refunds: Cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the first class meeting to receive a full refund. Email info@litcleveland.org.

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