Spoken Truths: Live Reading with Toronto’s Poet Laureate Lillian Allen and Youth Poets - Nia Centre for the Arts
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Spoken Truths: Live Reading with Toronto's Poet Laureate Lillian Allen and Youth Poets

Date

October 30, 2024

Time

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Location

524 Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2X1

Join renowned spoken word pioneer and Toronto's Poet Laureate Lillian Allen for an unforgettable night of poetry

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Spoken Truths: Live Reading with Toronto’s Poet Laureate Lillian Allen & Youth Poets is a live reading event that celebrates one of the pioneers of dub poetry, alongside young emerging poets from across Toronto.

Toronto’s Poet Laureate Lillian Allen, known for her groundbreaking work in spoken word and social justice, will take the stage to share her distinct style and inspiration. Joining her will be a new wave of poets, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to the mic. Together, they will create an unforgettable night of storytelling that resonates with the past, present, and future of Black poetry.Whether you’re a poetry lover or new to the art, this event promises to be an inspiring and thought-provoking celebration of language and creativity.

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