All Library locations will be closed Friday, July 4, for Independence Day.
Spoken word poetry is designed to be heard, not read. Spoken word poetry gives unique opportunities to be expressive through body language and to experiment with volume, sound, and delivery. We will watch videos of spoken word poets such as Gill Scott Heron, Darius Simpson, Scout Bostley, and more.
This class is taught by a graduate student in the University of Missouri-Kansas City’s MFA Program in Creative Writing.
If you need ADA accommodation to use Library services or attend Library events and programs, please notify us at least 3 business days in advance at 816.701.3409 or ADA@kclibrary.org. (TTY access available via 711 or 866.520.7309 for Spanish.)
The Kansas City Public Library could be videotaping and taking photos for possible inclusion in marketing and promotional communications.