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Boston is abuzz with excitement as the second annual Teen Spoken Word Festival is set to take place on March 15-16, 2025, at Emerson College. Themed ‘Sweet Resistance,’ this festival will empower teens from across Massachusetts to showcase their poetic talents. With engaging workshops, open mic opportunities, and mentorship from established poets, the festival offers a vibrant platform for young voices. Notable guests and slam competitions add to the event’s appeal, creating an inspiring atmosphere for creativity and community.
Boston Gears Up for the Exciting Second Annual Teen Spoken Word Festival!
Boston is buzzing with anticipation as the second annual Teen Spoken Word Festival is all set to take the stage on March 15-16, 2025, at the lively Emerson College. This year’s theme, “Sweet Resistance,” promises to inspire and energize our teens as they step into the spotlight to share their creative voices.
A Platform for Young Voices
The festival is dedicated to offering a unique platform for teens from all over Massachusetts to showcase their poetry, stories, and insights. With a keen focus on fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, the event aims to attract enthusiastic participants from vibrant cities like Boston, Lowell, Worcester, and beyond. Teens aged 13-19 who have a passion for poetry are encouraged to take part in a celebration of creativity that also promotes connection and understanding through the art form.
Engaging Activities for Poetic Minds
A cornucopia of activities awaits attendees, from lively workshops to electrifying poetry slam competitions! Young poets can look forward to exploring their craft with engaging sessions aimed at sparking creativity. The festival also features open mic opportunities, allowing emerging voices to express themselves freely while performing alongside established poets. The thrilling performances are bound to ignite conversations among the youth and beyond.
Mentorship and Community Building
One of the standout elements of this festival is its commitment to nurturing young talent through valuable mentorship. Experienced poets and educators will be guiding the participants, ensuring they feel supported throughout their poetic journey. This strong sense of community is what makes the festival truly special, creating lasting connections among young poets that will extend far beyond the event itself.
Meet Notable Guests and Performers
Teens will have the wonderful opportunity to meet and hear from some truly fantastic guests! This year’s festival will welcome local favorites and acclaimed poets, creating an inspiring atmosphere for young writers. Names like Porsha Olayiwola, Crystal Valentine, and Anthony Febo will be gracing the stage alongside notable headliners such as Hanif Abdurraqib—who holds the impressive title of a 2021 MacArthur Fellow—and Safia Elhillo, recognized as a National Book Award longlist nominee. Their presence will surely motivate and energize the aspiring poets in attendance.
Exciting Slam Finals Await
The festival will wrap up with the highly anticipated Individual Slam Finals on March 16, 2025. Participants will work their way to the finals through a series of preliminary bouts taking place across Massachusetts in the lead-up to the event. These slam competitions are not only a fantastic way to showcase talent but also serve as qualifying rounds for the prestigious Mass Poetry Youth Slam team, which will represent at various summer events.
Come Join the Fun!
With so much to look forward to, the festival welcomes all teens passionate about poetry to register and join this artistic celebration. There’s something magical about sharing words that can bring people together. Families and friends are also encouraged to be a part of the audience, so come along and witness the incredible power of young voices making waves in our community.
Registration for the festival is open, and those interested can easily sign up by visiting the festival’s webpage at masspoetry.org/teen-spoken-word-festival.
As the Teen Spoken Word Festival approaches, the excitement continues to build. This is a chance for our youth to shine, share their stories, and, most importantly, “Write Here | Write Now | Speak Loud!”
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- Beacon Hill Times: Celebrate Youth Voices at Mass Poetry’s Teen Spoken Word Festival
- Telegram: Prelim Round for Teen Spoken Word Festival Set for White Room
- Eastie Times: City of Chelsea Announces 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Chelsea Creek
- Wikipedia: Spoken Word
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Poetry
