Slices of Life.

4th May 2012

Photoset reblogged from Lorenz Dumuk with 11 notes

lorenzmazondumuk:

The ReWrite presents: “Dear Mama”, a showcase featuring API spoken word artists and poets. There will also be an open mic inviting others to share their stories, their gift of words, and other various talents.

The title, “Dear Mama”, celebrates the people in our lives who take on the role of nurturers and care givers. Paying respect to those who contribute in the conception of the communities we are fortunate to live in. These are the people from whom we inherit our knowledge of love and are the ones who inspire us to build with love.

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Features:

Malia Connor
…founded Malia Movement Company 20 years ago to help women of various cultures heal with use of dance. She has since self-published book of spoken word poetry entitled “Just Add Water”; collaborated with jazz ensemble Mingus Amungus as a dancer, choreographer and featured spoken word artist on two of their recordings; and during April 2012 produced a 3 night performance “Mixed Tape Series” featuring Local Artists from her Community.

Michelle “Mush” Lee
…is a poet, playwright and educator born and raised in the Bay Area. Her work has been featured on Def Poetry Jam & stages from NY, HI to Cali. She currently serves as the Youth Speaks Program Director. She has small feet.

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There will be an informal writing circle in the beginning from 6:00 to 6:30 for us to write together and perform pieces at the open mic (if willing). Bring your notebooks!

Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Doors open at 6PM, open mic/showcase will start at 6:30pm at 2277 International Boulevard Oakland, CA 94606.

$5-20 dollars donation, no one turned away for the lack of funds.

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BART Directions:
Get off the Fruitvale BART station (from here it is about a mile walk)
1. Head northeast on 33rd Ave 72 ft
2. Turn left toward Fruitvale Ave 377 ft
3. Turn right onto Fruitvale Ave 0.1 mi
4. Turn left onto International Blvd
Destination will be on the left 0.7 mi

Wheelchair accessible.

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Join us on Twitter : http://bit.ly/rewritetwitter


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The ReWrite will be fundraising a portion of the proceeds for their first anthology

The ReWrite Anthology:
Nam-jai, a Tribute to Bay Area Asian/Pacific Islander Poets

The ReWrite’s goal behind our first anthology is to pay homage and celebrate Bay Area Asian/Pacific Islander poets and spoken word artists. We push to share the stories that both reflect our community and take part in re-imagining it. These are our stories, our truths, and our spirits to reclaim, renew, and embody.

As such, this compilation of poetry highlights each poet’s selflessness that defines Nam-jai, a cherished Thai expression describing the flow from the heart and the generosity and care in taking care of others. As we share these poems, we share parts of our own hearts that we give graciously back to the Bay Area community.
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Source: lorenzmazondumuk