Join Southern Word and the youth artists at Summer Studio as they showcase what they've been working on this summer.
The state’s top youth poets, emcees, and spoken word artists compete for their personal growth, a more powerful young writer community, top lyrical honors, and a chance to participate in a national teen slam. Southern Word creates a platform for youth to speak about the real hopes and challenges of their lives. Discretion is advised […]
This regional poetry showcase has become a springboard for young leaders who wish to speak through silence, share thoughts with their community, or champion a new vision for themselves and the world. You will never encounter energy like the spirit of the performers and audience of the State of the Word. A panel of judges […]
On the 17th at 12pm, join Southern Word and Nashville teens as we go back to the '90s! You're invited to join us in the latest Southern Word showcase at TSU! Dressing up is encouraged. This is event is made possible with support from Metro Arts: Nashville Office of Arts & Culture, Tennessee Arts Commission, […]
The state’s top youth poets, emcees, and spoken word artists compete for their personal growth, a more powerful young writer community, top lyrical honors, and a chance to participate in a national teen slam. Southern Word creates a platform for youth to speak about the real hopes and challenges of their lives. Discretion is advised […]