Desert Verses — A Spokenword Competition

• Time: Starts 6PM

• Judges: Industry professionals

• Prize: Winner gets featured in one of three cities — Chicago, Houston, or Las Vegas

• Also includes: networking and feature opportunities

Speaks Series — Spoken Word Workshop

• Title: The Art of Spoken Word: From Pen to Performance

• Time: 9AM – 2PM (5-hour immersive masterclass)

• Facilitator: Jeronimo Speaks

• Description points to include:

  • Open to all levels — beginners and experienced poets

  • Covers: crafting impactful poetry, commanding the stage with confidence, connecting with audiences, building your own showcases, networking with poetry platforms, booking more performance opportunities

  • Format: interactive exercises, live coaching, real-world industry insights

  • Important note: Must attend the workshop to be eligible for the Desert Verses competition