Class

Young Writers: Scrapbook Poetry for Grades 7-12

This group connects young writers. fostering a supportive community focused on individual writing goals, making new friends, and meeting young writers where they are at.

It all starts in a notebook, right? In this single session “Poetry Scrapbook” and performance-focused workshop, we will dive into a river of words, rhythm, imagery and sound. Participants will explore a range of poetic styles, from traditional forms to contemporary free-verse.

This class encourages curious beginners of all backgrounds to share their story using their unique voices in the form of verse, creativity, and performance spoken word. Participants will have the opportunity to share their work, use a typewriter, create visual art and receive constructive feedback from both teaching artist and peers to foster a collaborative and enriching learning environment.

Expect to be challenged and nudged out of your usual language as you venture into verse. By the end of the session, you'll have a completed scrapbook collection of your poems, artwork, performed, and knowledge of how to operate a typewriter. See you on stage!