Could not have closed out my 2025 tour in a more epic way: Carnegie Hall
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Top of my bucket list (as far as venues): Got to perform my poem inspired by and dedicated to the 16- and 17-year-olds incarcerated on Rikers Island with which I used to do writing workshops. I also got to speak truth to power, and, especially meaningful: I had the honor of introducing and welcoming to the stage The Excelano Project (who completely and utterly rocked me with their stunning work).
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To think I co-founded this spoken word poetry group nearly a quarter century ago (25 years ago this coming March 4th, 2026), and to see what these poets are doing now (as writers and performers and as human beings in the world) overwhelms me with pride and just awe.
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My heart is so full.
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PS: Scroll down for photos I saw on the walls backstage of some legends who’ve also touched that stage. 🤯
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