This is interactive - 21 artists share lessons and prompts
in craft, history, and performance.
Welcome to the Wild & Wonderful
Spoken Word Education Project
What You'll Discover
Four lessons from each artist
Craft & Writing
Dive into the techniques, tools, and creative processes that shape powerful spoken word poetry. Learn how words become magic.
History
Trace the lineage of spoken word—from ancient oral traditions to the Beat poets, from slam competitions to today's stages.
Performance
Unlock the secrets of stage presence, voice dynamics, body language, and how to electrify an audience with your truth.
Original Poem
Experience each artist's work firsthand—powerful, personal performances that showcase the beauty of the spoken word art form.
Meet The Artists
Click on the name of the artist to get started.
Be Inspired
Now it's your turn—ignite your creativity with prompts that push boundaries, or let these poems move you, shake you, and remind you why words matter.
About
This project was envisioned by Tawhida Tanya Evanson, Louise Bernice Halfe (Sky Dancer) and Sheri-D Wilson.