Queer Joy & Blackout Poetry: A Creative Workshop
Join Lavender Education and Page & Parlor for an evening of creativity, self-expression, and community as we celebrate queer stories through the transformative art of Blackout Poetry.
This interactive workshop invites you to repurpose existing texts into powerful poetic pieces, highlighting the resilience, joy, and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. Through guided exercises, we’ll explore the impact of censorship on queer narratives and reclaim space through art and storytelling.
What to Expect
✍️ Guided Creativity – Our passionate facilitators will introduce techniques and inspiration to help you craft your own blackout poetry. No prior experience needed!
📖 Banned & Censored Texts – You’ll work with excerpts from queer literature that has faced censorship, transforming them into new works of art.
🎨 All Materials Provided – Just bring your imagination and an open heart—we’ll provide the texts, markers, and everything else you need.
🌈 A Vibrant Community – Connect with fellow literary enthusiasts, creatives, and allies in a welcoming space that champions self-expression and celebrates diverse voices.
Event Details
📅 Date: Monday, March 10th
⏰ Time: 6:30 - 7:45 PM
📍 Location: Wild Child, Somerville, MA
💵 Cost: $20
Spots are limited to create an intimate workshop environment. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just curious to explore a new creative outlet, this workshop is an opportunity to celebrate queer joy, reclaim narratives, and create something unique.
Join Lavender Education and Page & Parlor for an evening of creativity, self-expression, and community as we celebrate queer stories through the transformative art of Blackout Poetry.
This interactive workshop invites you to repurpose existing texts into powerful poetic pieces, highlighting the resilience, joy, and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. Through guided exercises, we’ll explore the impact of censorship on queer narratives and reclaim space through art and storytelling.
What to Expect
✍️ Guided Creativity – Our passionate facilitators will introduce techniques and inspiration to help you craft your own blackout poetry. No prior experience needed!
📖 Banned & Censored Texts – You’ll work with excerpts from queer literature that has faced censorship, transforming them into new works of art.
🎨 All Materials Provided – Just bring your imagination and an open heart—we’ll provide the texts, markers, and everything else you need.
🌈 A Vibrant Community – Connect with fellow literary enthusiasts, creatives, and allies in a welcoming space that champions self-expression and celebrates diverse voices.
Event Details
📅 Date: Monday, March 10th
⏰ Time: 6:30 - 7:45 PM
📍 Location: Wild Child, Somerville, MA
💵 Cost: $20
Spots are limited to create an intimate workshop environment. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just curious to explore a new creative outlet, this workshop is an opportunity to celebrate queer joy, reclaim narratives, and create something unique.
Join Lavender Education and Page & Parlor for an evening of creativity, self-expression, and community as we celebrate queer stories through the transformative art of Blackout Poetry.
This interactive workshop invites you to repurpose existing texts into powerful poetic pieces, highlighting the resilience, joy, and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. Through guided exercises, we’ll explore the impact of censorship on queer narratives and reclaim space through art and storytelling.
What to Expect
✍️ Guided Creativity – Our passionate facilitators will introduce techniques and inspiration to help you craft your own blackout poetry. No prior experience needed!
📖 Banned & Censored Texts – You’ll work with excerpts from queer literature that has faced censorship, transforming them into new works of art.
🎨 All Materials Provided – Just bring your imagination and an open heart—we’ll provide the texts, markers, and everything else you need.
🌈 A Vibrant Community – Connect with fellow literary enthusiasts, creatives, and allies in a welcoming space that champions self-expression and celebrates diverse voices.
Event Details
📅 Date: Monday, March 10th
⏰ Time: 6:30 - 7:45 PM
📍 Location: Wild Child, Somerville, MA
💵 Cost: $20
Spots are limited to create an intimate workshop environment. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just curious to explore a new creative outlet, this workshop is an opportunity to celebrate queer joy, reclaim narratives, and create something unique.