Poetry is not only dream and vision; it is the skeleton architecture of our lives. It lays the foundations for a future of change, a bridge across our fears of what has never been before.
-Audre Lorde, 1991 Lesbian Writers Fund Judge in Poetry
Writeous! Celebrating the Astraea Lesbian Writers Fund
This showcase event featured performances by award recipients and judges, a musical performance from Cocomama, and a special presentation honoring the late Cheryl B.
Featured performers:
R. Erica Doyle, Karma Mayet Johnson, Ana-Maurine Lara, Chinelo Okparanta, Kirya Traber, Lenelle Moïse & a special presentation honoring the life & work of poet/writer/activist, Cheryl B
Also, musical Performance by Cocomama and a set by DJ RiMarkable
November 11th 7PM Doors, 8PM Show
Brecht Forum 451 West Street, New York, NY [map]
Artist accommodations generously provided by the Brooklyn Apartment.