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SUMMARY:Talk the Talk: Intersectionality and Arts Communities
DESCRIPTION:Guided by two qualified facilitators\, Sonmin Bong and Jen Sung\, this talk asks participants to explore Kiberlé Crenshaw’s model of intersectionality in relation to artistic communities. \n“Sonmin Bong is a first-generation Korean immigrant feminist who works\, plays and\, most importantly\, loves on unceded Coast Salish territories.She is a host and producer of Vancouver’s explicitly feminist radio show\, The F Word Media Collective\, on Vancouver Co-op Radio CFRO.  Her passion and interests include intersectionality\, racial justice\, food politics\, cultural exchange\, and interdependence. She is fuelled by womxn of colour’s righteous outrage\, resistance\, ancestral knowledge\, and wisdom.” \n“Jen Sung\, also goes by artist name Jen Sungshine\, is a queer Taiwanese artist-activist based in Vancouver\, BC. A facilitator by trade\, she works with creative technology and social justice media to evolutionize and revolutionize QTBIPOC visibility and community-based work through Love Intersections\, Our City of Colours\, Out in Schools and the Social Justice Institute at the University of British Columbia. Jen’s artistic practice involves learning through unlearning; and instead of calling you out\, she wants to call you in\, to make artful social change with her. In the audience\, she looks for art in your interruption.” \nActive listeners will be present for community care. Come prepared with questions\, suggestions and a respectful voice.\nThis discussion is a free event. Seating cannot be reserved in advance. \nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be available for this event.\n \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nHavana Accessibility Info:\nHavana Theatre is a mostly accessible venue.  \nTo reach the theatre\, you must pass through the restaurant to the gallery space. On the right\, is a black door leading into the theatre. There is a narrow hallway and two doors to access the performance space. This narrow hallway is possible for wheelchairs to pass through\, but can be difficult for larger scooters to maneuver. There are no stairs. Washrooms are located at the end of a hallway which is maneuverable but also narrow.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/talk-the-talk-intersectionality-and-arts-communities/
LOCATION:Havana Theatre\, 1212 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Development,Verses 2017
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170428T220000
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SUMMARY:Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Day Two Bouts at Havana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Canada’s best performance poets show us their strongest two and three minute poems to decide who will advance to finals. These Day Two bouts at  Havana Theatre are two of eight preliminary competitions that take place on Thursday and Friday nights here and at Cafe Deux Soleils during Verses Festival. The scores from these eight bouts determine the twelve poets who move on to compete in the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Championship (CIPS) final match on Saturday night. \nAll poetry performances on the stage are judged by volunteer audience members. That’s what make this poetry game so great. Which means we need you! \nBOUT 6 / 6:30 pm / Havana Theatre\nBOUT 8 / 8:00 pm / Havana Theatre \nNote the 6:30 start. Doors at 6. Get there early! \n  \nAdvance tickets for this night (both bouts included) are available for $8 on Brown Paper Tickets here: http://cipsdaytwohavana.bpt.me. Or $10 at the door\, cash only.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \n  \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info: \nHavana Theatre is a mostly accessible venue. To reach the theatre\, you must pass through the restaurant to the gallery space. On the right\, is a black door leading into the theatre. There is a narrow hallway and two doors to access the performance space. This narrow hallway is possible for wheelchairs to pass through\, but can be difficult for larger scooters to maneuver. There are no stairs. Washrooms are located at the end of a hallway which is maneuverable but also narrow.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/canadian-individual-poetry-slam-day-two-bouts-at-havana-theatre/
LOCATION:Havana Theatre\, 1212 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CIPS,poetry,Preliminary slam bouts,Slam,Verses 2017
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170428T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T055952
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SUMMARY:Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Day Two Bouts at Cafe Deux Soleils
DESCRIPTION:The tension builds as Canada’s best slam poets show us their strongest two and three minute poems to decide who will advance to finals. These Day Two bouts at Cafe Deux Soleils are two of eight preliminary competitions that take place on Thursday and Friday nights here and at Havana Theatre during Verses Festival. The scores and rankings from these eight matches will be tallied after the bouts Friday night to determine the twelve poets who move on to compete in the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Championship (CIPS) final match on Saturday night. \nAll poetry performances on the stage are judged by volunteer audience members. That’s what make this poetry game so great! \nBOUT 5 / 6:30 pm / Cafe Deux Soleils\nBOUT 7 / 8:00 pm / Cafe Deux Soleils \nNote the 6:30 start. Doors at 6. Get there early! \n  \nTickets for this night (both bouts included) are $10 at the door\, cash only.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info: \nCafé Deux Soleils has been the main venue for the Vancouver Poetry Slam since 1999. It is sold out every Monday by fans of spoken word poetry. It is an iconic venue run by a staff that are friendly and promote progressive values. \nCafé Deux Soleils is a semi-accessible venue to wheelchairs and scooters. They have recently completely renovated the bathrooms\, installing three ungendered stalls. However there is no wheelchair-accessible bathroom. Please read the full report from the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project for more details.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/canadian-individual-poetry-slam-day-two-bouts-at-cafe-deux-soleils/
LOCATION:Contact
CATEGORIES:CIPS,poetry,Preliminary slam bouts,Slam,Verses 2017
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UID:8015-1493379000-1493389800@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Radical (Re)Imaginings: Visions of a Queer Future: workshop with Amal Rana and Molly Billows
DESCRIPTION:Moving beyond reacting to the systems that oppress us\, and into future-building for the world/s we want to manifest\, we will create work in our voices and perspectives that the universe urgently needs to hear. Youth can sign up to work with two deeply thoughtful and experienced mentors/community activists and artists to create writing that will be shared as part of Saturday afternoon’s showcase.  \n\n$20 in advance here from Brown Paper Tickets. http://reimaginings.bpt.me. $25 door\, cash only.   \nFinancial access options available. Contact jillian@versesfestival.ca to request arrangements.  \n  \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info: \nHavana Theatre is a mostly accessible venue. To reach the theatre\, you must pass through the restaurant to the gallery space. On the right\, is a black door leading into the theatre. There is a narrow hallway and two doors to access the performance space. This narrow hallway is possible for wheelchairs to pass through\, but can be  difficult for larger scooters to maneuver. There are no stairs. Washrooms are located at the end of a hallway which is maneuverable but also narrow. \n 
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/radical-reimaginings-visions-of-a-queer-future-with-amal-rama-and-molly-billows-a-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Havana Theatre\, 1212 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Development,Verses 2017,Workshop,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T235900
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CREATED:20170330T064508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T064508Z
UID:8021-1493330400-1493337540@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Mighty Mike McGee & Friends with Sheri-D Wilson's Dragon Rouge Album Launch feat. The Orbiting Ouroboros
DESCRIPTION:Mike McGee knows how to throw a good party. Join in the latest edition of this epic bash\, where Mike introduces us to talented and charming pals he has gathered along his journeys. The night begins with Sheri-D Wilson launching her new collection of poetry\, ‘The Book of Sensations\,’ and new CD ‘Dragon Rouge’ (co-produced with Steve Berlin). She’ll be joined by ‘The Orbiting Ouroboros’ (mega-musicians Barry Reynolds\, Liam McDonald\, Dave Bauer\, Kenna Burima & Mark Williams).\n \nAdvance tickets can be purchased through Brown Paper Tickets here. http://mikemcgeeandsheri-d.bpt.me. At the door is cash only. There is an ATM downstairs in the lounge.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \n              \n  \n  \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info for Wise Hall: \nYou’ll note on arrival a set of 10 railed stairs leading into the Hall. The wheelchair accessible entrance is around back. For this event there will be someone posted at the back door throughout the event.  \nOnce inside\, you’ll find a spacious wood-floored hall\, open concept\, tables and chairs set up throughout. The stage (accessible only via stairs) is to your left\, and the washrooms towards the back of the hall. The washrooms are currently gendered\, but will be marked “gender neutral” for Verses. There are two sets of washrooms. The one to the right of the bar\, currently marked “women”\, is wheelchair accessible with no urinals and one additional stall. The one to the left of the bar is currently marked “men” is on the same level and is now wheelchair accessible\, with 2 urinals and one wheelchair access stall and one non-wheelchair access stall. The door has been adjusted to more easily fit wheelchair/scooter users. Overall the space is great.\n\nRead the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project’s WISE Hall overview for complete audit.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/mighty-mike-mcgee-friends-with-sheri-d/
CATEGORIES:Book launch,Comedy,Music,poetry,Spoken Word Marquee Series,Verses 2017
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T055952
CREATED:20170330T064442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T064442Z
UID:8018-1493317800-1493330400@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Day One Bouts at Havana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Forty of Canada’s best slam poets sling metaphors and match wits in four-minute and one-minute rounds.  These Day One bouts at  Havana Theatre are two of eight preliminary competitions that take place on Thursday and Friday nights here and at Cafe Deux Soleils during Verses Festival. The scores from these eight bouts determine the twelve poets who move on to compete in the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Championship (CIPS) final match on Saturday night. \nAll poetry performances on the stage are judged by volunteer audience members. That’s what make this poetry game so great. Which means we need you! \nBOUT 2 / 6:30 pm / Havana Theatre\nBOUT 4 / 8:00 pm / Havana Theatre \nNote the 6:30 start. Doors at 6. Get there early! \n  \nAdvance tickets for this night (both bouts included) are available for $8 on Brown Paper Tickets here: http://cipsdayonehavana.bpt.me. Or $10 at the door\, cash only.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses 2017 Early Bird Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here until April 10. \n  \nAccessibility Info: \nHavana Theatre is a mostly accessible venue. To reach the theatre\, you must pass through the restaurant to the gallery space. On the right\, is a black door leading into the theatre. There is a narrow hallway and two doors to access the performance space. This narrow hallway is possible for wheelchairs to pass through\, but can be  difficult for larger scooters to maneuver. There are no stairs. Washrooms are located at the end of a hallway which is maneuverable but also narrow.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/canadian-individual-poetry-slam-day-one-bouts-at-havana-theatre/
CATEGORIES:CIPS,poetry,Preliminary slam bouts,Slam,Verses 2017
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T064422Z
UID:8017-1493317800-1493330400@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Day One Bouts at Cafe Deux Soleils
DESCRIPTION:Forty of Canada’s best slam poets sling metaphors and match wits in four-minute and one-minute rounds.  These Day One bouts at Cafe Deux Soleils are two of eight preliminary competitions that take place on Thursday and Friday nights here and at Havana Theatre during Verses Festival. The scores from these eight bouts determine the twelve poets who move on to compete in the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Championship (CIPS) final match on Saturday night. All poetry performances on the stage are judged by volunteer audience members. That’s what make this poetry game so great. \n \nBOUT 1 / 6:30 pm / Cafe Deux Soleils\nBOUT 3 / 8:00 pm / Cafe Deux Soleils \nTickets for this night (both bouts included) are $10 at the door\, cash only.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nNote the 6:30 start. Doors at 6. Get there early! \nAccessibility Info: \nCafé Deux Soleils has been the main venue for the Vancouver Poetry Slam since 1999. It is sold out every Monday by fans of spoken word poetry. It is an iconic venue run by a staff that are friendly and promote progressive values. \nCafé Deux Soleils is a semi-accessible venue to wheelchairs and scooters. They have recently completely renovated the bathrooms\, installing three ungendered stalls. However there is no wheelchair-accessible bathroom. Please read the full report from the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project for more details.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/canadian-individual-poetry-slam-championship-preliminary-bouts-day-one-at-cafe-deux-soleils/
LOCATION:Contact
CATEGORIES:CIPS,poetry,Slam,Verses 2017
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T055952
CREATED:20170330T064344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211031T010237Z
UID:8012-1493305200-1493314200@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Spoken Word as Theatre Masterclass with Charlie Petch
DESCRIPTION:On the heels of their groundbreaking\, tender\, illuminating show Mel Malarkey Gets The Bum Rush\, Charlie Petch breathes new life into old vaudevillian form. Learn the versatility and depth of long form cabaret-style storytelling\, as Petch teaches us how to transform performance poetry into mesmerizing theatre that gives both audience and performer alike the opportunity to grow. \n$40 Advance Available here on Brown Paper Tickets. http://charliepetchmasterclass.bpt.me. $50 At Door. Cash only.\nWorkshops are not included in Verses Festival Passes. \nAll Ages workshop. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info: \nHavana Theatre is a mostly accessible venue. To reach the theatre\, you must pass through the restaurant to the gallery space. On the right\, is a black door leading into the theatre. There is a narrow hallway and two doors to access the performance space. These doors are not automatic but a door person will be present before the event. This narrow hallway is possible for wheelchairs to pass through\, but can be  difficult for larger scooters to maneuver. There are no stairs. Washrooms are located at the end of a hallway which is maneuverable but also narrow. The washrooms are gendered. 
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/spoken-word-as-theatre-masterclass-with-charlie-petch/
LOCATION:Havana Theatre\, 1212 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Development,Verses 2017,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170427T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T055952
CREATED:20170329T235315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170329T235315Z
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SUMMARY:Talk the Talk: Activism and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Guided by two qualified facilitators\, Deirdre Lee and Melanie Matining\, this talk is likely to engage with a number of topics that challenge and re-form our collective ideas of activism in the arts. \n“Deirdre Lee is a poet & performer\, a writer & a survivor. An artist who works in words & rhythms\, Deirdre Lee is as comfortable on stage as she is inside her own head.  Each of her performances are unique interactions with audiences\, energy & herself\, a bridge spanning the internal & external. A member of Hali Slam in 2015 & the 2017 team captain\, she is currently at work on her first album (which will include both stories & songs). Deirdre makes her home in Kjipuktuk\, near the Halifax harbour on unceded Mi’kmaq territory where she beads\, bakes & gets bossed around by her cats.” \n“Melanie Matining is a queer pin@y activist and community organizer on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples. Her work focuses on the importance of social spaces in movement building and the necessary intersections of community-determined access\, placemaking\, and solidarity building. She convenes communities to create platforms for celebration\, healing\, and just dancing it all out. She organizes queer events such as Denim Vest and Open Relationship\, which do exactly such. In the recent past\, she also worked as the Community Development Manager at Heartwood\, a social space that was centred on community and movement building. On the day to day\, Melanie walks everyday in love and liberation alongside communities working towards queer rights\, Indigenous solidarity\, and migrant justice.” \nActive listeners will be present for community care. Come prepared with questions\, suggestions and a respectful voice.\nThis discussion is a free event. Seating cannot be reserved in advance. \nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be available for this event.\n \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nHavana Accessibility Info:\nHavana Theatre is a mostly accessible venue. \nAccessibility Info: \nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be available for this event. \nHavana Theatre is a mostly accessible venue. To reach the theatre\, you must pass through the restaurant to the gallery space. On the right\, is a black door leading into the theatre. There is a narrow hallway and two doors to access the performance space. This narrow hallway is possible for wheelchairs to pass through\, but can be difficult for larger scooters to maneuver. There are no stairs. Washrooms are located at the end of a hallway which is maneuverable but also narrow.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/talk-the-talk-activism-and-the-arts/
LOCATION:Havana Theatre\, 1212 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Development,Verses 2017
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170426T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170426T235900
DTSTAMP:20260423T055952
CREATED:20170330T064220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T064220Z
UID:8010-1493242200-1493251140@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Mashed Poetics featuring Spice by the Spice Girls
DESCRIPTION:Mashed Poetics is a night of spoken word and music mash up.  We pick a music album\, find a cover band and ask poets to write new poems based on the songs.  Then we do it all up live with the poets performing in between songs. Mashed Poetics has been a part of the Verses festival and its earlier incarnation\, the VIP Festival\, since the beginning.  We’ve done it up big with an 11 piece band tribute to Aretha Franklin.  We’ve done it up loud with a show featuring RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE.  This year we chew on the best bubblegum the 90’s had to offer…SPICE by the SPICE GIRLS. \nWe have 10 poets and a 9 piece SPICE GIRLS cover band The SPICE Racks.  It’s all happening at our official Verses Festival venue\, The WISE Hall and Lounge at 1882 Adanac Street.  This will be a late show\, starting at 9:30. \nHere are the poets and the songs in order for the night.  As you can see we have a world class lineup for you once again this year. \nWannabe — Rebecca Lea Thomas \nSay You’ll Be There — Nisha Patel \n2 Become 1 — Betsy Warland \nLove Thing — Charlie Petch \nLast Time Lover — Lisa Webster \nMama — Fiona Tinwei Lam \nWho Do You Think You Are — Molly Billows \nSomething Kinda Funny — Kay Kassier \nNaked — Amal Rana \nIf U Can’t Dance — Mike McGee \nThere will be no intermission due to time constraints.  Tickets are $10 in advance through Brown Paper Tickets here and $12 at the door.  Get your advance tickets here: http://mashedpoeticsspice.bpt.me/\nAt the door is cash only. There is an ATM downstairs in the lounge. \nFree for all participating Verses Festival poets.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info for Wise Hall: \nYou’ll note on arrival a set of 10 railed stairs leading into the Hall. The wheelchair accessible entrance is around back. For this event there will be someone posted at the back door throughout the event.  \nOnce inside\, you’ll find a spacious wood-floored hall\, open concept\, tables and chairs set up throughout. The stage (accessible only via stairs) is to your left\, and the washrooms towards the back of the hall. The washrooms are currently gendered\, but will be marked “gender neutral” for Verses. There are two sets of washrooms. The one to the right of the bar\, currently marked “women”\, is wheelchair accessible with no urinals and one additional stall. The one to the left of the bar is currently marked “men” is on the same level and is now wheelchair accessible\, with 2 urinals and one wheelchair access stall and one non-wheelchair access stall. The door has been adjusted to more easily fit wheelchair/scooter users. Overall the space is great.\n\nRead the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project’s WISE Hall overview for complete audit.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/mashed-poetics-spice-by-the-spice-girls/
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Community Stage,Music,poetry,Verses 2017
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170426T210000
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SUMMARY:The Body Is Not An Apology: Sonya Renee Taylor and Denise Jolly
DESCRIPTION:An international movement cultivating global Radical Self Love and Body Empowerment. Believing that discrimination\, social inequality\, and injustice are manifestations of our inability to make peace with the body\, our own and others\, The Body Is Not An Apology fosters global\, radical\, unapologetic self-love which translates to radical human love and action in service toward a more just\, equitable and compassionate world. thebodyisnotanapology.com \nTBINAA Founder and poet Sonya Renee Taylor\, along with celebrated performer\, writer and activist\, Denise Jolly\, share insights into how forms of oppression can be manifestations of our inability to make peace with the body — our own and others. \n This event is at the Cultch Historic Theatre. Advance tickets for $17 (includes service charge) will be available soon at the Cultch Box Office online here\, and $22 (includes service charge) at the door at the Cultch Box Office. \nAdmission to this marquee event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis show is all ages. General admission. Box office and Will Call will open with doors at 6pm.\n \nThis show may contain strong language\, thought provoking issues\, and words that make you re-evaluate your life\, and possibly take action. \nTickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. \n****Accessibility update:\n\nDue to unforeseen challenges with this event\, ASL interpretation may not be available for the presented text as previously planned. We are attempting to asses whether interpretation will be possible for part of the presentation\, while we source other options such as projection for the pieces that will not be interpreted. We apologise deeply for this change and for the challenges it may cause anyone who was planning to attend and utilize the services of our ASL interpreter team. As we work with the Cultch and our team to resolve this issue\, we ask that any attendees who have need of interpretation please message Jillian at jillian.christmas@gmail.com with any questions\, concerns\, or thoughts around this process. If you have already purchased a ticket for tonight’s event with the expectation of full ASL support\, we would like to help resolve and repair any costs and/ or damage done by this late change. Thank you so much for your patience\, feedback and support in this matter. ****\n\nPlease see our accessibility update for more details.\n\nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nCultch Accessibility Info: \nThe Cultch underwent major renovations in 2008\, which included increasing accessibility for people with disabilities. \nAll areas but the balcony are wheelchair accessible. You can purchase tickets at the lowered counter outside\, then enter the main space via the wide automatic door. Once inside\, there is a vestibule leading into the main open-concept lobby. Continuing on\, you will find three washroom options: a fully wheelchair accessible single stall gender-neutral washroom\, and for Verses\, two gender-neutral washrooms each with a wheelchair accessible stall. Staff are friendly and able to assist in a variety of ways. \nSeats in the Cultch Historic Theatre have arms and are 18-1/2 inches wide. Arms can be removed on some seats by request. \nPlease note\, the Historic Theatre balcony is only accessible via the staircase. \nThere is no designated wheelchair accessible parking\, but there is street parking around the neighbourhood. As well\, there are two parking spots that can be used at the rear of the building. We suggest that people call the box office ahead of time to reserve access to these spaces. There is wheelchair accessible transit within 2 blocks\, and bicycle lock-ups outside. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, additions or corrections regarding this accessibility audit please email rampvancouver@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/the-body-is-not-an-apology-sonya-renee-taylor-and-denise-jolly/
LOCATION:ayanda
CATEGORIES:poetry,Spoken Word Marquee Series,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:Spoken Nerd
DESCRIPTION:What better place to proclaim your love for whatever turns on your nerdy nature than at the Storm Crow Tavern\, the geekiest gathering place in Vancouver? Costumes are welcomed in the audience or for performers. Go on\, dress up\, and step up to the mic. You will be in raucous good company! Featuring a set by shayne avec i grec.  \nBy donation. \n  \n\nStorm Crow Accessibility Info: \nStorm Crow Tavern has tables placed closely together and a very narrow hallway to the bathroom area. The bathrooms are single stall and not gendered.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/spoken-nerd-2/
LOCATION:Sheri-D
CATEGORIES:Open Mic,poetry,Verses 2017
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UID:8008-1493211600-1493217000@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:CIPS Poets Orientation
DESCRIPTION:  \nPoets participating in the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam are required to attend this orientation.The focus of CIPS Tournament Director Johnny Trinh will be on making sure everyone is aware of the rules and format of the tournament\, the location of the venues\, community resources available to them\, and the Honour Code (hint: play nice and everything will be groovy). \nPoets can also pick up their Festival Passes here\, if they have not already done so by checking in with door volunteers at events earlier in the week. You will also get your #vs17 t-shirt\, in your choice of red or pink.  \nBout Draw is below. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nCultch Accessibility Info: \nThe Cultch underwent major renovations in 2008\, which included increasing accessibility for people with disabilities. \nAll areas but the balcony of the Historic Theatre are wheelchair accessible. You can purchase tickets at the lowered counter outside\, then enter the main space via the wide automatic door. Once inside\, there is a vestibule leading into the main open-concept lobby. Continuing on\, you will find three washroom options: a fully wheelchair accessible single stall gender-neutral washroom\, and for Verses\, two gender-neutral washrooms each with a wheelchair accessible stall. Staff are friendly and able to assist in a variety of ways. \nSeats in the C-Lab have arms and are 19-1/2 inches wide. Arms can be removed on some seats by request. \nPlease note\, the Historic Theatre balcony is only accessible via the staircase. \nThere is no designated wheelchair accessible parking\, but there is street parking around the neighbourhood. As well\, there are two parking spots that can be used at the rear of the building. We suggest that people call the box office ahead of time to reserve access to these spaces. There is wheelchair accessible transit within 2 blocks\, and bicycle lock-ups outside. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, additions or corrections regarding this accessibility audit please email rampvancouver@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/cips-poets-orientation/
CATEGORIES:CIPS,Verses 2017
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T063915Z
UID:8007-1493204400-1493209800@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Sound Out Loud Workshop with Johnny Trinh
DESCRIPTION:Shhh… Before you speak a single word in the festival\, trained stage actor and performance poet\, Johnny Trinh\, nourishes our understanding of breath and body\, expanding our skills of projection and protecting what is for vocal performers\, our most valuable instrument. Lengthen the lifespan and strengthen the health of your voice. \n  \nYou can register for this workshop here at Brown Paper Tickets. $20 Advance. $25 At Door. \nRegistration fee for this workshop is not included in Festival Passes. This workshop is available to CIPS poets as part of their tournament registration. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nCultch Accessibility Info: \nThe Cultch underwent major renovations in 2008\, which included increasing accessibility for people with disabilities. \nAll areas but the balcony of the Historic Theatre are wheelchair accessible. You can purchase tickets at the lowered counter outside\, then enter the main space via the wide automatic door. Once inside\, there is a vestibule leading into the main open-concept lobby. Continuing on\, you will find three washroom options: a fully wheelchair accessible single stall gender-neutral washroom\, and for Verses\, two gender-neutral washrooms each with a wheelchair accessible stall. Staff are friendly and able to assist in a variety of ways. \nSeats in the C-Lab have arms and are 19-1/2 inches wide. Arms can be removed on some seats by request. \nPlease note\, the Historic Theatre balcony is only accessible via the staircase. \nThere is no designated wheelchair accessible parking\, but there is street parking around the neighbourhood. As well\, there are two parking spots that can be used at the rear of the building. We suggest that people call the box office ahead of time to reserve access to these spaces. There is wheelchair accessible transit within 2 blocks\, and bicycle lock-ups outside. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, additions or corrections regarding this accessibility audit please email rampvancouver@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/sound-out-loud-workshop-with-johnny-trinh/
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CATEGORIES:Development,Verses 2017,Workshop
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T063832Z
UID:8004-1493150400-1493159400@www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com
SUMMARY:Sounds Like Fire: Femme4Femme
DESCRIPTION:Amber Dawn\, Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha\, Kama La Mackerel\, and Kai Cheng Thom \nIn this femme-focussed showcase\, we are gifted the opportunity to the bear witness to brilliant magic born of community and coven\, care and creativity among four radical\, vulnerable\, and fiercely capable femmes\, building each other up in a world that pushes us to the verge of burning it all down. \nFemme4Femme is co-sponsored by Arsenal Pulp Press\, publishers of work by Amber Dawn\, Leah Lakshmi Peipzna-Samarashinha\, and Kai Cheng Thom. Thom’s book\, a place called No Homeland\, has its Vancouver launch at this event. Arsenal Pulp Press will be at the event selling books before\, during admission and after. \n  \nThis event is at the Cultch Historic Theatre. Advance tickets for $17 (includes service charge) will be available soon at the Cultch Box Office online here\, and $22 (includes service charge) at the door at the Cultch Box Office. \nAdmission to this marquee event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis show is all ages. General admission. Cash bar. Box office and Will Call will open with doors at 7pm. There will be an intermission partway through this showcase.\n \nThis show may contain strong language\, thought provoking issues\, and words that make you re-evaluate your life\, and possibly take action.  \nTickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. \nThis event will include ASL interpretation. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nCultch Accessibility Info: \nThe Cultch underwent major renovations in 2008\, which included increasing accessibility for people with disabilities. \nAll areas but the balcony are wheelchair accessible. You can purchase tickets at the lowered counter outside\, then enter the main space via the wide automatic door. Once inside\, there is a vestibule leading into the main open-concept lobby. Continuing on\, you will find three washroom options: a fully wheelchair accessible single stall gender-neutral washroom\, and for Verses\, two gender-neutral washrooms each with a wheelchair accessible stall. Staff are friendly and able to assist in a variety of ways. \nSeats in the Cultch Historic Theatre have arms and are 18-1/2 inches wide. Arms can be removed on some seats by request. \nPlease note\, the Historic Theatre balcony is only accessible via the staircase. \nThere is no designated wheelchair accessible parking\, but there is street parking around the neighbourhood. As well\, there are two parking spots that can be used at the rear of the building. We suggest that people call the box office ahead of time to reserve access to these spaces. There is wheelchair accessible transit within 2 blocks\, and bicycle lock-ups outside. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, additions or corrections regarding this accessibility audit please email rampvancouver@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/sounds-like-fire-femme4femme/
LOCATION:ayanda
CATEGORIES:Book launch,poetry,Spoken Word Marquee Series,Storytelling,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:Geist 104 vs Oratorealis 3 Launch
DESCRIPTION:Geist is the Canadian magazine of ideas and culture — fact + fiction\, photography and comix\, essays\, reviews\, and the weird and wonderful from the world of words. Issue 104 will be launched this night.  \nOratorealis publishes biannually Canadian spoken word and experimental poetry. Oratorealis is thrilled to be launching their third issue at this year’s Verses Festival of Words with a showcase of contributor performances. \nGeist Host: Roni Simunovic\nOratorealis Hosts: shayne avec i grec and Aaron Simm \nGeist Readers:\nJill Mandrake\nHenry Doyle\nBilleh Nickerson \nOratorealis Readers:\nLilija Valis\nFiona Tinwei Lam\nJohnny Trinh\nKevin Spenst \nThis event is at the Cultch C-Lab. Advance tickets for $12 (includes service charge) will be available soon at the Cultch Box Office online here\, and $14 (includes service charge) at the door at the Cultch Box Office. \nThis event will be followed by Sounds Like Fire: Femme4Femme Showcase at 8 pm in the Cultch Historic Theatre ($17 – $22).\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nCultch Accessibility Info: \nThe Cultch underwent major renovations in 2008\, which included increasing accessibility for people with disabilities. \nAll areas but the balcony of the Historic Theatre are wheelchair accessible. You can purchase tickets at the lowered counter outside\, then enter the main space via the wide automatic door. Once inside\, there is a vestibule leading into the main open-concept lobby. Continuing on\, you will find three washroom options: a fully wheelchair accessible single stall gender-neutral washroom\, and for Verses\, two gender-neutral washrooms each with a wheelchair accessible stall. Staff are friendly and able to assist in a variety of ways. \nSeats in the C-Lab have arms and are 19-1/2 inches wide. Arms can be removed on some seats by request. \nPlease note\, the Historic Theatre balcony is only accessible via the staircase. \nThere is no designated wheelchair accessible parking\, but there is street parking around the neighbourhood. As well\, there are two parking spots that can be used at the rear of the building. We suggest that people call the box office ahead of time to reserve access to these spaces. There is wheelchair accessible transit within 2 blocks\, and bicycle lock-ups outside. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, additions or corrections regarding this accessibility audit please email rampvancouver@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/geist-104-vs-oratorealis-3-launch/
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SUMMARY:2017 Van Slam Team Finals
DESCRIPTION:2017 Van SlamTeam Finals is part of Verses Festival of Words again! #VS17 #VersesFestival\nCelebrate the 21st annual Van Slam Finals Night with visiting feature Desireé Dallagiacomo. Vancouver’s top nine slam poets of the season compete for a spot on this year’s team to represent Van Slam at major tournaments and festivals across North America. Poets gain points by ranking in the top four at Van Slam throughout the year to qualify for this playoff event. \nDoors at 7; Slam at 8. \n  \nCompeting Poets include (in no particular order): \nKit Pacilla \nSpillious \nKay Kassirer \nBrianna Price \nMartina Dominique \nMolly Billows \nJohnny D. Trinh \nJulia Pileggi \nLip Balm \n  \nAdvance tickets $12 available at Brown Paper tickets here.\nAt the door tickets are $15\, cash only. There is an ATM in Lounge downstairs.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info for Wise Hall: \nYou’ll note on arrival a set of 10 railed stairs leading into the Hall. The wheelchair accessible entrance is around back. For this event there will be someone posted at the back door throughout the event.  \nOnce inside\, you’ll find a spacious wood-floored hall\, open concept\, tables and chairs set up throughout. The stage (accessible only via stairs) is to your left\, and the washrooms towards the back of the hall. The washrooms are currently gendered\, but will be marked “gender neutral” for Verses. There are two sets of washrooms. The one to the right of the bar\, currently marked “women”\, is wheelchair accessible with no urinals and one additional stall. The one to the left of the bar is currently marked “men” is on the same level and is now wheelchair accessible\, with 2 urinals and one wheelchair access stall and one non-wheelchair access stall. The door has been adjusted to more easily fit wheelchair/scooter users. Overall the space is great.\n\nRead the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project’s WISE Hall overview for complete audit.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/2017-van-slam-team-finals/
CATEGORIES:Community Stage,poetry,Slam,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:Youth Poetry Slam featuring Indigenuity Poet Justin Bige
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly youth poetry slam series continues in April but with an extra special bit of spice and hot sauce as we are also part of the Verses Festival of Words. \nNow that our playoffs are complete we’re going to have a fun slam for cash and prizes.  We’ll also have an extended open mic for those who are thinking about getting up on stage for the first time.  The youth slam is open to poets 13-20 years of age. \nAll that AND we’re going to be having a feature performance from one of the poets who performed at the Talking Stick Festival in the Indigenuity showcase: Justin Bige \n“Tawahum Justin Bige is a budding social justice activist and creative writing student from Surrey\, BC. He believes in decolonization first and foremost. In 2017\, he has performed his poetry at Talking Stick Festival’s Indigenuity\, Stop the Pipelines\, Start the Music visiting Kwantlen First Nation\, Vancouver Poetry Slam and Slamapalooza. Tawahum has spent his young adulthood connecting with his Dene and Cree roots\, and the Coast Salish roots of Vancouver and Surrey where he resides.” \n  \nDoors and sign up at 7.  Show at 8pm. \n$4 for 18 and under and $6-$10 for 19 and up.  Free to any Verses/CIPS poets with festival passes available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nIt’s cash only at the door.  Please be kind to our volunteers.  We acknowledge this event is taking place on the unceded territories of the Squamish\, Musqueam and Tsleil Waututh nations.  We also strive to have all of shows be trans friendly events and we hope you can help us accomplish those goals. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nThanks.  And see you at the slam. \nAccessibility Info: \nCafé Deux Soleils has been the main venue for the Vancouver Poetry Slam since 1999. It is sold out every Monday by fans of spoken word poetry. It is an iconic venue run by a staff that are friendly and promote progressive values. \nCafé Deux Soleils is a semi-accessible venue to wheelchairs and scooters. They have recently completely renovated the bathrooms\, installing three ungendered stalls. However there is no wheelchair-accessible bathroom. Please read the full report from the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project for more details.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/youth-poetry-slam-featuring-indigenuity-poets-justin-bige/
LOCATION:Contact
CATEGORIES:Open Mic,poetry,Slam,Verses 2017,Youth
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SUMMARY:Youth Poetry Slam featuring Justin Bige & Molly Billows
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly youth poetry slam series continues in April but with an extra special bit of spice and hot sauce as we are also part of the Verses Festival of Words. \nNow that our playoffs are complete we’re going to have a fun slam for cash and prizes. We’ll also have an extended open mic for those who are thinking about getting up on stage for the first time. The youth slam is open to poets 13-20 years of age. \nAll that AND we’re going to be having a feature performance from two of the poets who performed at the Talking Stick Festival in the Indigenuity showcase. Justin Bige and Molly Billows… \n“Tawahum Justin Bige is a budding social justice activist and creative writing student from Surrey\, BC. He believes in decolonization first and foremost. In 2017\, he has performed his poetry at Talking Stick Festival’s Indigenuity\, Stop the Pipelines\, Start the Music visiting Kwantlen First Nation\, Vancouver Poetry Slam and Slamapalooza. Tawahum has spent his young adulthood connecting with his Dene and Cree roots\, and the Coast Salish roots of Vancouver and Surrey where he resides. \nMolly Billows is swift waters\, secrets\, and salal berries. Northern Coast Salish from the Homalco Nation\, they were adopted-out and grew up in and around Victoria. They has been living as a visitor in Vancouver\, on the territories of the Musqueam\, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations since 2011. They are a queer\, mixed\, urban\, Indigenous feminist\, a spoken word poet\, facilitator and a youth worker. Molly hopes to weave together stories in ways that lift up their communities\, and contribute to collective healing\, rage\, resurgence and love.” \nDoors and sign up at 7. Show at 8pm. \n$4 for 18 and under and $6-$10 for 19 and up. Free to any Verses/CIPS poets with festival passes. \nIt’s cash only at the door. Please be kind to our volunteers. We acknowledge this event is taking place on the unceded territories of the Squamish\, Musqueam and Tsleil Waututh nations. We also strive to have all of shows be trans friendly events and we hope you can help us accomplish those goals. \nThanks. And see you at the slam. \nphoto of Justin and Molly by Chris Randle
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/youth-poetry-slam-featuring-justin-bige-molly-billows/
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SUMMARY:Van Slam Team Finals 2017
DESCRIPTION:Van Slam Team Finals \nCelebrate the 21st annual Van Slam Finals Night with visiting feature Desireé Dallagiacomo. Vancouver’s top nine slam poets of the season compete for a spot on this year’s team to represent Van Slam at major tournaments and festivals across North America. Poets gain points by ranking in the top four at Van Slam throughout the year to qualify for this playoff event. \nDoors at 7; Slam at 8. \nThe Last Chance Slam is happening Monday\, April 3 with the two semi-final Slam bouts happening April 10 and 17\, all at Cafe Deux Soleils. \nOnce competitors for the Finals have been determined at these slams\, the list of nine will be posted here. \nAdvance tickets $12 available at Brown Paper tickets here.\nAt the door tickets are $15\, cash only. There is an ATM in Lounge downstairs. \nAccessibility Info for Wise Hall: \nYou’ll note on arrival a set of railed stairs leading into the Hall. The wheelchair accessible entrance is around back. For certain events there will be someone posted at the door throughout the event and/or a bell system will be rigged up to ensure no one has to wait out there to be let in. If this has not been clarified by organizers already\, please consider contacting them for details. \nOnce inside\, you’ll find a spacious wood-floored hall\, open concept\, tables and chairs set up throughout. The stage (accessible only via stairs) is to your left\, and the washrooms towards the back of the hall. The washrooms are currently gendered\, but sometimes will be marked “gender neutral”. There are two sets of washrooms. The one to the left of the bar is currently marked “men” is on the same level and is now wheelchair accessible\, with 2 urinals and one wheelchair access stall and one non-wheelchair access stall. The one to the right of the bar\, currently marked “women”\, is wheelchair accessible with no urinals and one additional stall.\n*update as of June 2013\nRead the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project’s WISE Hall overview or complete audit.\n2013: please note that a new\, wheelchair accessible men’s bathroom has been created. The finishing touches are still being added\, and the door has been adjusted to more easily fit wheelchair/scooter users\, but overall the space is great.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/van-slam-final-2017/
LOCATION:Wise Hall\, 1882 Adanac St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V5L 4E5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Black Lives Matter Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Black Lives Matter Vancouver is the local chapter of the international group of activists calling for an end to police brutality\, and aiming to lift up Black voices. Curated by Cicely-Belle Blain and hosted by Holly Bishu\, this showcase gives space to the artists within the movement\, paying respect to the tireless intersectional work they have been doing here in Vancouver and giving audiences a chance to participate in the language of resistance. Together we celebrate and give thanks for their bold and resilient work. \n  \nPerformers:\nAfrodykie Zoe\nHannah Ali\nHolly Bishu\nKona Katranya\nYoueal Abera\nIvan Leonce \n  \nASL interpretation pending.\nUpdate:\n***unfortunately despite efforts to secure interpretation for today it will not be available for this event – All other events with interpretation listed are still covered and confirmed for ASL inclusion. *** \n  \nThis event is at the Cultch Historic Theatre. Advance tickets for $10 (includes service charge) will be available soon at the Cultch Box Office online here\, and $12 (includes service charge) at the door at the Cultch Box Office. \nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nCultch Accessibility Info: \nThe Cultch underwent major renovations in 2008\, which included increasing accessibility for people with disabilities. \nAll areas but the balcony are wheelchair accessible. You can purchase tickets at the lowered counter outside\, then enter the main space via the wide automatic door. Once inside\, there is a vestibule leading into the main open-concept lobby. Continuing on\, you will find three washroom options: a fully wheelchair accessible single stall gender-neutral washroom\, and for Verses\, two gender-neutral washrooms each with a wheelchair accessible stall. Staff are friendly and able to assist in a variety of ways.\nSeats in the Cultch Historic Theatre have arms and are 18-1/2 inches wide. Arms can be removed on some seats by request.\nPlease note\, the Historic Theatre balcony is only accessible via the staircase.\nThere is no designated wheelchair accessible parking\, but there is street parking around the neighbourhood. As well\, there are two parking spots that can be used at the rear of the building. We suggest that people call the box office ahead of time to reserve access to these spaces. There is wheelchair accessible transit within 2 blocks\, and bicycle lock-ups outside.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, additions or corrections regarding this accessibility audit please email rampvancouver@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/black-lives-matter-showcase/
LOCATION:ayanda
CATEGORIES:Community Stage,poetry,Storytelling,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:"Oceans to Sail" Showcase with Saul Williams and Guests
DESCRIPTION:“Oceans to Sail” Showcase Featuring Saul Williams and Guests \nSaul Williams is no stranger to conversations that permeate the collective minds of the diaspora. Reparations are within reach and he has a list of demands waiting to unravel from the tip of his revolutionary tongue. Bolstered by the work of local activists and artists Kimmortal\, Eugene Bae\, Khari Wendell McClelland and Dawn Pemberton\, Williams takes to the stage to gather workers for the resistance that is at our doorsteps. \n“come\, my love\nwe have oceans to sail”\n— Saul Williams\, Said the Shotgun to the Head\n\nTickets for “Oceans to Sail” are available here on Brown Paper Tickets. At the door is cash only. There is an ATM downstairs in the lounge.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info for Wise Hall: \nYou’ll note on arrival a set of 10 railed stairs leading into the Hall. The wheelchair accessible entrance is around back. For this event there will be someone posted at the back door throughout the event.  \nOnce inside\, you’ll find a spacious wood-floored hall\, open concept\, tables and chairs set up throughout. The stage (accessible only via stairs) is to your left\, and the washrooms towards the back of the hall. The washrooms are currently gendered\, but will be marked “gender neutral” for Verses. There are two sets of washrooms. The one to the right of the bar\, currently marked “women”\, is wheelchair accessible with no urinals and one additional stall. The one to the left of the bar is currently marked “men” is on the same level and is now wheelchair accessible\, with 2 urinals and one wheelchair access stall and one non-wheelchair access stall. The door has been adjusted to more easily fit wheelchair/scooter users. Overall the space is great.\n\nRead the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project’s WISE Hall overview for complete audit.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/oceans-to-sail-showcase-with-saul-williams-and-guests/
CATEGORIES:Music,poetry,Spoken Word Marquee Series,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:Jangle & Shout HullaVerses Remixer
DESCRIPTION:A literary afternoon delight! Music and words from many of the artists performing throughout the 2017 Verses Festival of Words\, with the best of performers from Hullabaloo youth spoken word competition thrown into the mix. Feast your ears on an all-you-can-handle buffet of words. Get a taste of the festival events in a space for the participating artists\, established and up-and-coming\, to meet and mingle. \nPerformers include:\nSaul Williams\nKhari McClelland\nAmber Dawn\nRC Weslowski\nMolly Billows\nAmal Rana\nJillian Christmas\nHullaballoo team winner (tbd April 22)\nHullaballoo Indie winner (tbd April 21)\nPamela Bentley\nJohnny MacRae\nRabbit Richards\nJohnny Trinh\n& more! \nAdvance tickets can be purchased through Brown Paper Tickets here. At the door is cash only. There is an ATM downstairs in the lounge.\nAdmission to this event is included in your Verses Festival Pass. Verses Passes are available at Brown Paper Tickets here. \nThis event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info for Wise Hall: \nYou’ll note on arrival a set of 10 railed stairs leading into the Hall. The wheelchair accessible entrance is around back. For this event there will be someone posted at the back door throughout the event.  \nOnce inside\, you’ll find a spacious wood-floored hall\, open concept\, tables and chairs set up throughout. The stage (accessible only via stairs) is to your left\, and the washrooms towards the back of the hall. The washrooms are currently gendered\, but will be marked “gender neutral” for Verses. There are two sets of washrooms. The one to the right of the bar\, currently marked “women”\, is wheelchair accessible with no urinals and one additional stall. The one to the left of the bar is currently marked “men” is on the same level and is now wheelchair accessible\, with 2 urinals and one wheelchair access stall and one non-wheelchair access stall. The door has been adjusted to more easily fit wheelchair/scooter users. Overall the space is great.\n\nRead the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project’s WISE Hall overview for complete audit. \n 
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/jangle-and-shout-hullaverses-remixer/
CATEGORIES:Hullabaloo 2017,poetry,Slam,Verses 2017,Youth
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SUMMARY:Saul Williams Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:“Williams has been breaking ground since his debut album\, Amethyst Rock Star\, was released in 2001.  After gaining global fame for his poetry and writings at the turn of the century\, Williams has performed in over 30 countries and read in over 300 universities\, with invitations that have spanned from the White House\, the Sydney Opera House\, Lincoln Center\, The Louvre\, The Getty Center\, Queen Elizabeth Hall\, to countless villages\, townships\, community centers\, and prisons across the world.” \nHis most recent work is Martyr Loser King (2016). “Written and recorded between Senegal\, Reunion Island\, Paris\, Haiti\, and New Orleans and New York\, Martyr Loser King is a multimedia project that engages the digital dialogue between the 1st and 3rd Worlds\, and the global street sounds that yoke the two.” (saulwilliams.com)\nOther works: US(a.) (2015)\, The Dead Emcee Scrolls (2006)\, Said the Shotgun to the Head (2003). \n\nWe are honoured to host him as one of our performers and facilitators in this year’s Verses Festival of Words. \n  \n$40 Advance Available here on Brown Paper Tickets; http://saulwilliamsmasterclass.bpt.me. $50 At Door. Cash only. There is an ATM in the lounge downstairs.\nMasterclasses and workshops are not included in Verses Festival of Words Early Bird Pass or regular Verses Festival of Words passes. \nAll Ages workshop. This event is a scent-reduced space. To assist us in our goal of increased access\, please be aware of our attempt to reduce the impact of personal scented products (perfumes\, scented oils\, etc) in our festival spaces. \nAccessibility Info for Wise Hall: \nYou’ll note on arrival a set of 10 railed stairs leading into the Hall. The wheelchair accessible entrance is around back. For this event there will be someone posted at the back door throughout the event.  \nOnce inside\, you’ll find a spacious wood-floored hall\, open concept\, tables and chairs set up throughout. The stage (accessible only via stairs) is to your left\, and the washrooms towards the back of the hall. The washrooms are currently gendered\, but will be marked “gender neutral” for Verses. There are two sets of washrooms. The one to the right of the bar\, currently marked “women”\, is wheelchair accessible with no urinals and one additional stall. The one to the left of the bar is currently marked “men” is on the same level and is now wheelchair accessible\, with 2 urinals and one wheelchair access stall and one non-wheelchair access stall. The door has been adjusted to more easily fit wheelchair/scooter users. Overall the space is great.\n\nRead the Radical Accessibility Mapping Project’s WISE Hall overview for complete audit.\n \n 
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/saul-williams-masterclass/
CATEGORIES:Development,Verses 2017,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Hullabaloo Finals featuring Jeremy Loveday
DESCRIPTION:The 7th annual HULLABALOO FINALS NIGHT will determine which school has the best poetic chops in all of British Columbia. Jeremy Loveday will start the evening with a feature set of her award-winning spoken word poetry. Then the top four teams from the preliminary bouts will face off against each other with the 2016 Hullabaloo team championship (and the Billy Sharkspeare Trophy) at stake! \nAlice MacKay Room.\nDoors: 7:00 PM; Start: 8:00 PM; End: 10:30 PM \nShow followed by after party with pizza & pop. \nAbout the feature: Jeremy Loveday is an award winning performance poet and 2X Victoria Poetry Slam Champion. Jeremy speaks his truth powerfully on social and environmental justice issues\, gender violence\, love\, manhood\, and leadership. His work has been featured on Upworthy\, Huffington Post\, CBC\, and in Claudia; one of Brazil`s largest magazines. His videopoem Masks Off – A Challenge to Men has been viewed over a million times\, has been translated into 6 languages and is taught in Universities and High School classrooms around the world. Jeremy is the Founder and Director of Victorious Voices youth spoken word festival and he has served as a Victoria City Councillor since 2014. \nOpen to the general public. All Ages. General seating. Seating cannot be reserved in advance. \nAccessibility info: \nThe VPL Central Branch has elevators to reach the downstairs rooms where the Hullabaloo events are being held. There are wheelchair accessible bathrooms. For more details\, refer to their list of facilities.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/hullabaloo-finals-featuring-jeremy-loveday/
LOCATION:What’s Happening at Vancouver Poetry House
CATEGORIES:Hullabaloo 2017,poetry,Slam,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:Hullabaloo Finals featuring Jeremy Loveday
DESCRIPTION:The 7th annual HULLABALOO FINALS NIGHT will determine which school has the best poetic chops in all of British Columbia. Jeremy Loveday will start the evening with a feature set of her award-winning spoken word poetry. Then the top four teams from the preliminary bouts will face off against each other with the 2016 Hullabaloo team championship (and the Billy Sharkspeare Trophy) at stake!\nAlice MacKay Room.\nDoors: 7:00 PM\nStart: 8:00 PM\nEnd: 10:30 PM\nShow followed by after party with pizza & pop.\nAbout the feature: Jeremy Loveday is an award winning performance poet and 2X Victoria Poetry Slam Champion. Jeremy speaks his truth powerfully on social and environmental justice issues\, gender violence\, love\, manhood\, and leadership. His work has been featured on Upworthy\, Huffington Post\, CBC\, and in Claudia; one of Brazil`s largest magazines. His videopoem Masks Off – A Challenge to Men has been viewed over a million times\, has been translated into 6 languages and is taught in Universities and High School classrooms around the world. Jeremy is the Founder and Director of Victorious Voices youth spoken word festival and he has served as a Victoria City Councillor since 2014.\nOpen to the general public. All Ages. General seating. Seating cannot be reserved in advance.\nAccessibility info:\nThe VPL Central Branch has elevators to reach the downstairs rooms where the Hullabaloo events are being held. There are wheelchair accessible bathrooms. For more details\, refer to their list of facilities.\nWhich of these amazing young artists takes home the Billy Sharkspeare trophy? Come find out!
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/hullabaloo-finals-featuring-jeremy-loveday-2/
LOCATION:Sonya Littlejohn features at the Van Slam
CATEGORIES:Hullabaloo 2017,Verses 2017,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:Hullabaloo Slams: Bouts 7 & 8
DESCRIPTION:The preliminary rounds come to an end\, with eight teams competing in two simultaneous slams!\nLocation: Alma VanDusen & Peter Kaye rooms (downstairs from the main concourse).\nDoors: 3:00 PM\nStart: 3:30 PM\nEnd: 5:00 PM\nEvery team in Hullabaloo will perform in one bout this afternoon\, either the first or second slate of prelims. The bout draw\, determining the time for each school’s bout\, will be conducted before the tournament begins.  All teams and audience members are encouraged to attend the entire evening\, especially Bouts 5 & 6 at 1:00 PM (and Hullabaloo Finals at 8:00 PM!)\nThe poems will be judged by five random members of the audience who are not directly affiliated with any of the poets or schools. They will give each poem a score between 0 and 10. We will drop the high and low scores\, and each poem will receive a total score out of 30. Each bout has four rounds (three rounds of solo poems and a group piece round) so the highest possible team score is 120.\nTeams:\nTBA\nOpen to the general public. All Ages. General seating. Seating cannot be reserved in advance.\nAccessibility info\nThe VPL Central Branch has elevators to reach the downstairs rooms where the Hullabaloo events are being held. There are wheelchair accessible bathrooms. For more details\, refer to their list of facilities.\nHullabaloo\, n. something that blows your mind\n 
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/hullabaloo-slams-bouts-7-8/
LOCATION:Sonya Littlejohn features at the Van Slam
CATEGORIES:Hullabaloo 2017
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SUMMARY:Hullabaloo Slams: Bouts 5 & 6 + 7 & 8
DESCRIPTION:The second slate of prelims kicks off\, with eight teams competing in their second slams! \nLocation: Alma VanDusen & Peter Kaye rooms (downstairs from the main concourse).\nBouts 5 & 6 – Doors: 1:00 PM; Start: 1:30 PM; End: 3:00 PM\nBouts 7 & 8 – Doors: 3:00 PM; Start: 3:30 PM; End 5:00 PM \nEvery team in Hullabaloo will perform in one bout this afternoon\, either the first or second slate of prelims. The bout draw\, determining the time for each school’s bout\, will be conducted before the tournament begins.  All teams and audience members are encouraged to attend the entire evening\, especially Bouts 7 & 8 at 3:00 PM (and Hullabaloo Finals at 8:00 PM!) \nThe poems will be judged by five random members of the audience who are not directly affiliated with any of the poets or schools. They will give each poem a score between 0 and 10. We will drop the high and low scores\, and each poem will receive a total score out of 30. Each bout has four rounds (three rounds of solo poems and a group piece round) so the highest possible team score is 120. \nTeams: \nTBA \nOpen to the general public. All Ages. General seating. Seating cannot be reserved in advance. \nAccessibility info \nThe VPL Central Branch has elevators to reach the downstairs rooms where the Hullabaloo events are being held. There are wheelchair accessible bathrooms. For more details\, refer to their list of facilities.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/hullabaloo-slams-bouts-5-6-and-7-8/
LOCATION:What’s Happening at Vancouver Poetry House
CATEGORIES:Hullabaloo 2017,poetry,Slam,Verses 2017
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SUMMARY:Hullabaloo Slams: Bouts 5 & 6
DESCRIPTION:The second slate of prelims kicks off\, with eight teams competing in their second slams!\nLocation: Alma VanDusen & Peter Kaye rooms (downstairs from the main concourse).\nDoors: 1:00 PM\nStart: 1:30 PM\nEnd: 3:00 PM\nEvery team in Hullabaloo will perform in one bout this afternoon\, either the first or second slate of prelims. The bout draw\, determining the time for each school’s bout\, will be conducted before the tournament begins.  All teams and audience members are encouraged to attend the entire evening\, especially Bouts 7 & 8 at 3:00 PM (and Hullabaloo Finals at 8:00 PM!)\nThe poems will be judged by five random members of the audience who are not directly affiliated with any of the poets or schools. They will give each poem a score between 0 and 10. We will drop the high and low scores\, and each poem will receive a total score out of 30. Each bout has four rounds (three rounds of solo poems and a group piece round) so the highest possible team score is 120.\nTeams:\nTBA\nOpen to the general public. All Ages. General seating. Seating cannot be reserved in advance.\nAccessibility info\nThe VPL Central Branch has elevators to reach the downstairs rooms where the Hullabaloo events are being held. There are wheelchair accessible bathrooms. For more details\, refer to their list of facilities.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/hullabaloo-slams-bouts-5-6/
LOCATION:Sonya Littlejohn features at the Van Slam
CATEGORIES:Hullabaloo 2017
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SUMMARY:Adventures in Poetryland Workshops
DESCRIPTION:The land of poetry spreads out far and vast. There’s a lot of territory to cover. You could spend a whole day just traveling from metaphor to extended metaphor. Then there’s rhyme and alliteration. Poets have spent years investigating the nooks and crannies of those areas. What about the magical land of improvisation? Or the dark arts of banter? What about the crafting of chapbooks? Or the martial discipline of mic technique? \nThere’s a lot to discover and if you’re a young\, aspiring poet\, this is your chance to travel through these lands with an experienced spoken word poet as your guide. \nAlma VanDusen & Peter Kaye Rooms\nStart: 10:00 AM\nEnd: 12:30 PM \nAdventures in Poetryland is a series of workshops on the different aspects of spoken word poetry. You sign up for the whole three-hour session\, during which you’ll circulate through a series of games\, lessons\, and exercises that will help you expand your poetic range and learn a whole lot more about how wide and varied the territory of poetryland is. \nOur All Star Slam poets – Johnny Trinh\, Charlie C Petch\, Dana I.D. Matthews\, and Rabbit Richards – offer four different 45-minute workshops that will help push your writing and performance to another level.  All participants take TWO (2) of the four workshops on offer.  (Due to limited capacity\, participants cannot be guaranteed their choice of workshop – but we’ll do our best!) \nBut how will you know which workshop to choose if you don’t know what workshops are on offer?  Well\, just keep reading and you’ll find out! \nAdventures in Poetryland Workshops: \nFinding Your Voice: Johnny Trinh \nDive into vocal technique! \nThis workshop will go over rudimentary and advanced exercises to help you find breath support\, articulate sounds\, and find appropriate vocal range to more effectively deliver your pieces. It will include some basic information on how you physically produce sound. You’ll learn quick techniques to do just before you step up to the mic\, as well as exercises before/after performance\, and while you PRACTICE so that you have good vocal health throughout your careers. Mild physical demand\, completely accessible\, all bodies and abilities welcome. \nLove Your Embarrassment: Charlie C Petch \nWhat makes us different should be what makes us the most proud. \nOpening with the performance of a poem on the theme\, this workshop offers you the chance to dive into the subjects that are “too embarrassing” to write about.  After the opening poem\, you’ll play icebreaker games that encourage you to talk about something you’ve been told is embarrassing\, or feel is embarrassing. You’ll be encouraged to write about this like it’s the best darn thing in the world\, then share the wonder with the other participants.  This workshop is ALL about living up to the Youth Slam’s motto: Be brave! Be weird! Be yourself! \nExamining the Heart of Your Poetry: Rabbit Richards \nYou’ve written a poem. You’ve put in effort to practice and possibly memorise it.  You’ve even performed it once at a slam.  But is the poem “done?” \nThis workshop delves into what makes a poem feel finished and how that evolves over the performance lifetime (both your own and the poem’s).  You’ll examine the interplay between the emotional landscapes of the poem\, yourself\, and your audience.  After reflecting on your own most frequently used performance tools\, you’ll explore those of other poets as a means of expanding your performance toolset – and maybe the heart of your poems. \nRhyme or Reason: Dana I.D. Matthews \nNo matter how you spit\, rhyming never hurts a bit! \nJoin Dana I.D. Matthews for an in-depth\, hands-on exploration of rhyme.  In this workshop\, you’ll get to see how effortless and fun rhyming can be through a series of games that help you build rhyming maps\, free-style stories\, scheme up metrics\, and create your own rhyming dictionary.  Along the way\, you’ll get to see rhyme in all its forms: whether as a fun way to play with words\, or as a poetic device integral to many oral traditions. \nThis is event is open to all BC Youth aged 13 to 18.  You must pre-register to attend.  General registration will open on MONDAY\, APRIL 10TH. \nPLEASE NOTE: Pre-registration does not guarantee you entry into the workshop series.  Registration will be available on a first come\, first serve basis.. \nAccessibility info: \nThe VPL Central Branch has elevators to reach the downstairs rooms where the Hullabaloo events are being held. There are wheelchair accessible bathrooms. For more details\, refer to their list of facilities.
URL:https://www.vancouverpoetryhouse.com/event/adventures-in-poetryland-workshops/
LOCATION:What’s Happening at Vancouver Poetry House
CATEGORIES:Development,Hullabaloo 2017,poetry,Verses 2017,Workshop,Youth
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