Spoken Word with Rudy Francisco
Date and Time
Sep 24, 2017 7:30 pm
Location
Brookland
625 Monroe St NE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20017
Sep 24, 2017 7:30 pm
Brookland
Join one of the most recognizable names in Spoken Word Poetry for this intimate performance.Â
Rudy Francisco seeks to create work that promotes healthy dialogue, discourse and social change. As an artist, Rudy is an amalgamation of social critique, introspection, honesty and humor. He uses personal narratives to discuss the politics of race, class, gender and religion while simultaneously pinpointing and reinforcing the interconnected nature of human existence. Rudy Francisco has shared stages with prominent artists such as Gladys Knight, Jordin Sparks, Musiq Soul Child, and Jill Scott. He is also the co-host of the largest poetry venue in San Diego, competes in domestic and international poetry slam competitions and had the honor of being nominated for an NAACP Image Award. Ultimately, Rudy's goal is to continue to assist others in harnessing their creativity while cultivating his own. Rudy Francisco is the 2009 National Underground Poetry Slam Champion, 2010 Individual World Poetry Slam Champion and appeared on TV One’s “Verses and Flow.â€Â
Tickets: $20
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Doors open at 7:30pm. Show starts at 8:00pm.Â
