SPEAKout Poetry
  • January23rd

    No Comments

    Months of preparation and high anticipation came down to one day and when it did come it flew by before our very own eyes. Saturday, January 21, 2012 is so remembered and deeply ingrained in the minds of many people, and for a good reason. SPEAKout Poetry for the first time in its three years of existence brought its spoken word poetry slam to Hamilton. This event in collaboration with Cordoba House was hosted at the Art Gallery of Hamilton’s Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Pavilion. The day started with beams of glorious winter sunlight bathing the gallery’s walls and casting shadows across rare editions of paintings, photographs, illustrations, sculptures, each one a reminder of how art still enthralls. People took advantage of the pleasant weather and came from as far as Ottawa, London, Guelph, east-end Toronto and Kingston. The night was greeted with rapt enthusiasm and was surrounded by a lot of positive energy. Read More | Comments

  • January20th

    No Comments

    As this city bids adieu to another day the hours tick away ushering in a dawn of a brand new beginning. This date won’t be like any another for it won’t be just another Saturday. In the eerie afterglow of winter night Hamiltonians know that a great presence is about to take over their city. In the dead of winter, fallen snow glistens against the dark of the night. The streetlights cast a warm glow. Even the stars twinkle a bit brighter above in the night sky. Read More | Comments

  • December22nd

    No Comments

    Greetings Slam Enthusiasts!

    Wanted to be part of SPEAKout‘s upcoming slam but could not make the December 19th deadline? Well, you’re in good company. Due to circumstances beyond our control the deadline to apply to compete at SPEAKout‘s spoken word poetry slam has been extended. Cheers!

    Read More | Comments

  • December12th

    No Comments

    It’s the time of year that reminds us of many things. Although we may all celebrate different holidays, we can all share in the atmosphere of the season that is upon us. There is a certain pressure in the air, a weight that comes at the end of a calendar that forces us to think back on what the year has brought us. Read More | Comments