Noted performance poet Samuel Hawkins II will introduce participants to spoken word poetry in this workshop, helping to increase participants' skills and comfort in performing their own work in front of an audience. The workshop will take place in the mezzanine level of the Historic Chateau Theatre.

Space is limited to 15 participants. Registration is required for this event, and cancellations will not be refunded after February 15. 

Samuel Hawkins was born in the volunteer state but raised in bluegrass and influenced by jazz and Hip Hop to bring you a spoken-word experience that will not only entertain, but will also make you think. Samuel has published two books of poetry, "This is Why Kids Wanna stay up Late" and "The Greatest Story ever Sold." From festivals, colleges, and conventions Samuel has wowed and moved audiences across the nation.

This event is sponsored by Southeastern Minnesota Poets, a chapter of the League of Minnesota Poets. This event is hosted in collaboration with Threshold Arts.