Join us for this five-week spoken word workshop for high school students. Learn to transform the most important parts of your life into powerful spoken word performances.
Online WORKSHOP
Each Thursday, July 30 – August 27, 2020, 7-9pm EDT
Led by Cynthia Arrieu-King and Jacob L. Camacho
Limited to 15 participants
Filled. Wait list available.
What are yur truthos? In this workshop, we will combine personal moments and feelings with public delivery. After exploring different examples of spoken word, we will write poems that work as both page pieces and performance poems.
Each week, you will receive an online lesson including performance videos to watch and a prompt that will challenge you to transform an aspect of your life into living spoken word. Feedback from your workshop leaders and fellow participants will help you develop what you write into a finished, polished piece. Designed for both beginning and experienced writers, this workshop will help you start something new or complete works in progress.
“Everyone was very supportive and welcoming.“
~ Sherrie, Bridgeton, NJ
FACULTY
Workshop co-Leaders
Cynthia Arrieu-King is an associate professor of creative writing at Stockton University and a former Kundiman fellow. Her poetry books include People are Tiny in Paintings of China;Manifest, winner of the Gatewood Prize selected by Harryette Mullen; and Futureless Languages. Her poems have appeared in Poetry, the tiny, American Poetry Review, TriQuarterly and others. Through the office of Global Engagement at Stockton, she is planning a faculty led tour to Iceland through the material cultures course GIS Quilts. Read some of her poems here.
Jacob L. Camacho is a CHamoru writer, educator, and activist born and raised in Guahan (Guam), of Islas Marianas. He received his Creative Writing MFA from Rutgers University, Camden. He is an alumni of The University of Guam and UCLA’s Extension Writers Program. Currently, he is a Visiting Assistant Professor at Stockton University, a writer for Philadelphia’s TrailOff and co-founder of the Move Mountains Project 501(c)(3) in San Luis, Colorado. He is a former English Teacher at Philadelphia’s alternative high school, CADI, and NJ’s YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties Academic Coach. His stories and poems have been featured in University of Guam’s Storyboard, University of Hawai’i’s Indigenous Literatures from Micronesia and Philadelphia’s MadHouse Magazine.
“Thank you for this opportunity to be inspired and encouraged!”
~ Jennifer, Newfoundland, NJ
How It Works
Schedule
We will meet each Thursday for five weeks, starting July 30 and ending August 27.
Week 1: Thursday, July 30, 7:00-9:00pm EDT
Week 2: Thursday, August 6, 7:00-9:00pm EDT
Week 3: Thursday, August 13, 7:00-9:00pm EDT
Week 4: Thursday, August 20, 7:00-9:00pm EDT
Week 5: Thursday, August 27, 7:00-9:00pm EDT
technical requirements
Materials for the course will be shared using a free online platform called Canvas. You will need a computer or tablet and internet access in order to use Canvas. You will also need access to word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word).
We will hold our virtual sessions over the platform Zoom. To fully participate in these, you will need access to a webcam and microphone. Those built in to a laptop, tablet or smart phone will do.
Pricing + Registration
Filled. Wait list available.
Tuition — SLIDING SCALE: $25-$75
Tuition for this program is based on a sliding scale between $25 and $75.
If you are able to pay at the higher end of the scale, you will help Murphy Writing offer affordable programming and scholarships for writers.
If you have trouble registering online, or if you don’t receive an email confirming your online registration within 24 hours, email us at info@murphywriting.com.
Tuition INCLUDEs
- A curated selection of performance videos, craft notes and prompts to inspire you for 5 weeks
- Access to Zoom lessons, where you can share your writing and interact with workshop leaders and participants
- Personalized feedback from your workshop leaders
If you have trouble registering online, or if you don’t receive an email confirming your online registration within 24 hours, email us at info@murphywriting.com.
The Fine Print
- By registering for this program, you are agreeing to uphold our Code of Conduct
- Full fee due upon registration
Cancellation Policy
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I’m new to writing workshops. Will I fit in?
Absolutely! Our experienced workshop leaders plan their courses to benefit both beginning and experienced writers. We pride ourselves on building an encouraging community of writers where all feel welcome.
How old do I have to be to take this workshop?
This workshop is designed for high school students, but we may be able to make exceptions for younger students. Email us at info@murphywriting.com for more information.
I’ve never taken an online workshop before. Do I need special equipment?
No. If you’re reading this website, you probably have everything you need to take this course. You can participate using a laptop or desktop computer, or even a tablet or smart phone.
Questions?
Call 609-626-3594 or email info@murphywriting.com.
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