A fusion of words, wit, and music!
This dynamic evening of poetry, comedy and music brings together some of the most celebrated voices in contemporary spoken word and performance. Featuring internationally acclaimed poet Rudy Francisco and award-winning poet, scholar and performer Javon Johnson, the show offers an unforgettable night of language, laughter, vulnerability and cultural reflection.
Hosted by Las Vegas–born comedian Shanna Christmas, whose sharp and charismatic comedic style brings warmth, edge and immediacy to the stage, the evening moves between humor, music and the emotional force of live poetry. DJ Kelly J will set the tone throughout the night, creating a vibrant sonic atmosphere from the moment audiences enter the space through the final applause.
Together, Francisco and Johnson represent two of the most influential voices in slam and spoken-word poetry. Francisco’s work is known for its emotional precision, accessibility and meditations on love, healing, masculinity and mental health. Johnson’s work sits at the intersection of Blackness, performance studies and spoken-word culture, blending intellectual rigor with powerful storytelling and embodied performance.
This event is designed as more than a poetry reading. It is a full evening of performance — part literary gathering, part comedy show, part communal celebration — bringing audiences into a shared space of joy, reflection, humor and testimony.
Purchase $15 general admission tickets online here.