BLACK POETRY THEATER
TELLING STORIES THROUGH VERSE AND PERFORMANCE
Season Overview
A Season of Mystery
This season we will be embarking on a journey of mystery and intrigue. We have two shows for you, one this winter and one this spring. Be prepared to laugh, wonder, question, and uncover as you go on this adventure with us.
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Founders
Joseph “Church” Churchwell is a creative graphic designer and project manager with more than 10 years of experience in design, branding and marketing development. His company, JRC3, produces billboards, T-shirts, logos, flyers/posters, marketing and branding campaigns. Church is also a poet, spoken word artist, motivational speaker and playwright.
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Technical Director
Dasan Ahanu is a award winning poet and performance artist, public speaker, community organizer, educator, scholar and emcee. He has performed across the country, appeared on national radio and TV, published three books of poetry, been featured in various periodicals and released numerous recordings. He works with organizations and institutions to develop effective arts strategies to enhance their work in the community.