Red Emma’s

It’s a new decade, but old oppression lingers, old challenges still haunt us.  The need for the arts generally, and poetry specifically, is as great as ever!  Join us for an open mic of justice, conscious thought, spirituality, fam, real life—whatever advances the village!  In the tradition of Emma Goldman’s “Mother Earth” magazine, come drop some rad “fiyah” on us, or contribute just with your presence and energy.  Our theme is “Peace, Justice, Poetry!”  By the way: it’s a non-erotic venue, so rather than a love & erotica evening, we focus this night on justice and other matters of life.  And, almost needless to say, leave the misogyny, homophobia and other unnecessary ish outside!Our feature, Roscoe Burnems (Douglas Powell), is an award winning spoken word artist and educator, born and raised in Richmond, VA. He is a National Poetry Slam champion, Underground Poetry Slam champion, two-time regional poetry slam team finalist, and multiple local grand slam champion.  Roscoe has published three recognized collections of poetry, has been published in a dozen literary magazines and journals over the years and has been a speaker for TedxYouth. When not competing or touring he conducts writing and performance workshops for schools and non-profits in RVA. https://roscoeb.webs.com/ Holdin’ it down for the evening is Analysis—poet/spoken word artist, bookseller, educator, minister, justice & human rights theoretician… Y’all know what’s up!  www.facebook.com/analysisthepoetTwitter and Instagram: @analysisthepoetwww.artistEcard.com/analysisthepoetThe MIC LIST will open at 5:00PM.  FREE ADMISSION!  [We will take a collection to support the feature.](Mature language and themes may be involved; not suggested for younger children.) Remember: PEACE, JUSTICE, POETRY!!  Will we see you there?  :)