"Spoken word poetry is the art of performance poetry. I tell people it involves creating poetry that doesn't just want to sit on paper, that something about it demands it be heard out loud or witnessed in person."
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Sarah Kay, born on June 19, 1989, is a celebrated American spoken word poet, educator, and founder of the non-profit organization Project VOICE. Renowned for her poignant and accessible poetry, Kay gained fame through her TED Talks, which have inspired countless individuals around the globe. Her work emphasizes the power of storytelling and self-expression, resonating with audiences of all ages. With a legacy rooted in empowering young voices, Kay continues to transform the literary landscape and encourage creativity through her workshops and performances.
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"My first spoken word poem, packed with all the wisdom of a 14-year-old, was about the injustice of being seen as unfeminine. The poem was very indignant, and mainly exaggerated, but the only spoken word poetry that I had seen up until that point was mainly indignant, so I thought that that's what was expected of me."
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