YAHSpeak
"Speak Out!"
Truly Unique among poets, YAHSpeak is an inspirational and dramatic spoken word ensemble founded by Dr. Chris T. Pernell, which she began after volunteering at the local juvenile detention center in Newark, New Jersey. Impressed with the ability of art to transform lives and engage hearts and minds, she assembled a coterie of rich, vibrant and anointed voices–-all with a love of language and calling to speak.
The troupe writes original works based on historical, cultural and autobiographical events. YAHSpeak is comprised of various professionals, including aspiring authors, creative artists, ministers, and physicians. The group performs regularly at community showcases, universities, local schools, poetry competitions, cultural events, and houses of worship. Whether on the block, in the pew or pulpit, or hallowed halls and institutions, YAHSpeak dares to take spoken word to unparalleled heights and unrivaled mastery.
The ensemble has been commissioned to commemorate the lives of notable public servants, including the Honorable Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm and Congressman Donald Payne Sr.
YAHSpeak is art that heals, preaches, teaches and uplifts. Its vision is to captivate young minds, make poetry accessible to the masses, and imbue all with a passion for words and literature.
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