<p>Join the next generation of playwrights (Philadelphia Young Playwrights), spoken word poets (Vote That Jawn) and songwriters (Esperanza’s band, Paradox), for an honest look at what it means to use your voice for art and mandate change. Smaller groups moderated by author and Vote That Jawn founder Lorene Cary. Not a bad start to your “how I spent my summer break” essay. </p>

Join the next generation of playwrights (Philadelphia Young Playwrights), spoken word poets (Vote That Jawn) and songwriters (Esperanza’s band, Paradox), for an honest look at what it means to use your voice for art and mandate change. Smaller groups moderated by author and Vote That Jawn founder Lorene Cary. Not a bad start to your “how I spent my summer break” essay. 

Barnes & Noble

Salonish: Fresh Ink, New Voices

Free ticket w/RSVP

ArtPhilly

ArtPhilly’s What Now: 2026 represents a major collaborative moment in Philadelphia and the surrounding region. Our city-wide multi-disciplinary festival will foreground Philadelphia’s creative voices, placing artists, neighborhoods and arts organizations.