Brooklyn Poetry Slam – Special Guest – Joel Leon

Join us for an electrifying evening of spoken word at the Brooklyn Poetry Slam, where voices rise, stories collide, and poetry comes alive on stage.

This live event brings together poets, performers, and community members for a powerful showcase of original work ranging from personal storytelling to social commentary and creative expression. Expect an intimate yet high-energy atmosphere where words take center stage and every performance is a moment of connection.

Whether you’re a seasoned poet or simply a lover of language, this is a space to listen, feel, and be inspired. Come experience the rhythm, emotion, and raw creativity that defines Brooklyn’s spoken word scene.

Dates & Special Guests:

Friday

May 22 – Joel Léon

Friday

June 12, 2026 – Robert Jones Jr. 

Friday

July 24, 2026 (BKHP Retreat Fellows Culminating Reading) – Special Guest – Juliet Gray

Friday

Aug 14, 2026 – Tamela Gordon

About BKPS

Brooklyn Poetry Slam, is an ongoing literary and literacy series amplifying poetry in the Brooklyn community for over a decade! Led by the remarkable co-founders Mahogany L. Browne & Jive Poetic.