Elemen2al Features at Palabra!

Palabra!
7p Thursday, February 22nd

at Bread & Salt
1955 Julian Ave
San Diego, CA 92113

Hosted by Ted Washington and Julie Corrales

Featured Artist: Elemen2al
Bio:
Elemen2al, a powerful voice in the realm of spoken word, embarked on his poetic journey at Glassless Minds in Oceanside back in 2014. Since then, his impact has rippled across the globe. The author of “Calamity” (2021), his words have transcended boundaries, reaching even the Department of Corrections.
As a contributor to notable anthologies like “I Can’t Breathe Vol. 2,” “Once Upon A Poem,” and “Tribute to Black Men,” Elemen2al amplifies his commitment to social justice, championing truth and equity through his verses.
His performances have graced renowned stages, from the heart of Houston at Write About Now and The Poetry Lounge to the iconic Nuyorican Poets Café in New York and the historic Langston Hughes House in Harlem. Elemen2al’s poetic resonance extends to venues like NJPAC in Newark, NJ, showcasing the breadth of his impact.
Not only a wordsmith on stage, Elemen2al has held pivotal roles as the former Head of Tech and Producer of The Poets Lighthouse and The Poetry News for the Poetry Global Network. His reach spans continents, having been featured on 2 Venues 1 Mic, broadcasted live from the UK, as well as Beatnix, hosted by the Nuyorican Poets Café, and the Puerto Rican Day Parade.
In addition, Elemen2al is a key member of Team New York in the NJPAC North 2 Shore Festival and a part of The Pandemic Poets. His influence is felt in the virtual realm too, as a former host of the Monday Night Online Open Mic and current host of The Online Open Mic, presented by the Nuyorican Poets Café. His leadership extends to his role as the former president of the Performance Writers Club at Mira Costa College. Elemen2al’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of poetry and its ability to ignite change on both local and global scales.

Open mic follows.