Do you love to write? Would you like to see your ideas come alive on stage? If so, this workshop is perfect for you.

Unleash your inner poet and explore the power of performing spoken word! We're thrilled to invite you to a free, one-hour workshop led by Maya Williams, the esteemed poet laureate of Portland, ME. This session is crafted for teens 16+ and adults who are eager to dive into the dynamic world of spoken word poetry.

Maya will take you through sessions crafted to boost your creativity, bring out your unique voice, and strengthen your confidence as a performer. This workshop introduces you to the art form, and for those looking for more extensive learning, we have 10-week classes catered to different age groups.

Spaces are limited, so don't miss this chance to sign up, be inspired, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. For more information and to register, go to https://www.royalrivercommunityplayers.com/workshops

About Maya

Maya Williams (ey/they/she) is a religious Black multiracial nonbinary suicide survivor who was selected as Portland, ME's seventh poet laureate for a July 2021 to July 2024 term. Maya received a MFA in Creative Writing with a Focus in Poetry from Randolph College in June 2022. Eir debut poetry collection Judas & Suicide (Game Over Books, 2023) was selected as a finalist for a New England Book Award. Their second poetry collection, Refused a Second Date (Harbor Editions, 2023), was selected as a finalist for a Maine Literary Award. Their third poetry collection, What's So Wrong with a Pity Party Anyway?, was selected as one of four winners of Garden Party Collective's chapbook prize in 2024. Maya was one of three artists of