Upcoming Events
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Past Events
Northwestern APAC x Kaibigan x Luya Poetry
When: May 14th 6:30PM via Zoom
Click here to register
I will be performing a poetry set with my loved ones at Luya Poetry <3
When: May 14th 6:30PM via Zoom
Click here to register
I will be performing a poetry set with my loved ones at Luya Poetry <3
Desert Diwata Presents: What Is Precious To Us - Poetry Fundraiser for Protection Kits
When: May 6, 2021 6:30-8PM MST
Click here to register
Where: Zoom link will be provided for those who register, and sent out day of event!
Join us as we raise money for 25 protection kits (pepper spray, anti-anxiety tinctures - Lux Herbals, protection tea lights - Feelin' CVNTY, TBA) for Black, Indigenous, Asian, Latinx elders, queer & trans people, & sex workers at all intersections of these identities and positionings. We are looking to raise $800 to cover the kits and artist fees. Information on how to receive a kit will be shared at a later date.
Event will be primarily in english. Closed captions will be provided. We will send the Zoom link the day of!
Featuring:
Anna Flores
Shantia Elise
Drayla Vanrachack
Erin Kong
Venmo: desertdiwata
When: May 6, 2021 6:30-8PM MST
Click here to register
Where: Zoom link will be provided for those who register, and sent out day of event!
Join us as we raise money for 25 protection kits (pepper spray, anti-anxiety tinctures - Lux Herbals, protection tea lights - Feelin' CVNTY, TBA) for Black, Indigenous, Asian, Latinx elders, queer & trans people, & sex workers at all intersections of these identities and positionings. We are looking to raise $800 to cover the kits and artist fees. Information on how to receive a kit will be shared at a later date.
Event will be primarily in english. Closed captions will be provided. We will send the Zoom link the day of!
Featuring:
Anna Flores
Shantia Elise
Drayla Vanrachack
Erin Kong
Venmo: desertdiwata
Phoenix College LIberal Arts Department Presents: Erin Kong
When: Thursday, April 21, 2021 at 1:00PM MST
Where: Join via Phoenix College Zoom
When: Thursday, April 21, 2021 at 1:00PM MST
Where: Join via Phoenix College Zoom
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"Are you there, Moon? It's me." A Luya Poetry and Desert Diwata Collaborative Workshop
March 21 & 28, 5PM MST & 6PM CT
Click HERE to register
March 21 & 28, 5PM MST & 6PM CT
Click HERE to register
Anakbayan PHX Presents: A Night For Sacred Sites
Friday, February 19 at 6PM MST registration link: tinyurl.com/absacrednight |
The Color Cabaret (ASU Music Theatre & Opera)
Feb. 20 at 7PM and Feb. 21 at 2PM MST streaming link: vimeo.com/asumusictheatre |
This Friday, I will be performing at poetry at Anakbayan PHX's open mic/fundraiser for Black Mesa Resistance! It will be a beautiful night of art and performance with proceeds going to support Navajo land defenders.
Then, this Saturday and Sunday, I will be facilitating a Q&A with students performing at The Color Cabaret through ASU Music Theatre & Opera! This showcase is directed by BIPOC students, showcasing the talents of BIPOC musical theatre students.
Then, this Saturday and Sunday, I will be facilitating a Q&A with students performing at The Color Cabaret through ASU Music Theatre & Opera! This showcase is directed by BIPOC students, showcasing the talents of BIPOC musical theatre students.
The Ox Reading
January 13, 6-8PM MST
in collaboration with Sprawl Mag and The Reading Series
CLICK HERE to REGISTER!
Hi everyone! Happy New Year!
I will be convening on behalf of community organization, Desert Diwata, in collaboration with The Reading Series in Tucson to celebrate Sprawl Mag's 1-year anniversary.
Join us for a fun night celebrating the new year, with readings from local poets Chervanna Givens, Drayla Vanrachack, and Julia Kinu. If you're interested, sign up for the open mic afterwards (limited spots available). Hope to see you all there!
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Community Conversations
October 23, 5:30PM PST/MST
@lifeofayoungrealist
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Hi all! Friday, October 23, I will be participating in Community Conversations in collaboration with @lifeofayoungrealist, offering a Write-It-Out exercise during a dialogue about healing and anxiety. I'll be offering a creative exercise, alongside breathing and intention setting (facilitated by Raji Ganesan), community discussion (facilitated by Niamey Thomas), and the science + tools to overcome (facilitated by Milena).
"Community Connection is a space for dialogue in the many issues that are affecting our communities. In dealing with these difficult conversations we hope to seek healing, restoration, and resolution; within ourselves, within our communities, and within the society as a whole. These gatherings will be limited as we desire to create a safe + intimate space for people to learn, grow, and seek."
-- Life of a Young Realist
October 23, 5:30PM PST/MST
@lifeofayoungrealist
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Hi all! Friday, October 23, I will be participating in Community Conversations in collaboration with @lifeofayoungrealist, offering a Write-It-Out exercise during a dialogue about healing and anxiety. I'll be offering a creative exercise, alongside breathing and intention setting (facilitated by Raji Ganesan), community discussion (facilitated by Niamey Thomas), and the science + tools to overcome (facilitated by Milena).
"Community Connection is a space for dialogue in the many issues that are affecting our communities. In dealing with these difficult conversations we hope to seek healing, restoration, and resolution; within ourselves, within our communities, and within the society as a whole. These gatherings will be limited as we desire to create a safe + intimate space for people to learn, grow, and seek."
-- Life of a Young Realist
The Reading Series: The Cancer Reading
Featuring: Erin Kong
DJ: DJ KP
Tarot: ASOLAS
Saturday, June 11 from 5-7PM
thereadingtucson@gmail.com
Featuring: Erin Kong
DJ: DJ KP
Tarot: ASOLAS
Saturday, June 11 from 5-7PM
thereadingtucson@gmail.com
LUYA #21: Land / houseparty edition
hi! i will be featuring at Luya Poetry's Open Mic, Wednesday, May 13, themed "Land."
Doors open 7:30PM CST, Show begins 8:00PM CST
TWO WAYS TO JOIN THE PARTY!
(1) Get on Zoom with us (requires download) so you can participate in the chat, and see other attendees in real-time!
(2) Go to luyapoetry.com to watch the livestream - works on desktop and mobile, no download necessary (and no ability for chat reactions)
Click HERE if you would like to perform at the open mic portion
Click HERE to RSVP for the event on Facebook
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ABOUT LUYA
Luya (@luyapoetry) is a local poetry organization that uplifts the voices and experiences of people of color. Luya (Tagalog for “ginger”) is used as both a spice and a remedy across many cultures, and we bring this spirit of nourishment and healing to every workshop, performance, and open mic space we create. We believe deeply in using poetry to bring communities of color together, to build solidarity around the issues that are important to us, and to reclaim our cultures and histories.
Our monthly spoken word open mic series is a welcoming space for poets of color to express themselves to an audience that understands where they’re coming from. Whether you're a spoken word veteran, or someone just starting to find your voice, we're here for you. Perform with or without music, alone or in a group, stick to the theme or don’t – all we ask is that you bring your whole self to the mic.
Organized by multidisciplinary artists from the Asian diaspora, our open mic aims to bring the community together, and showcase local Chicago-area talent.
If you’d like to collaborate with us, email us at luyapoetry@gmail.com
Doors open 7:30PM CST, Show begins 8:00PM CST
TWO WAYS TO JOIN THE PARTY!
(1) Get on Zoom with us (requires download) so you can participate in the chat, and see other attendees in real-time!
(2) Go to luyapoetry.com to watch the livestream - works on desktop and mobile, no download necessary (and no ability for chat reactions)
Click HERE if you would like to perform at the open mic portion
Click HERE to RSVP for the event on Facebook
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ABOUT LUYA
Luya (@luyapoetry) is a local poetry organization that uplifts the voices and experiences of people of color. Luya (Tagalog for “ginger”) is used as both a spice and a remedy across many cultures, and we bring this spirit of nourishment and healing to every workshop, performance, and open mic space we create. We believe deeply in using poetry to bring communities of color together, to build solidarity around the issues that are important to us, and to reclaim our cultures and histories.
Our monthly spoken word open mic series is a welcoming space for poets of color to express themselves to an audience that understands where they’re coming from. Whether you're a spoken word veteran, or someone just starting to find your voice, we're here for you. Perform with or without music, alone or in a group, stick to the theme or don’t – all we ask is that you bring your whole self to the mic.
Organized by multidisciplinary artists from the Asian diaspora, our open mic aims to bring the community together, and showcase local Chicago-area talent.
If you’d like to collaborate with us, email us at luyapoetry@gmail.com
A Night with Erin Kong
REGISTER for EVENT HERE: http://links.asu.edu/erinkong
Wednesday, April 22, 2020 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Come say hi & join us for an interactive poetry-filled evening presenting works from my collection “korean mourning rituals.” Followed by a Q&A and craft conversation about intergenerational memory and mythology, and their use in poetry and everyday life. Special guest artists include Megan Atencia and Raji Ganesan. Through AAPASC at Arizona State University.
