As a part of the Brave New Voices Network, we are excited to host this virtual open mic session this summer! In advance of the annual Brave New Voices International Poetry Festival, we’re inviting all youth to take the mic and lean into their own METAMORPHOSIS. If you are a part of our Young, Lit & Free program, this is a perfect opportunity to connect with other teens across the country!
Read MoreWE’RE BRINGING IT BACK!
Check out this Informational Video about our Freedom School 2021 program, starting on June 14!
Read MoreFreedom School 2021 will look different for us. Read this official announcement to learn a bit more about our plans for this summer!
Read MoreAs an organization that proudly boasts a desire to be a safe community for all through the arts, we also wish to continue these efforts to ensure that inclusivity and openness and warmth is felt and presented at every event, in every program, and with every project. When we open the mic or when empower young people to open their hearts and minds, we do so with the goal of our mission: engaging, changing and saving ALL lives.
This calls on us to be evermore intentional about providing space for performers and artists from all backgrounds.
Read MoreThere’s nothing that we can say about this year that won’t be echoed by nearly every other human on the planet. However, thanks to our community of artists, dancers, poets, singers, activists, educators and learners, donors and community leaders, we were able to not only make it through this crazy year - we were able to stay active and continue serving our community while staying on mission.
Read MoreWhatever their gender identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or other-ability, we aspire to model brave spaces for all, and are committed to growing in this practice. We are committed to modeling diversity and inclusion as a part of the local arts industry of Lynchburg’s nonprofit sector, and to maintaining an inclusive atmosphere with equitable treatment for all.
Read MoreThere is no such thing as an over-night success. But I do believe wholeheartedly in best-kept secrets.
Welcome to The Get-Up.
Read MoreDifferent presenters will offer up their thoughts and insight on the four tracks of our conference experience: Art as Activism, Art in Education/Learning, Art as Healing & Art in Community Building. Check it out!
Read MoreWe can’t have a conference without crafting space to hear direct, unfiltered thoughts. Check out the panelists and faciliators who will be discussing “An Artist’s Responsibility”!
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