Thoughtful Expressions Registration 2025

Thoughtful Expressions @ The Art O Mat

Partnership between Wilmington Alliance and G'Jurel Jones.
Program Series: May 12th, May 19th, June 2nd, June 9th, June 16th, & June 23rd

Days of The Week: Mondays

Time: 5:30-7:00PM

Location: Art O Mat (501 W. 7th Street Wilmington, DE 19801)

Program Description:

The Thoughtful Expression Workshop is a 6-week immersive program designed to nurture creativity, boost confidence, and encourage self-expression through the art of spoken word poetry, music, public speaking, & visual storytelling. Led by acclaimed spoken word artist G Dash Jones, this workshop empowers participants to explore their personal stories, cultural connections, and artistic abilities in an engaging and supportive environment.

Participants will:

Discover the power of words and music by crafting poetry that resonates with their own experiences and emotions.

Collaborate with live musicians to create dynamic, improvised performances.

Draw inspiration from visual art to produce poetry that reflects the themes and messages in artworks.

Refine performance skills to deliver their creations with confidence and impact.
Through weekly creative exercises, group collaborations, and personal reflection, participants will build their skills in storytelling, public speaking, and performance. The program concludes with a live showcase, where participants will present their original work to an audience, celebrating their artistic growth and thoughtful expression.

Ages 13 & Up are encouraged to participate. This Program is brought to you by Wilmington Alliance & Nemours Children's Health.
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Monday, May 12thMonday, May 19thMonday, June 2ndMonday, June 9thMonday, June 16thMonday, June 23rd
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