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68 Spoken Word Artists serving Glendale Heights, IL

BluPoetry

5.0 (2)
New member

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • $50 – $500 per event

Asha N. said “Ramica Babers is a powerful and captivating poet whose words are rooted in honesty, resilience, and connection. She speaks passionately about both past and present experiences in a way that is... ”

SoulfulAmbitions

5.0 (4)
1 Verified booking

  • Naperville, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Starts at $200

Rodney G. said “This was my second time working with Lauren. As a poet\spoken word artist, her delivery is powerful and inspiring. With each performance that I've done with her, she wows the audience and gains new... ”

Ben Ammi

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

Kim B. said “Ben did a fabulous job supporting our 2nd shift Black History Month event. Our staff was moved by his poetry, which made the event so much more powerful and inspiring! ”

NappyRoots

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

Rachael C. said “This was our first attempt at putting together a spoken word event and we LOVED every second! We were uplifted, moved, and our spirits refreshed! I will be booking again! ”

Royal Rkitec

5.0 (1)
4 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

Donna M. said “This poet didn't let us down he hosted a party and uplifted our spirits ”

Vai Shakoor

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Starts at $350

Darnetta A. said “Excellent performance... Prompt and Professional. Will definitely recommend and book again. ”

Amber Whitted

5.0 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

K B. said “I had Amber over for an adult birthday gathering (at a distance). In trying to figure out the best location for her to perform, to keep everyone protected, she was very cooperative. This did take some... ”

The Jasmine Sims

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

I am a versatile spoken word artist. I perform at a wide range of events from concerts, to weddings with custom poems or pieces to fit you desired theme. I...

Wisdom Speaks

5.0 (15)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

Nori J. said “Wisdom delivered with expertise and excellence! She arrived punctual and was creative with ideas for my suprise party hosting . Thank you !!!! ”

Jeronimo Speaks

5.0 (31)
6 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • $100 – $2,500 per event

Celeitra H. said “Jeronimo did spoken word for my Mothers 60th birthday party. His content was really good and everyone enjoyed his words. I would recommend Jeronimo for any event. ”

Kai Love

4.76 (9)
11 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

Vladimir D. said “Kai and the team did an excellent job at our event! They were engaging, energetic, fun and sounded great! Super talented musicians accompanied by a super talented frontwoman. Thank you Kai for... ”

Prolific

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Starts at $100

Kim B. said “Prolific did amazing providing spoken word poetry to our staff for our company's Black History Month's event "Black Love." Her passion and love for her work was felt by everyone in the room and I... ”

Spoken Word Artist - Kevin

1 Verified booking

  • Calumet City, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 35 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

Chicago native Kevin Perry is a Spoken Word Artist, Public Speaker, and Teacher who has impacted countless lives. A two time P4CM veteran known for “Fee fi of...

EQ- Spoken Word Artist

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 36 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Starts at $100

I'm a passionate spoken word artist who likes to use testimonial lyrics to engage the crowd in emotion and intellect

Krazy Lukky

New member

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • Contact for pricing

I’m a spoken-word artist who brings raw emotion, powerful storytelling, and real-life perspective to every performance. My work blends poetry, rhythm, and...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 23 miles from Glendale Heights
  • $70 per event

Spoken Word Poet Performer and Speaker available for special occasions, events, openings & etc. Contact for booking purposes only.

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Quick facts for Spoken Word Artists in Glendale Heights, IL

835 quotes sent

In the past year, Spoken Word Artists have sent 835 quotes to event planners.

158th most popular

Spoken Word Artists rank #158 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 1,057 Spoken Word Artist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1.2 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.2 days (on average) to hire a Spoken Word Artist.

Illinois ranks #4

Illinois is the 4th most popular state for Spoken Word Artists requests in the United States.

About booking Spoken Word Artists in Glendale Heights, IL

Add some depth and emotion to your next event by hiring a spoken word artist. A spoken word artist can entertain the audience or relay a message about an important issue at your next corporate event, school assembly, festival, or wedding. Set your event apart by hiring this distinctive form of entertainment.

The cost of hiring a professional spoken word artist in Glendale Heights, Illinois will vary depending on the performance length, their skill level, and if you have any requests. The artist may charge more if they have to prepare a custom piece rather than work from their existing repertoire. Contact the local performers above to get a quote customized for your event.

While browsing Glendale Heights spoken word artists, look through profiles for photos and videos of their performances. Then read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience and professionalism. When hiring a spoken word artist, discuss things like performance space, setup requirements, event theme, special requests, and any other important details.

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Spoken Word Artists serving the Glendale Heights, IL area

These Spoken Word Artists serve the wider Glendale Heights and Dupage county area and travel to Glen Ellyn, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale, Wheaton, Lombard, Villa Park, Addison, Medinah, Roselle, Itasca, Winfield, Wood Dale, Elmhurst, Oakbrook Terrace, West Chicago, Hanover Park, Bensenville, Lisle, Downers Grove, Oak Brook, Warrenville, Bartlett, Elk Grove Village, Schaumburg, Berkeley, Hillside, Northlake, Wayne, Westmont, and Streamwood.