Love, Peace, and Party
- Rumson, NJ
- Singing Telegram
Michael A. said “Was at an event and Shayna was singing and playing ukulele! Wow blown away by her voice and professionalism! I highly highly recommend Shayna and Love…”
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Hi I'm Amani! A dynamic performer, motivational speaker and all around splendid stankin' human being.
I am a touring poet, writer, performer, educator, speaker and community organizer who uses artistic expression, urban agriculture and social awareness to impact change and foster a sense of empathy and inter-being in local urban communities.
Founder of the "Visionary Notes Coach" project, I curate poetry and performance events, workshops and artistic actions throughout the Capital Region and abroad, in addition to my own performance work.
I can't wait to meet you and sprinkle a little stardust all over your next event or gathering!
Amani is a gift. Do yourself a favor and get to know her better. 5/5 from me!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 15 - 90 minutes
Languages: English, Some French
A vivacious and engaging event catered to your audience and the vibe requested. I'm flexible. Do expect a a blend of poem, story and rhythm through a weaving of social justice messages and calls to action throughout the art.
Amani Olugbala is a storyteller who weaves music, film, speech and poem into art that highlights social injustice, honors the ancestors and demands for change. This, in an effort to uplift the spirits of the marginalized and promote love and service as necessary acts of rebellion against isolation and disconnection. An artist, farmer, educator and community organizer Amani uses artistic expression, urban agriculture and social awareness to impact change and foster a sense of empathy and inter-being in local urban communities.
A recent addition to Albany’s Slam Poetry scene, Amani feels called to raise her voice and has used Slam Poetry to advance her message of radical change based in love and equity. In her first Slam season the Nitty Gritty Slam team won several competitions, including the 2014 Empire State Slam, the 2015 QEW Slam and Jersey Slam’s ‘Win and You’re In’ 2015 National Poetry Slam qualifier. As an individual poet, Amani won Albany’s 2015 Grand Slam, took third place in the 2015 Toronto International Poetry Slam, placed in the top 30 at the Individual World Poetry Slam and currently has her eyes set on WOWPS 2016 in Brooklyn.
Off the slam stage, Amani wrote and starred in the 2014 suicide awareness play #UnspokenWord and has since featured at several venues including Lady Fest 2014, the 2015 Beatshot Music Festival and SHE. O.M. 2015 headlining with artivist inspirations: Bell’s Roar, Daniel Summerhill, D. Colin, Kat So Poetic, Alonzo Verbal, DJ Truemaster, Taina Asili and Monica McIntyre. Amani has been featured in music videos and frequently speaks and performs at events that encourage community building and fight against the isolation of discrimination, and systemic slavery. In 2015, with the help of the Yoni Coven Press, Amani self-published REBELUTIONARY , the first of many chapbooks.
Stand, Music System with Speakers and Aux Cord Hook Up, Microphone & Chair/Stool.
November 23, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Club Harmony Woodstock Poetry Feature |
November 20, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Living Poets Society Buffalo |
November 09, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Albany Free School Gala |
Varies based on event themes. I'm very open to requests and building the list collaboratively.
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Chair/Stool.
Microphone
Music System with Speakers and Aux Cord Hook Up,
Stand
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