Dionne D. Hunter

Charlotte, NC

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Travels up to 60 miles

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I’m at that age (Family Oriented)

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Humanity (Heartbreaking African History)

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Overview

Strawberries and whipped cream can whet the appetite, but the delicious poetry and prose of
Dionne D. Hunter will have even the tightly laced listener longing for more.
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•She travels and performs nationwide. You just cover the travel and lodging expenses.


Reviews

11 reviews

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Lamont L.

May 13, 2026
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Mother’s Day Brunch Spoken Word Artist

Dionne Hunter was absolutely phenomenal as the poet for our Mother’s Day Brunch. Her words were powerful, heartfelt, and deeply inspiring. She spoke directly to the hearts of the mothers in the room, capturing their strength, sacrifice, love, and resilience in such a meaningful way. Her delivery was moving, authentic, and unforgettable. She brought warmth, wisdom, and emotion to the program, leaving everyone encouraged and uplifted. Dionne Hunter truly made our event even more special, and we are grateful for the incredible gift she shared with us.

Hired as: Spoken Word Artist


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Shawn R.

April 23, 2023
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An absolute must have!!!

Definitely a great speaker, very professional. A must have for your event if you are into poerty and spoken word. You will not be disappointed. Will be hiring again!!!!

Hired as: Arts/Entertainment Speaker, Spoken Word Artist

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Dionne D. Hunter

Thank you Shawn! Your event was exceptional I was happy to be included and can’t wait for the next one!


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Jacqueline S.

December 17, 2022
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Phenomenal Spoken Word/Host

Dionne is a talented, thoughtful, and transformative speaker. She performed an original piece specifically tailored to my daughter on her Sweet 16th Birthday while also emceeing the event. She helped me in preparation to make sure the program flowed smoothly. My daughter raved that the Spoken Word was her favorite part of her party. Dionne will be top-notch, on-time, and flexible if you hire her for your event/party. I highly recommend her!!!!

Hired as: Arts/Entertainment Speaker, Spoken Word Artist

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Dionne D. Hunter

Thank you soooo much! It was a pleasure being a part of your daughter’s special day. It was a beautiful event and your daughter is a phenomenal person and student.


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Angelia J.

September 29, 2021
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She was EXCELLENT !!!

Dionne was warm and engaging. Her delivery of herself and her powerful words were received well. We especially enjoyed her brilliance in speaking “I’m At That Age”. I will be scheduling and recommending Dionne again in the near future.

Hired as: Spoken Word Artist

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Dionne D. Hunter

Thank you so much, it was a pleasure participating in your event. Thank you for having me!


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Robin E. O.

September 20, 2021
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Extremely Talented

Dionne is a professional with a great personality. She personalized her spoken word particularly for our event. I highly recommend her for any event needing a poetess. She is wonderful.

Hired as: Spoken Word Artist

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Dionne D. Hunter

Thank you so much! It was my pleasure to work with your organization!!

Dionne

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Booking information

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What to expect

Dionne has a wide variety of poetry to choose from. She speaks on everything from current events, to passion and love and everything in between.

She brings a sultry old school vibe to any event
And leaves audiences begging for more.

Let her know what you want and she can make it happen.

About

Dionne D Hunter is originally from Birmingham, Alabama, but has also called Ohio and North Carolina home.
After the sudden death of her mother, Ms. Hunter was raised by her widowed father, who strove to raise her to be self-reliant and proud of her African American heritage.
He also encouraged her to read; and read she did, everything including poetry, sci fi, horror and romance. She fell in love with the art of storytelling and would spend hours weaving adventurous tales to entertain her siblings.
As a United States Navy Veteran, mother of 2 and grandmother of 4, Ms. Hunter has gravitated to Spoken Word as an expression of her emotions and ideals.
Her work has been included in anthologies published by Writing Knights, The Poet’s Haven, and Crisis Chronicles Press.
She has been featured in a web-series, Equity in Art: Cleveland Poet Speaks to Social Injustice as well as being featured during a television segment called How Art Speaks in Unsettling Times – Carolina Impact PBS Charlotte WTVI
In addition, her Spoken Word videos have been selected to be screened during the 9th International Video Poetry Festival in Athens, Greece, and the 2021 Raleigh Films and Art Festival in North Carolina.
Most recently she has authored a book titled “I am a Dahomey Warrior!”
It follows the gripping journey of a young girl coming of age prior to the colonization of Africa and is written as a short story using poetry as an aid to enhancing the readers journey and it is available on Amazon and all other fine book retailers.

Ms. Hunter's first love though will always be performing in front of an audience and she looks forward to presenting for your at your nest event!

Dionne D Hunter
Redefining Elegance Determination and Desire

Additional booking notes

You provide lighting, staging and sound
She provides talent

Past booked events

June 2026

19

Friday

Nonprofit Event

12:00pm - 12:15pm

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Charlotte, NC

May 2026

09

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

10:30am - 11:00am

•

Shelby, NC

April 2023

22

Saturday

Cocktail Party

4:30pm - 5:30pm

•

Wadesboro, NC

December 2022

10

Saturday

Teen Birthday Party

5:00pm - 5:45pm

•

Charlotte, NC

September 2021

25

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

1:00pm - 1:30pm

•

Charlotte, NC

18

Saturday

Virtual Event

7:00pm - 7:15pm

•

Charlotte, NC

August 2021

21

Saturday

Birthday Party

10:00pm - 10:30pm

•

Charlotte, NC

February 2021

17

Wednesday

Personal Occasion

3:00pm - 3:45pm

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Mint Hill, NC

01

Monday

Birthday Party

8:30pm - 8:45pm

•

District Heights, MD

Influences and inspiration

Dionne has been influenced by Maya Angelou and Nikki Giovanni along with Floetry, Jill Scott, Mary J Blige and Lauryn Hill but she defiantly has a style all her own.

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