Social Justice through Spoken Word features a lineup of renowned hip-hop artists bringing their voices to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on October 19, 2024. The event includes performances by Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, MC Lyte, Dupré DoItAll Kelly, DJ Spinna, Caridad De La Luz (La Bruja), Mahogany L. Browne, and Tyehimba Jess. This celebration emphasizes the role of spoken word in advocating for social justice, connecting audiences to the power of poetic expression and activism.
Cast and Creative team for Social Justice through Spoken Word at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Cast
Rakim
Ensemble
Big Daddy Kane
Ensemble
MC Lyte
Ensemble
Dupré DoItall Kelly
Ensemble
DJ Spinna
Ensemble
Caridad De La Luz (La Bruja)
Ensemble
Mahogany L. Browne
Ensemble
Tyehimba Jess
Ensemble
Creative Team
Angela Thomas
Press Representative
Caridad De La Luz
Executive Director
Dupré DoItAll Kelly
Councilman
DJ Spinna
Producer
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The Firebird with Xian Zhang
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