POET

Soré Agbaje is a Nigerian-American spoken word poet and activist who gives language to marginalized experiences. The internationally acclaimed poet views poetry as a means of narrative justice.

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Soré has performed on stages around the world, curated BET Network's first poetry campaign for National Poetry Month, and has facilitated workshops for diverse and intergenerational audiences, from Kate Spade New York to high school students transitioning into college.

  • Immerse yourself in the captivating world of spoken word poetry with Soré. With poetry as her passport to new places and people, Soré has toured Germany and Austria, been sponsored by the Munich Council of the Arts and performed in Copenhagen, Denmark, for the Women Deliver Conference. She has been featured on ABC's Good Morning America, Button Poetry and Adidas' "Don't Be Quiet Please" campaign in conjunction with Pharell Williams and the US Open. Her additional performances include The Metropolitan Museum of Art, UN Women, UNICEF, the United Nations, Embassy of Canada, Aspen Ideas Festival, Apollo Theater, Yale University, Columbia University, New York University, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, National Grid and more.

    Invite Soré to grace your conference, event or campaign and witness the transformative power of her poetic performance firsthand.

  • Experience the power of curated spoken word performances with Soré. With a proven track record, Soré curates captivating performances that inspire and move audiences. She curated BET Network's first poetry campaign for National Poetry Month, featuring 15 extraordinary youth voices and a show for Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts Poet-Linc. As the Head Coach of St. John's University's competitive poetry team, she nurtured five talented poets to a top 25 worldwide ranking through tailored workshops, staging and editing services. Soré delivers diverse spoken word experiences, from thought-provoking pieces addressing social injustices to humor-filled performances.

    Book Soré for an unforgettable curated poetry experience that leaves a lasting impression.

  • Unlock the transformative power of poetry with Soré. By harnessing the evocative nature of spoken word, Soré guides participants through thought-provoking writing workshops. As a Teaching Artist, Soré wields poetry to approach discussions around social issues, from facilitating a workshop on climate change with the Sierra Club to a seminar on gender violence for the Commission on the Status of Women to a workshop at the Brooklyn Museum on reclaiming one’s identity and culture.

    With the belief that poetry enables us to reclaim space and voice, Soré has facilitated workshops for diverse and intergenerational audiences, from Kate Spade New York and BBC employees to BuildOn youth and high school students transitioning into college.

    Book Soré today and embark on a transformative journey of self-expression and empowerment.

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