Def Poetry Reunion at NJPAC Victoria Theater, Lizzie & Johnathan Tisch Stage
Dates: 10/17/2026
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The Def Poetry Reunion is a one-night event taking place exclusively at NJPAC during the Dodge Poetry Festival, honoring Abiodun Oyewole, a founding member of The Last Poets. The event reunites iconic alumni of Def Poetry Jam, the groundbreaking spoken word television series that ran from 2002 to 2007. Performers include Dr. Antoinette Ellis-Williams, D. Cross (Derick Cross), Kraal "Kayo" Charles, Bonafide Rojas, and Chris "Flowmentalz" Cook, with surprise appearances from other Def Poetry Jam luminaries. The evening features moving tributes and dynamic performances reflecting the legacy of the spoken word movement.
Cast and Creative Team for Def Poetry Reunion at NJPAC Victoria Theater, Lizzie & Johnathan Tisch Stage
Cast
Bonafide Rojas
Ensemble
Chris "Flowmentalz" Cook
Ensemble
Dr. Antoinette Ellis-Williams
Ensemble
D.Cross
Ensemble
Kraal "Kayo" Charles
Ensemble
Creative Team
Angela Thomas
Press Contact
Abiodun Oyewole
Special Tribute
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