Poetry on the Pop Tip at Arena Stage

Poetry on the Pop Tip is a free pre-show spoken word event held in the Arena Stage Grand Lobby before select performances of CrazySexyCool – The TLC Musical. The event features a live DJ and dynamic spoken word performances by Words Beats & Life, with music by DJ D. Painter and poetry by Poetic Soul and The DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team. On July 12, performers include Pariah's Rage and Osaze (Slam Team Members) and a special performance by Poetic Soul. On July 22, performers include Kayla and Evvaleen (Slam Team Members) and a special performance by Poetic Soul.