- When
- America/New_York (EDT)
- Where
- New Jersey Performing Arts Center1 Center Street
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Def Poetry Reunion took place on Sat, Oct 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM (EDT) at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, NJ.
About this event
Danny Simmons brings a Def Poetry Reunion to NJPAC for the Dodge Poetry Festival. The event celebrates the legacy of Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry Jam with iconic alumni, live music, and activism. Visitors will see prominent poets perform in an exploration of word flow and landscapes.
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Join us for an exploration of word flow, verses and landscapes as Danny Simmons brings a Def Poetry Reunion to NJPAC for the Dodge Poetry Festival. Def Poetry Reunion celebrates the legacy of the hit HBO series Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry Jam. These gatherings feature iconic alumni, live music, and activism to honor prominent poets.
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Details
- When
- Sat, Oct 17, 2026 · 5:00 PM (EDT)
- Where
- New Jersey Performing Arts Center
- Address
- 1 Center Street
- Price
- See listing
- Genre
- Hip-Hop & Rap
Questions
- When was Def Poetry Reunion?
- Sat, Oct 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT.
- Where was Def Poetry Reunion?
- New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center Street, Newark, NJ.