FRANKIE RED: Performs at Island Space Caribbean Museum. PHOTO COURTESY OF RJ DEED (CONTENT FACTORY)

Fort Lauderdale – Imagine a vibrant evening where the power of spoken word ignites the soul and connects to shared humanity.

That’s the vision behind “Poetic Justice: The Artistic Experience,” taking place Friday, April 26, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the historic Island Space Caribbean Museum at Broward Mall, 8000 W. Broward Blvd., Suite 202, Plantation.

Admission is $5 Youth, $10 Adults pre-sold or $7 Youth, $12 Adults at the door. Purchase tickets at islandspacefl.org/poetic25.

Hosted and curated by internationally renowned poet-author and entertainer Frankie Red Wordz, alongside acclaimed poet, recording artist, and curator Mecca Grimo, “Poetic Justice” celebrates National Poetry Month with a dynamic fusion of spoken word, music, and Caribbean culture. This program is made possible in large part by funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), one of the few federal agencies dedicated to supporting arts, culture, and education.

A Literary Experience

Through a unique literary exchange, local youth and professional poets will present spoken word letters to their younger and future selves, sparking a heartfelt dialogue between generations.This segment is made possible through the involvement of students coordinated by Permission to Succeed Education Center, with support from community partner Fe Pou Li – Children’s Hope Chest of Dreams. These organizations share the mission of nurturing young voices and cultivating self-expression through the arts.

Poets and Performers

Attendees will be treated to powerful performances from a stellar cast of spoken word artists from South Florida and across the Caribbean diaspora.

Representing the island of Haiti, Ben Francois – a mental health therapist and professional speaker – will share work that blends emotional depth with a powerful call for healing and resilience. Mori Taiye, whose heritage spans Jamaica, Africa, Kalkuta, France and Germany, brings a bold and passionate energy to the stage, captivating audiences with her evocative, multi-layered poetry.

South Florida will be represented by two powerhouse artists. May Reign, the Official Poet Laureate of Miami Gardens, has touched hearts across the nation with her poems celebrating triumph, strength, and Black girl magic. Quick the Poet, an internationally recognized performer and event curator, is known for his electric stage presence and unflinching explorations of racial justice and the Black experience.

Music, Art and Community Live music will be provided by The Tribe Band, featuring Eudora Sage on saxophone and Royce on keys, creating a soulful backdrop to accompany the evening’s performances. Guests are also invited to tour the museum’s expansive collection of Caribbean artifacts and explore a special pop-up exhibit that complements the evening’s artistic themes.

To explore the museum’s current exhibitions, or find out how to support the continuation of programs like these, visit islandspacefl.org.