P2P

YOUTH

OVERVIEW

Paper to Performance™ Youth Arts Program is a creative arts program that focuses on social-emotional growth, creative writing, and performance skills. Our goal is to give young writers, performers, and imaginative students in our community an opportunity to develop new skills and express their creativity in a supportive environment.

This program will challenge participants to develop the following competencies:

  • Self Awareness & Expression

  • Developing Resilience Through Creativity 

  • Building Relationship Skills with Collaboration

  • Social Awareness Through Effective Storytelling

  • Goal Setting & Making Proud Decisions

DETAILS

Sessions | 6 Sessions (1.5 Hours Per Session)
Audience | 3rd - 8th Grade Students

The cost per session includes workshop materials, instruction, and a program t-shirt.

COMPONENTS

  • Low & High-Energy Activities

  • Educational Instruction

  • Reflection & Affirmation

  • Character Building Activities

POETRY

WITH A PURPOSE

SESSION 1: INTRO TO POETRY

Styles of Writing
Introduction To Poetry
Skill - Language Arts

SESSION 2: CRAFTING & DRAFTING

The Writing Process Pt. 1
Crafting & Drafting
Skill - Creative Writing

SESSION 3: RESEARCH + REFINE

The Writing Process - Pt.2
Research & Refine
Skill - Figurative Language

SESSION 4: STYLE & TECHNIQUE

Capturing An Audience
Developing A Signature Style
Skill - Memorization

SESSION 5: PRACTICE

The 4 C’s of Spoken Word
Stage Performance
Skill - Public Speaking

SESSION 6: PERFORMANCE

Poetry Presentation
Recognition Ceremony
Skill - Live Performance

Customize

Your Experience

Do you have specific learning outcomes for your group or organization? Let's customize an experience to fit your needs.

IDEAL PROGRAM FOR:

  • Summer Camps

  • Leadership/Scholar Academy

  • Before/After School Programs

  • Year-Round Programs

  • Home School Programs

MEET THE ARTIST

Sharlene is a talented spoken word poet and recording artist hailing from Brooklyn, NY, with over a decade of professional performance experience. Her expertise extends beyond the stage as she also teaches the art of writing, speaking, and inspiring through honest and impactful lines.

Throughout her career, Sharlene has had the privilege of sharing the stage and collaborating with a diverse array of talented singer/songwriters, producers, and fellow spoken word poets. Her impressive list of collaborators includes Antoine Bradford, Chris Webb, Ezekiel Azonwu, Jess Ray, Mission House, and The Verses Project, among others.

Renowned for her ability to weave compelling stories through her performances, Sharlene has also dedicated herself to imparting this skill to others. She has developed a comprehensive program, born from her extensive experience, designed to dismantle barriers, spark creativity, and empower individuals to share their unique stories. This program is a testament to her commitment to fostering a community of expressive and inspired voices.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

  • Sharlene is an engaging speaker and teacher. The youth (and adults) found her to be articulate, patient, humorous, and wise. She is an encouraging and supportive teacher of Spoken Word Poetry, with a positive attitude toward each person's attempt at writing and speaking. She is observant, flexible, and organized.

    Rebecca M.
    Program Director

  • Sharlene is an artist in the truest sense. She takes words and uses them to paint vivid pictures that prompt introspection, encourage collaboration, or compel action.

    Chris M.
    Senior Vice President

  • Sharlene is able to do all of this with a remarkable grace and humility that is rare among professional speakers/presenters. As a spoken word artist, Sharlene entertains...but she does so much more than that.

    Chris M.
    Senior Vice President

  • Sharlene was amazing! Our students loved their workshop and activities. She was flexible when changes needed to be made, and she was able to keep all students engaged. I would definitely contract to Write, Speak, Inspire again, and I will be referring the company to others.

    Alexandria T.
    Program Director

  • Great and interactive presentation! The students from the U of U First Star program enjoyed learning from Sharlene. We highly recommend her!

    Dayan C.
    University of Utah

  • The most meaningful topic/speaker to me was the Spoken Word Poetry done by Sharlene. Her part in the internship showed me just how important everyone’s voices are and how they should all be heard.

    Noel
    Student

  • One of the adults described her as a "beautiful spirit." Sharlene is friendly, warm and welcoming. Both of the youth events were excellent!

    Program Director

  • Sharlene Alice Provilus. If you do not know the name, you will! Multifaceted expertise, talent, skill and a WEALTH of experience paired with wisdom all wrapped up in one phenomenal woman.

    Tai. C
    Chief Executive Officer

  • I have had the pleasure of observing Sharlene in the role of CEO, Spoken Word Artist, Visionary, Workshop Facilitator and more. She transitions from one role to the other seamlessly with impressive mastery.

    Tai. C
    Chief Executive Officer

  • Sharlene is, by far, one of the most passionate and driven entrepreneurs I've ever met. We've collaborated on multiple projects. She has always brought a powerful skillset of innovation, mastery, and knowledge to each meeting.

    Marisha M.
    Therapist & Author

  • Sharlene is a storyteller, a teacher, a guide, and an inspiration. The gifts that Sharlene brings to the table as a friend, employee, or speaker are immeasurable and memorable. She is truly a light!

    Client

  • I've had the pleasure of knowing Sharlene for more than a decade. She combines creativity with professionalism effortlessly. She's a joy to work with, and I recommend her as a speaker, mentor, and writer.

    Shoni S.

  • Sharlene is a strategic visionary and leader. She was a direct supervisor of mine early in my career. She modeled excellence and organizational skills while prioritizing the perspectives and values of the people in the community's that we worked with.

    Quinny L.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Interested in hosting a workshop that targets a specific learning outcome?
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storytellers@writespeakinspire.com