"Danez deals with the realities of queer life in an America that denies its deep-rooted racism. Poems like 'Dear White America' set new standards for Youtube-hosted spoken word, while pieces like 'Self Portrait As A 90s R&B Star' showcase Danez uniquely subversive humour. Raise the Bar - Bristol's beating pulse for international and local spoken word - have done us a huge favour by bringing a groundbreaking force and an urgent voice to Arnolfini for a night of the finest spoken word. ? Tickets: hdfst.uk/E47839 ?"

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