Russell Library May 23: Hip Hop Slam

The Russell Library presents The Hip Hop Slam on Saturday, May 23, from 2-4pm in the Hubbard Room. The Slam will feature the poetry and dance talents of Middletown and the surrounding community. Headlining the show will be award winning dance troupe “Of Shadow and Earth.” Led by founders LingBa and Oni, the company has been performing and teaching for almost twenty years, promoting independence, ingenuity, and creativity through artistry. The emcee for the event is Apollo Smile, who will bring her Kung Fu Hip Hop dance performers along with her vocal talents. Other performers include poets, rappers, and dancers from the Middletown area. 

If you are interested in performing, contact Matt Earls at mearls@russell.lioninc.org. Prepare to be slammed.