Enjoy the rhythm of poetry and spoken word with this special collection of videos and web-exclusive features from trusted producers and PBS member stations. Each of the features below is a window into a documentary, article or program featuring poetry, poets and spoken word. The features will connect you directly to the website of a PBS partner where it can be viewed in full or allow you to watch a preview directly within the collection below. Get started now! Connect with Poetry and Spoken Word with PBS!
"Tornado Child" by Kwame Dawes
Kwame Dawes, a writer, actor, and musician, reads his poem "Tornado Child."
Poet Bianca Spriggs
The Kentucky poet discusses her debut collection and gives a reading of two poems.
Poetry from a 'Neurologically Impaired' Life
This is the story of a now-successful poet who once found it hard to write.
Poems and Places: Sciortino's Bakery
In Wisconsin honors poets with a series called "Poems about Places."
Frank X Walker: I Dedicate This Ride
A dramatization of the life of African-American jockey Isaac Murphy.
The videos and features above are from PBS documentaries and productions by OPB, WGBH, KET, PBS NewsHour, WETA, WPT, WHYY, KLRU and NJTV.
More videos and features on Poetry and the Spoken Word:
Poetry Everywhere Collection, WGBH
In Context, KLRU
