Passion, Poetry & Prowess: The Power of Artistic Expression

Name: Passion, Poetry & Prowess: The Power of Artistic Expression
Start: 2025-09-06T14:00:00-04:00
Location: City Life Center: Greater Cleveland Youth For Christ

Schedule

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025 at 02:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

City Life Center: Greater Cleveland Youth For Christ | Cleveland, OH

Prepare for an unforgettable experience as we bring together the Midwest's boldest voices, deepest thinkers, and most passionate creators for Passion, Poetry & Prowess — a powerful celebration of art, identity, and purpose in our vibrant Clark-Fulton neighborhood
This event is more than a showcase — it’s a cultural experience rooted in empowerment, storytelling, and justice.
🎤 EVENT ITINERARY (Tentative):
📍 City Life Center, Cleveland, OH
🕑 Doors Open: 2:00 PM
• 2:00–3:30 PM – Pathways to Prowess Community Resource Fair
• 3:30–4:15 PM – Lyrical Balladry Poetry Showcase
• 4:15–5:00 PM – Art Exhibit + Community Voting
• 5:00–6:00 PM – Performing Arts Showcase by SAMO Sound
• 6:00–6:30 PM – Award Ceremony:
🏆 $250 Art Exhibit Honoree (audience vote)
🏆 $250 Performing Arts Showcase Winner + Recording Package with SAMO Sound
🎓 $1,000 Opportunity for Prowess Scholarship Recipient Reveal
• 6:30 PM – Closing Remarks & Celebration
🎓 NOW LIVE: OPPORTUNITY FOR PROWESS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Presented by Midwest Prowess LLC in partnership with The City Life Center, LegalWorks Inc., SAMO Sound, and College 216.
💰 Award: $1,000
🗓️ Deadline: August 25, 2025 @ 6:00 PM EST
📢 Top 5 finalists will be contacted for a virtual interview
🏆 Winner will be announced LIVE at the event on September 6
🔗 Apply here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexyPYeF5Q3sgW-ViI58OGPLUGmvoH4ZJ8USadmR3DQaNUsHQ/viewform?usp=header
✅ Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be a current or former resident of Cleveland, OH
• Must be enrolled in a degree or certificate-seeking program OR be a high school junior/senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Must complete 4 supplemental questions
• Must follow our supporting partners on Instagram
• Must share the promo video or flyer on social media
• Must submit documentation of current enrollment
📸 Promo Video to Share:
https://youtube.com/shorts/jf4MrTwiKgY?si=WxRYnXmqfAnbcJXU
🎙️ EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
🔥 Lyrical Balladry Poetry Showcase
🎭 Performing Arts Showcase (SAMO Sound)
🏆 Audience Vote Winner receives $250 + a Studio Recording Package
🎨 Art Exhibit
🏆 Top Voted Artist receives $250
🤝 Pathways to Prowess Resource Fair
🎓 $1,000 Opportunity for Prowess Scholarship
🎨 Want to be featured?
Email us at [email protected] or DM @Midwest_Prowess with:
• A video if you're applying to perform
• A photo of your artwork if you're submitting for the exhibit
Roster spots are limited — don’t wait!
🌟 SUPPORTED BY:
This event is funded by the Neighbor Up Action Grant, awarded by Neighborhood Connections for its dedication to grassroots leadership and cultural empowerment.
🤝 IN COLLABORATION WITH:
🧠 LegalWorks, Inc.
🎤 SAMO Sound
🎓 College 216
🏢 City Life Center
💡 Midwest Prowess LLC (Organizer)
📣 JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Whether you're a poetry lover, creative thinker, or someone who believes in the power of art to heal and inspire — this event is for YOU.
Let’s celebrate our passion, uplift poetry, and showcase our prowess — together.
📲 Follow us: @midwest_prowess
📧 For inquiries, vendor sign-up, or press: [email protected]
🌐 #MidwestProwess #PassionPoetryProwess #LiveWithIV