Spoken Word The Knock Out 3

Produced by Snoop Robinson | Hosted by Draper Wynston

Spoken Word: The Knockout – Part 3 is a high-energy spoken word event featuring powerful male and female artists who bring passion, truth, and raw emotion to the stage. Covering topics that range from social issues and faith to love, relationships, and real-life experiences, these performers deliver words that challenge the mind and stir the soul. Expect laughter, reflection, and moments that make you think deeply about the world around you. Come with an open mind and get ready to be entertained, inspired, and moved.

Spoken Word Knock Out is an electrifying event that you don't want to miss! Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. for an evening filled with powerful spoken word performances.

DeSoto Corner Theater

211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, TX

*** FREE PARKING***

LaKysha “A’work N Progress” Burns

LaKysha “A’work N Progress” Burns is a dynamic actress, poet, and public speaker originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She has appeared in a variety of theatrical productions and has performed spoken word at numerous venues throughout the state. Now a proud new resident of Texas, A'work N Progress is excited to continue sharing her artistry and to connect with creative communities across the region.

Derrick “#iamdwalk” Walker

Derrick “#iamdwalk” Walker is an American writer and spoken word artist whose art feels like a poem spoken out loud, urgent, rhythmic, and real. He layers strong images, broken lines, and crossed-out words to show a mind moving fast and telling the truth. His pieces flow like jazz, shifting between quiet and loud, with language that hits like sound and breath. You don’t just hear his art, you step into it and become part of it.

Passion The Lioness

Passion The Lioness is a poet, author, and performer who has been writing since the age of thirteen and performing since nineteen. She published her poetry book Danielle Unfolded: The Exclusive at age thirty-five, offering a raw and unapologetic reflection of her life and growth. Her work is rooted in healing, empowerment, and self-discovery, with a strong focus on inspiring young women. Passion The Lioness’s mission is to make a difference beyond appearance and remind others that when one woman rises, we all rise.

Ki Divine

Ki Divine is an award-winning national spoken word artist and creative visionary. Pioneer of Spokenword Music, blending storytelling with live music. She has collaborated with Irma P. Hall, David Banner, Londrelle, the Black Academy of Arts & Letters, Write About Now Poetry, and more. Founder of Divine Sol Sundays and co-founder of Freedom Fest.

GF Soldier

GFSoldier is a multi-talented artist and educator from New Orleans, Louisiana, now residing in Dallas, Texas. He is a renowned poet, author, and spoken word artist who uses his powerful delivery to inspire and spread the Gospel. GFSoldier has performed internationally and shared stages with prominent figures in music, poetry, and acting. He holds advanced degrees in psychology and counseling, further enriching his work as a mentor and teacher.

Draper Wynston

Draper Wynston's goal has been to take One step at a time, he continues to progress to become a leading man in the world of entertainment. Being seen recently on Walker(CW), House of Lies(Lifetime), and Daytime Emmy Nominated #Washed(Amazon Prime), are just a few places he can be see He is also won "Best Guest Actor" in the 12th Annual Indie Series Awards for his portrayal of "Chuck" and "Best Lead Actor" for Why Women Trip The Stageplay in The Texas Indie Filmmaker Awards

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