Spoken Word to Go-Go Semifinals

 The competition is down to the Final Five! 

Join us for the Spoken Word to Go-Go Semifinals on Thursday, June 11 from 7PM – 9PM, streaming LIVE from the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment (OCTFME) Studio.

After weeks of unforgettable performances, these poets have earned their spot in the semifinals:

 Big Gee Da Poet
 Bleu Pepper
 CkthePoet
 Tre The Goat
 Moné

The stakes couldn’t be higher—only the Top 3 poets will advance to the Spoken Word to Go-Go Finale on June 27 at the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle’s Pepsi Lay’s Art to Go-Go Stage!

The ultimate winner will take home:

 The Crystal Mic
 A recording session with The Experience Band & Show
 A $2,500 cash prize

Tune in to witness powerful poetry, Go-Go culture, and fierce competition as these artists battle for a spot in the finale.

 Thursday, June 11, 2026
 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
 Live from OCTFME Studio
 Watch live: facebook.com/AnacostiaBID

Who are you rooting for? Let us know in the comments! 

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