Well Versed Xpressionz

Benefit Showcase for Invisble Children

2010-04-26T16:28:00.000-07:00

WVX is pleased to inform everyone that we raised over $360 in cash for the organization devoted to helping children in Uganda called Invisible Children. To sweeten the pot a little bit, we also will donate 60% of the ticket sales from our showcase to the organization.

Representatives from the UNC-Greensboro Chapter of the Invisible Children of Uganda were present at the showcase and were overwhelmed with how much we raised for these children. We re-ignited a flame for them and gave them a little bit of encouragement. However, we cannot take all the credit. Each and every individual who donated, whether one penny or one dollar, made this all possible.

To sum it all up, we not only met our goal of $150, we more than doubled it.

As our president stated Fall of 2009, "The world inspires us, it's only fair that we inspire the world."

For more information on the organization visit this site: http://www.invisiblechildren.com/home.php

Spring 2010

2010-02-14T15:37:00.001-08:00

Well Versed Xpressionz has added 6 new members to the family. Though, we have also been hit with a couple of losses we will continue to remain strong. We currently have a total of 19 members.

We intend to better ourselves and our performance each and every day. We are striving for excellence and we can only hope and/or pray that we reach the potential that we know we have. Please be on the look out for upcoming shows and events and show your love whenever and wherever its needed.

New Members for Spring 2010

2010-01-26T05:43:00.000-08:00

WVX is looking to increase the family. If you are interested please see our facebook page for more information. http://www.facebook.com/WellVersedXpressionz. We would love for you to come to our interest meeting. If you have any questions and you do NOT have a facebook email us at wvxpoets@gmail.com.

Stay tuned for more of WVX!

December Poets of the Month

2010-01-01T22:17:00.000-08:00

Expansion

2009-11-23T14:16:00.000-08:00

Growth is a part of life. And as we grow as an organization we see how our work, our growth, has affected the tiny community around us. After noticing this we then wonder, if we have affected so many so quickly on a small scale, what could we do once we reach an even larger audience?

Well Versed Xpressionz is expanding. Individually and collectively as an organization we are reaching higher heights, digging deeper depths, and growing closer day by day. Of course, growth is expected but it still is a surprise. Especially when so many around us remain stagnate.

More and more our members proclaim that WVX keeps them grounded. More and more it is evident how an organization can do more than raise money and make friends. We can inspire, we can encourage, we can thrive...together. Will you take part in our expansion?

October Female Poet of the Month

2009-10-30T11:36:00.001-07:00

October Male Poet of the Month

2009-10-30T11:35:00.001-07:00

Wild Card Poet : Divine

2009-10-13T21:21:00.001-07:00

We will feature a wild card poet at least once every two weeks. This person is picked at random and he or she will have a max of 1 minute to perform one of their favorite pieces. This week's Wild Card Poet is Alexandra Hayes (aka Divine) and she is performing "Risky Business."

And add us on FacebooK:
http://www.facebook.com/WellVersedXpr...

Email us at: wvxpoets@gmail.com

It's Only Fair...

2009-10-09T23:03:00.000-07:00

As writers, we take from the world. We take from our experiences AND the experiences of others in the world. Perhaps "take" is the wrong word to use...but for right now it will do.

We look up at a dark, yet brightened midnight sky and we take from it. We take it and then weave that glorious sky into words that we then place onto a sheet of paper. We endure a tumultuous relationship and we take that experience and transform it into an art form that can hardly be compared to any other.

The very words that we use "take" from the world. The very vocabulary that exists within us is a product of the world, the environment, that we live in. To better express what we mean by "take" let us switch the word with "inspire."

We look up at a dark, yet brightened midnight sky and we are inspired by it. We use that inspiration to weave that sky into something tangible, something more attainable. We, as writers, go through a rough relationship and we are inspired to take that experience and make into into something beautiful. Something...relatable, yet...personal.

To take, at times insinuates force...but also if something is given freely, we still take it. So take can be both gentle and forceful, both given and stolen. However, the word take overlooks another very important thing that writers do. We not only take, we give back. This is why the term "inspiration" or more specifically, the verb "inspire" is the better word to use.

The world inspires us, and we then take it upon ourselves to inspire the world. Its only fair. We see something in society, in nature, in our environment and we write about it, practice it, memorize it and then we give it back to you on stage and this furthers this great transaction by inspiring the people who witness our words. And even if we fail to "inspire" them by definition we at least inspire them by provocation. We inspire them to think, to challenge any idea that we may pose to them. The audience doesn't have to simply accept it, though that is within their rights. They can also be opposed to it. These transactions between the "world" and us, between us and the world, between the audience and us, is the inspiration that is only fair.

To sum all of these thoughts into one phrase: "The world inspires us, therefore IT'S ONLY FAIR that we inspire the world."

Texting...The Ultimate Messaging

2009-10-01T21:39:00.001-07:00

Our Vice President, Erika Barnes, also known as Mellow Storm performing at a local talent show. Feel free to comment and share this video with your friends, post it on your blog, etc. Thank you.

Accepting New Members

2009-08-24T23:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Its the moment so many of you have been waiting for...WVX is taking new members BUT you must do the following things to remain in consideration because space is limited.

1) Come prepared to the first interest meeting which is Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009, in the EUC Sharpe Room at 5PM.
~The audition process will take THREE weeks starting with 2 interest meetings and the third week being the ACTUAL auditions.
~Failure to attend ANY of these three meetings will forfeit your prospective membersship

2) Items you will need for the first meeting:
~3 copies of 3 original works, printed
~Pen/pencil to fill out a form
~a notebook of some sort would be helpful as well
~A willingness to listen and engage in various activities

Don't be shy. We are all family in WVX. All writing styles are accepted and encouraged so don't feel like your works isn't good enough. If all you write is Roses are red then so be it. Everyone has their start. If you have any questions please email our president at: wvxpoets@gmail.com

WVX Presents: Cherrell

2009-06-24T17:09:00.001-07:00

This is one of our members performing at an Open Mic sponsored by Reasons2Rhyme which is a brainchild of Josephus III. The title of this piece is entitled "Pendulum". Please subscribe to our youtube channel and spread the gospel of Well Versed Xpressionz.

Declaration! Its Time U Found Out

2009-05-31T21:50:00.001-07:00

We Aspire!

2009-05-17T20:59:00.000-07:00

We are an organization devoted to expression through creative literary means. Poetry, play writing, speeches, etc. compose this organization founded in the Spring of 2008 at University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Currently we have fifteen faithful members who are aiding in the foundation for an organization that will be present years and years from today. Well Versed Xpressionz (or WVX) aspires to supply a comfortable place for writers to express themselves. We build content and performance on a weekly basis through poetic exercises while maintaining and encouraging friendship amongst our members.

We seek the support of all those who like to see youth off the streets and doing something positive for themselves and the community. WXV, a place where the pen is a magic wand and words cast spells of freedom that no other place can. Please support our blog and youtube account which is http://www.youtube.com/WellVersedXpressionz.

Thank you and be blessed.

April's Male Poet of the Month

2009-04-28T22:08:00.001-07:00

Wild Card Poet: Reggie

2009-04-24T16:13:00.001-07:00

Can't Hold the Mic-Speak Your Mind!

2009-04-20T14:45:00.000-07:00

Grandma Ethel has decided to host this month's Cant Hold the Mic. The subject is "Speak Your Mind" and we all know that Grandma Ethel says whatever she feels so come join her.

Signups are on this page and walk-ins are accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

Your poem MUST be relating to social, political, religious, personal, cultural, or societal issues that you want to address. For example, the school system, racism, homosexuality, sexism, hate, and other riveting topics.

This should be thought provoking. All genres of poets are welcome no matter what your style is.

Post to the event wall your NAME, POEM TITLE, and PREFERENCE OF PLACEMENT in the show at this link: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=79413011687

Come early, seating is limited!!!

Emotionz Unleashed!!!!

2009-04-10T12:18:00.001-07:00

It was a major success. The audience was not as large as we wanted it to be but we had an audience! Every single member of WVX did their part and did it well, whether he or she was collecting tickets, passing out programs, helping behind the scenes, performing, or sending positive energy to everyone. Never been so proud and it was a lovely way to celebrate our One Year Anniversary.

We would love to thank GX Step Team for their wonderful performance. They made our show even better than it would have been. They are an awesome organization and their positivity is always appreciated.

Here are a few pictures from the rehearsal:

Wild Card Poet: Devlin

2009-03-26T17:13:00.001-07:00

This Is Not A Competition

2009-03-26T10:40:00.000-07:00

It seems that some people have gotten us confused. Well Versed Xpressionz is not a competitive organization. We are an organization dedicated to lifting fellow poets up and not bringing them down, encouraging them to better themselves, and not feel BETTER than anyone else. We have a common goal: to let our voices be heard, to speak about the unspeakable, to inform, enlighten, and educate. We are Well Versed Xpressionz.

If anyone is confused about any of this they can send us an email at wvxpoets@gmail.com. The only competition that any member of WVX has is the competition of bettering oneself. The only person you have to beat is you, as an individual, not your peer. We do not do this for a pat on the back we do this for the fulfillment of being heard.

Prolifically we WRITE
Profoundly we VERBALIZE
Prophetically we XPRESS

We are WELL VERSED XPRESSIONZ!

Poet of the Month: March 2009

2009-03-23T17:00:00.001-07:00

Poet of the Month: March 2009

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Who is Well Versed Xpressionz?

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Upcoming Shows

2009-03-10T11:10:00.000-07:00

April 9th will be the show of a lifetime. "Emotionz Unleashed" will be the celebration of our ONE YEAR anniversary. We hope to make the audience feel a range emotions like nothing else seen at UNC-Greensboro. Poetry is an instrument of the soul and we want to orchestrate the audience into whatever emotion that we choose. Stay tuned for more information.

Can't Hold the Mic: WHO R U???

2009-02-21T23:55:00.001-08:00

"Can't Hold the Mic" Cultural Awareness: WHO R U?

2009-02-09T13:38:00.001-08:00

"Will You Rise to the Challenge?"

WVX is returning with "Can't Hold the Mic". This month's theme is Cultural Awareness. All participants MUST have an original poem or song, or even a dance to a poem or song about who THEY are as a person. This could be ethnicity, personal history, family history, sexual orientation, personal growth. All nationalities, creeds, and cultures are welcome. THIS IS TO PROMOTE CULTURAL AWARENESS.

SIGN-UPS are HERE. Walk-ins will be accepted but the poem MUST be within the limits of the theme.

Instructions for sign-ups:
1) Write your name and the title of the poem on the wall of this page.
2) The order will be ascertained by the order that the names and titles appear on the event wall.
3) Songs are permitted and encouraged if they are original.
4) IF TIME PERMITS, participants will be able to perform more than one poem or song, etc. But the content will still have to be relevant to "Cultural Awareness: Who R U?"
5) Be prompt to the event. Those who are not present when their performance is up will be overlooked and time may not permit a second chance to perform.
6) Have fun, be respectful, and most importantly XPRESS!!!

Sign up here!
http://www.facebook.com/inbox/readmessage.php?t=1075985427808&f=1&a=1&e=0#/event.php?eid=60988462497

Accepting New Members

2009-02-01T22:59:00.001-08:00

For those who are able to travel and/or already located in the Greensboro area UNC-Greensboro's own Well Versed Xpressionz is currently accepting new members.

What do you have to do?
Prospective members will have to:
a] Come to one of the following interest meetings held on February 3, 2009 or February 10, 2009 in the EUC Maple Room located on the campus of UNCG. The time will be 5PM sharp. Tardiness is not a desirable trait for prospective members so please be on time.

You will need to bring with you:
a] Three printed copies of your original work [be it songs, poetry,etc.] with the DATE written/composed included (this can be approximate if necessary)
b] A pen or other standard writing utensil [there will be a form to fill out for information and to get to know what you expect from this organization]
c] A willingness to PERFORM a poem for the organization at the interest meeting. This doesn't mean that your work has to be memorized but it does mean that you will need to practice the poem you will present to us even if you are reading it.
d] Positive attitudes are treasured here so be sure to bring that as well
e] Confidence. This will of course build throughout the semester but bring it with you to the meeting because it will be helpful

The rest of the requirements for membership will be explained at the interest meeting that you attend. Please, if you have any questions contact the head officer, Rakeem Person, at 336-965-9151 or the vice president, Wil Mitchell at 336-986-6002.

We look forward to seeing all of you.

Final Meeting-CATHARSIS

2008-12-03T12:27:00.000-08:00

At least once every semester WVX likes to give all of its members a chance to just release [via poetry or random talk] whatever is on their mind, in their heart, or from their past. Its a very freeing experience and it puts everyone in a certain vulnerability that is rather empowering. From the officers to the members we wear our hearts on our sleeves for about three minutes. Everything stays in one room, sometimes tears are shed, laughs are shared, smiles are exchanged, and understanding is given amongst our fellow poets. Our final meeting was a good one and we are thankful for the FAITHFUL members that came out for it. Be prepared for next semester when we come at you with EMOTIONZ UNLEASED and many more!! Its going to be a mass catharsis like no other. Here are a few photos from the final meeting.

GX Presents...

2008-11-30T13:44:00.001-08:00

The Accusation, The Trial, The Breakout!

On Saturday, November 22, 2008, UNCG's own Generation X step team hosted one of the best programs I have seen on UNCG's campus. They invited many organizations to their event including Well Versed Xpressionz. We were honored to be a part of such an amazing event. We look forward to see what GX is going to bring to UNCG and WVX as well.

WVX Presents: "Can't Hold the Mic"

2008-11-22T13:45:00.000-08:00

5 Stages of Love-Shihan

2008-11-17T22:56:00.001-08:00

These Words

2008-11-14T21:55:00.001-08:00

Can't Hold the Mic!!

2008-11-08T12:40:00.000-08:00

WVX is sponsoring an Open Mic Night in the Multicultural Resource Center of the EUC at UNC-Greensboro. We encourage all singers and poets and arts appreciators to support this show. Sign ups will be on the Facebook Event entitled "Can't Hold the Mic". We discourage any material negatively targeting a speicific group of people but profanity is allowed. Those who sign up online will have first priority and walk-ins will be taken on a first come first serve basis if time allows. The show will start at 7PM sharp until 9PM in the MRC on November 20, 2008 which is a Thursday. Look forward to seeing you there.

What: Can't Hold the Mic
Where: Multicultural Resource Center [MRC]
Who: WVX and other poets!
When: Thursday, November 20, 2008
Time: 7PM-9PM

The Lounge-Hope

2008-11-01T14:49:00.000-07:00

Hope, a new recording artist whose song "Who Am I to Say" was featured on Tyler Perry's "Why Did I Get Married." Hope asked an audience member to the stage to sing with her and the lucky soul who was volunteered for the honor was Milana, a faithful member of the NBS Gospel Choir. This is a clip of the moment.

The Lounge

2008-10-28T22:52:00.000-07:00

WVX is excited to attend "The Lounge" sponsored by UNCG's CAB! The dynamic Shihan and other def jam poets will be showing us how to do it. We will NOT be performing but, trust, we will be taking notes.

We encourage you all to attend "The Lounge" on Thursday, Oct 30, 2008. Most of WVX will be there and I am sure that many fellow poet appreciators will be there as well.

To get a taste of what to look forward you can find Shihan on youtube. "This Type Love" is a poem that anyone can identify with. Check it out! One day it will be us!

Out of the Element-October 9th, 2008

2008-10-21T22:08:00.000-07:00

Our first even of Fall 2008 went very well! Spartan Force was featured in our program and we appreciate their assistance in making OTE a success. Everyone did a great job-from content to performance. There is only one way to go now and that is up. We would also like to thank EVERYONE who came out for OTE and showed your support and encouraged us to continue to come back to you all.

WVX has currently has 15 active members. Each of us have our own style, our own voice, our own special something and we bring it together to create well versed expression. With that said, we want all of you to keep it out of the element as well and here is how you can do that *clears throat*

"Change your HEART
Change your MIND
Change your FUTURE
Now is the time
Out with tradition
This is our mission
Time our for settlement
OUT OF THE ELEMENT!!"