Plot 17: A Hip-Hop Garden Block Party

Sunday 9th July

Get greening at Plot 17, a mobile block party that travels the world raising awareness and spreading the message of ‘making things green’.

 

Alongside spoken word, lyrics and DJ sets, this party boasts a soundtrack that’s sure to help the seeds grow, and guaranteed to make you want to plant a tree.

Plot 17 is an interactive performance created by Apples and Snakes. Between performances, keep the party going with DJ sets from The SheJay.

Apples and Snakes is the leading organisation for performance poetry in England, with a national reputation for producing exciting and innovative participation and performance work in spoken word, working in partnership with creative individuals and organisations across the country to raise the profile and push the boundaries of spoken word. They offer professional development for artists and performance opportunities, with a particular focus on nurturing talent and championing marginalised and disenfranchised voices.

The SheJay has more than two decades under her belt in the music industry, including a spell as an emcee for Sidewinder. She is a whirlwind of skill and experience, DJing across all genres, radio presenting, podcasting, event promotion and music production. She currently holds a DJ residency with Boxpark Shoreditch and F45 Gym, is an official DJ for the ComedyMania UK brand and has played alongside DJs including DJ EZ, DJ Boogie Blind and DJ Jazzy Jeff. The SheJay has travelled the world showcasing her talents and love of music.

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