“I am a Poet of my People.”
Meet Calgary’s 6th Poet Laureate
Wakefield Brewster is a professional poet & spoken word artist, educator, producer and literacy advocate with over 20 years of experience.
“ I have created a Trifecta of Being that I feel defines me. I believe that I live in the Humanities, I’m an Advocate for Literacy and my vehicle is Poetry. “
— Wakefield Brewster
Upcoming Events
20 Years of Writing, Performing
and Engaging Audiences
Wakefield’s powerful words and captivating performances for audiences of all ages.
He has performed at a wide range of events, including, schools, festivals, fundraiser, rallies, corporate functions, and literary development events.
His passion for poetry and storytelling is evident in every performance, making each one a truly memorable experience.
OUT NOW !
“In this journey of self-expression and self exploration, Wakefield Brewster overcomes educational systems, addiction, and mental despair to deliver messages of hope, wellness, and pride in his Blackness.”
Available in Softcover, Downloadable PDF and Audiobook
Published by Frontenac House Ltd.
Cover Image by Samuel Obadero
The power of "I can"
with TEDxCalgary
May Page2 Stage Workshops: Using Poetry to Empower.
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Calgary Academy
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St. Francis High School
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St. Gabriel The Archangel, Chestermere
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Rundle College Elementary
May 27
WAKEWORDS:
Wakefield’s Wellness Blog
My World of Words
I have been an active Poet, Participant, Producer and Promoter in Canada’s poetry and spoken word communities since my very humble beginnings in Toronto in 2000.
21 years is almost half of my life that I’ve spent fiercely and ferociously spearheading Poetry and Spoken Word into every single circle of society I can infiltrate.
I state that with conviction as poetry has almost forever been seen and viewed as a ‘thing’ for Poets and poetry appreciators alone, and that is simply incorrect. I say that I infiltrate societal circles with Poetry because that description is apt and accurate. I have taken Poetry hostage from the stage, kicking and screaming, and I have effectively wrestled it to the floor, where all of the People are standing—ALL of the People.
Community
Collaboration
“There’s a shift in the current.
The kind that is felt by:
One Person
One Team
One City”
- Excerpt from “ The First Dance” Narrated by Wakefield Brewster for the Calgary Surge, Calgary’s first professional basketball team.
My World of
Wellness
I have been bringing Poetry to students for all of my 21 years with my company, Page2StageProductions, formerly, ‘b. funkee productionz’.
The last 14 years of my life have been in this great cultural capital of Canada and it is here, that I truly began to explore the endless possibilities of what my Poetry does and what it may do.
Working With Wakefield
Working With Wakefield
PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES
Wakefield has collaborated with schools, theatres, orchestras, non-profits, business and other artisits of varius disciplines on mutiple artistic, educational & inspirational projects for people of all ages, backgrounds & experiences
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Classes and Workshops
Gr 7 to PhD Level
Instruction and Education for the Poetic Production Process
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PiPP
Professional Interactive Poetic Presentations for any Facilitation
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Poetic Interpretation
Professional Poet and Spoken Word Artist & Poetic Interpreter
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Events, projects and Collaborations
Curation
Production
Musician
Multi-Media/Multidisciplinary Installations, Collaboration and Facilitations
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More
Artists-In-residence
Keynote Speaker
Event Host and Emcee
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Collaboration
Wakefield Brewster, a dynamic spoken word artist, collaborates seamlessly in music, special projects, and more. Experience the synergy of his poetic prowess in diverse creative ventures.
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Wellness
Professional Poetic/Artistic Counselling
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JEDI-AI
(Justice Equality/Equity Diversity Inclusivity Accessibility Intersectionality)
Artistic Advocate & Professional Presenter
“ It is here in Calgary that I began to really notice the students that I was reaching in particular; those of the ‘disenfranchised’ communities. I’m referring to those students with lives, obstacles and challenges that go beyond those norms of their friends and peers if they even possess circles of such.
I have been identifying and tapping into people that are isolated, trapped inside of themselves, unable to reach out, unable to cope and unable to connect. I have always professed that Poetry allows me to relate to the reality of my surroundings. I am beginning to show others that they may, too. “
Wakefield In the Press
