Liz Prisley
Poet. Performer. Educator.
Book Liz
Performance
Liz performs at a variety of creative events.
Sets can range from 15 to 60 minutes for audiences of all sizes. Recommended for ages 13+.
Liz can also host open mics, slams, or other events that may include performances of her own work.
Workshop
Liz guides audiences through workshop journeys — facilitating inspiration and self-reflection and demonstrating how storytelling can be a transformational tool.
Poetry, specifically spoken word, is an excellent tool for promoting positive identity development and exploration.
Training
Liz hosts trainings on best practices for teaching poetry, working with youth, and cultivating inclusive spaces.
Available for in-person and virtual engagements. Services can also be combined.
About Liz
Liz is a writer, performance poet, and educator based out of Tampa, Florida. Since 2008 she has taught many forms of writing as a Fulbright Scholar in Germany, as well as at Virginia Tech, the University of Tampa, and the University of South Florida St. Petersburg. She earned her MA in English from Virginia Tech and her BA in Creative Writing from the University of Central Florida.
Liz is currently the Executive Director of Heard Em Say Youth Arts Collective, a nonprofit dedicated to youth empowerment through creative arts. As a slam poet, Liz has represented Tampa at regional and national competitions, and her work can be seen on “SlamFind” and “Poetry Slam, Inc.”
In addition to being a boss poet, Liz is also a passionate coffee drinker and fro-yo aficionado.
Contact Liz
Interested in booking Liz or finding out more about her services? Email her at liz.prisley@gmail.com or fill out the form below and she’ll get back to you soon.
