Stories By Yaz
Real stories about real people.
About
Writer. Poet. Creator.
Yaz is a self-taught screenwriter and poet from Chicago, Illinois. In May 2023, she graduated Denison University with a B.A. in Psychology and Cinema Studies. At Denison, Yaz served as the co-founder, facilitator, stage manager, writer, and performer in HERE US – a theater production that features original work written, workshopped, and performed by Denison artists of color. In Spring 2023, Yaz won the coveted role of Student Commencement speaker at Denison's 182nd Annual Commencement. Currently, Yaz is an aspiring showrunner and has dedicated her life to telling real stories about real people.
Slam Poems
I have been active within the spoken word community since high school. Poetry is how I express myself. Enjoy my art.
Most Beautiful
HERE US 2021 solo poem
Book of Life
HERE US 2022 group poem
Sincerely, Your Fairy Godmother
HERE US 2022 solo poem
We Are Magic
Denison University 2023 Commencement Speech
Film Stories
HERE US
An annual production created in Fall 2021 that highlights Denison University's original spoken word, song, dance, and digital visual art created and performed by Denison POC. HERE US is now a registered class at Denison.
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My Role(s):
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Co-Founder
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Facilitator
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Performer
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Writer
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Stage Manager
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Inside Look: HERE US
