Events & Appearances
Join Dasha Kelly for stage performances, keynotes, literary readings, film screenings, and interactive workshops — live and online.
Where to Catch Dasha Next
Every appearance — readings, performances, keynotes, and workshops — synced live from Dasha's public calendar. Add it to your own calendar to never miss a show.
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Virtual Writing Series
No registration. Dasha goes live on the announcement page inside the Quill community. Join the free creative collective to get every date, prompt, and replay.
Lit Bits
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A monthly pop-up of quick prompts and bite-sized craft notes. Drop in, write a little, and leave with a fresh spark to carry through your week.
The Write Idea
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A monthly guided session that walks a single writing idea from first prompt to finished page — craft, momentum, and a community of writers in the room.
Once Upon The End
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November Mondays only. Write that story — myself included. A five-week virtual series that builds toward a finished piece, hosted live inside the Quill community.
Appearances by Date
Every event below is pulled from the live calendar above and tagged so you can find exactly what you're looking for.
Makin' Cake: National Association of Women Judges
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Wis. Library Association Conference
The Write Idea with Dasha Kelly
a creative release? Craving inspired conversation? Looking to spark fresh ideas or new projects?I gotchu.An award-winning poet, author, performance artist, professor and facilitator, I’ve been jumpstarting imaginations, coaching creatives and supporting writers for over 25 years. Free. Every 4th Saturday, 1:15 -2:30 CST#virtual #workshop
Battle of the Ballot
UW Wind Ensemble concert at UW–Madison The concert is titled "America Votes." Performing composer Stacy Garrop's piece that celebrates the 19th Amendment, titled "Battle for the Ballot." Narrated by Dasha Kelly #performance
Once Upon The End: NaNoWriMo
November is National Novel Writing MonthLock in with me EVERY Monday in November to start and/or finish that novel or collection of short stories. No workshops, lessons, editing or sharing. This is a commitment to YOUrself to honor your time, talent and intention .... to write that book.You'll be encouraged to set a word-count or page-count goal for each week. Our Mondays together will be at least ONE guaranteed block of time to work on a story.If you're in between writing projects, no worries! I'll provide a few prompts at the top of each session to get you going on a new story or chapter each week.Write On,dnk──────────#virtual #workshop
SEWis Festival of Books
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Brooklyn Poetry Slam
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Queens, NY: Baker's Dozen
The World's Borough BookshopJackson Heights, Queens NY
Brooklyn: Baker's Dozen
Madison Black Film Festival
Save the Date for the 4th Annual Black Film Festival! Nov 19-22, 2026. This year we are adding The Center for Black Excellence and Culture as a screening venue. Plus a special Opening Night Reception! Follow for more details soon. #film
Film Screening
In recognition of National Cake Day, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: 12:30pm CST and 6pm CST
Film Screening
In recognition of National Cake Day, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: 12:30pm CST and 6pm CST
The Write Idea with Dasha Kelly
a creative release? Craving inspired conversation? Looking to spark fresh ideas or new projects?I gotchu.An award-winning poet, author, performance artist, professor and facilitator, I’ve been jumpstarting imaginations, coaching creatives and supporting writers for over 25 years. Free. Every 4th Saturday, 1:15 -2:30 CST#virtual #workshop
ALM Reading: Bayfield
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St. Paul: Baker's Dozen
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Makin' Cake: Covington, VA
Alleghany Highlands Arts Council Presents:Sunday, January 17th 3:00PMWisconsin’s Poet Laureate, Dasha Kelly stars in a one-woman theatrical work that slices into aspects of race, culture, and class in a refreshing and fun way. Part history lesson, part social science revelation, Makin’ Cake leaves room for dessert and dialogue at a cake reception following the show #performance
Film Screening
In recognition of MLK Day, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: 11am CST and 5:30 pm CST
Film Screening
In recognition of MLK Day, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: 11am CST and 5:30 pm CST
WORDshop
Polish drafts AND produce fresh pages with me at The WORDshop, my creation + curation series for inspired writers. In five sessions, you'll get professional feedback and revision suggestions on an existing work and generate new pages of fiction, poetry and a scene of memoir. Register soon. This spring series will be limited to only 16 scribes. Tuesdays, 6-8pm Virtually Feb 2 - March 2 #virtual #workshop
Poemalogues
Poemalogues are conversations-in-poem about life, living and all the ways we journey. Dasha stirs quick conversation with curious invites the city to scout poems that speak to four conversation themes, chosen by my We InkWell creative community. #virtual #performance
Poemlogues
Poemalogues are conversations-in-poem about life, living and all the ways we journey. Dasha stirs quick conversation with curious invites the city to scout poems that speak to four conversation themes, chosen by my We InkWell creative community.
Film Screening
In recognition of Juneteenth, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: June 18 2pm CST; June 19 10am CST
Film Screening
In recognition of Juneteenth, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: June 18 2pm CST; June 19 10am CST
Film Screening
In recognition of America's origins, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: June 18 2pm CST; June 19 10am CST
Film Screening
In recognition of America's origins, I will host a virtual screening of my documentary film, Makin' Cake. On my end of the screen, I'll enjoy a slice of cake and decaf coffee (life is balance, after all : ) At the end, I'll offer a few post-film "ingredients" to savor, share film updates and welcome questions. Showtimes: July 4 11am CST; July 5 6pm CST
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