Unbound Voices: Talent Showcase

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm UTC-05:00

50 East Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH, United States, Ohio 45202 | Cincinnati

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Publisher/HostNational Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Unbound Voices: Talent Showcase
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Celebrate Black History Month with a vibrant showcase of contemporary Black creativity through spoken word, music, and dance. Unbound Voices features live performances by poets Desirae Hosley, Isabella Gordo and Zinnia Stewart, as well as Wordplay, the dynamic (CA)^2 Dance Crew and the soulful sounds of the Cincinnati Jazz Academy.
This talent showcase guides audiences through an engaging flow of poetry, music, and movement, with collaborative pieces and ensemble performances highlighting resilience, cultural memory, and collective joy. Anchored in the Freedom Center’s mission, this event positions artistic expression as a vehicle for truth-telling and community connection, bridging the historical narratives of the Underground Railroad with present-day voices shaping the future of freedom.
This interactive and inspiring showcase is free with museum admission and offers a unique opportunity to experience how creativity and storytelling continue to illuminate the ongoing journey toward liberation.
Performers include:
- (CA)^2 Dance Crew
- Cincinnati Jazz Academy with Mason Daugherty
- Isabella Gordo
- Zinnia Stewart
- Wordplay with Desirae Hosley
View performer bios on our event webpage: https://freedomcenter.org/voice/event/bhm-260221/
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50 East Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH, United States, Ohio 45202

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