Big Band Jazz and Poetry at Caddo Common Park on June 22

The Shreveport Regional Jazz Ensemble (SRJE) and Caddo Parish Poet Laureate Poetic X are delighted to announce a captivating event taking place Thursday at 6 p.m. in Caddo Common Park.

This dynamic jazz extravaganza, featuring the remarkable talents of the SRJE and the profound spoken word artistry of Poetic X, promises an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies, infectious rhythms, and thought-provoking poetry.

In addition to the mesmerizing big band jazz performance by the SRJE, the evening will feature a Poetry and Spoken Word Art event with Caddo Parish Poet Laureate “Poetic X.” Attendees can expect live performances, live painting, poetry on the spot, an art auction, and more. The event is part of the new Thirsty Thursdays series in Caddo Common Park, bringing live entertainment elements from 6-9 p.m.

Bring your blankets and chairs, and join us at Caddo Common Park on Thursday for an enchanting evening filled with the captivating sounds of big band jazz and the profound artistry of spoken word performances. Don’t miss this unique fusion of music and poetry that celebrates the cultural richness of our community.