Payne is from Shawnee, Oklahoma, and graduated with his Bachelor of Arts in English from East Central University in May 2024. He currently teaches 9th-and 10th-grade English at Harding Charter Prep High School in Oklahoma City. He has been published in ECU's literary journal “Originals” and has been a featured reader at Kind Origins Open Mic in Ada, the Scissortail Creative Writing Festival, and the South Central Modern Language Association's annual convention in New Orleans. The event is free but seating is limited. To guarantee your seat, please email us at [email protected] or call 405.593.1063.
1515 Oklahoma Poetry House takes place at the gallery on the first Sunday of each month. During the event, guests immerse themselves in spoken word, connect with fellow poetry lovers, and celebrate the art of literary expression. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or a curious listener, Oklahoma Poetry House invites you to experience the beauty of words.
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