From May 17-21 the Portland Radical Faeries are putting on the first ever Radical Faerie Arts Fest (RADFAF) here in Portland at 321 NW Glisan St. The reception and opening ceremony for the event is tonight, May 17 from 5-9 p.m. The entire festival is completely free. A full rundown of RADFAF can be found here: https://www.radfaf.org
I was asked to perform at RADFAF as a performer, and believe me, I’m happy to participate. I will be performing at our spoken word event, “Faerie Reelness,” on May 18. On May 19 I will be performing at the RADFAF Music/Singer Showcase and will be opening the show.
For my artist’s statement that is included in the program, I stated the following: “I believe storytelling is a human right, not just a civil right. Anything that impedes freedom of speech imperils the rights of those who wish to tell their stories and therefore share their cultures. Storytelling is universal across all societies and belief systems, and therefore the art of telling tales may be considered both a radical and essential act.”
I look forward to seeing you at the Radical Faerie Arts Festival. Be well.
Freedman on the Go 
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