Name: The 12th Annual Bajan Broughtupsy (The Barbados Pre-Independence Cultural
Start: 2026-11-07T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-07T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Medgar Evers College, CUNY

The 12th Annual Bajan Broughtupsy  (The Barbados Pre-Independence Cultural

Meet Performance Artist, Poet, Mentor, Activist, Author, and Motivational Speaker Carolyn" EMPRESS POETRY" Layne. Barbados born and raised and replanted in Brooklyn, New York; this culturally rich and diverse combo gives her a creatively unique edged color palate and a horizon- wide canvas.EMPRESS POETRY cleverly weaves language and molds character through the power of the pen. Her signature performance poetry captures the delicate intricacies of life. These natural, God-given creative abilities were evident early in her life.Today, EMPRESS dynamically brings uplifting messages of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing through her God given gift of writing poetry and prose to every onstage/offstage encounter. She is the Creator and Producer of "Empower You", "Stop In the Name of Love, An Anti-Domestic Violence Initiative" and Co- Producer of Live, Love , Give fundraiser and artistic productions which showcase poets, actors, actresses, musicians and dancers from NYC and beyond.

EMPRESS POETRY

Brooklyn's annual celebration of Barbadian culture and heritage through music, poetry, storytelling and community.

Medgar Evers College, CUNY

<h2>The 12th Annual Bajan Broughtupsy</h2><h3>Barbados Pre-Independence Cultural Concert</h3>Join Empress Poetry and Negus Adeyemi for a jubilant celebration of Barbadian culture, heritage, and national pride as we honour Barbados Diamond Jubilee.This special edition of Bajan Broughtupsy commemorates 60 Years of Independence and 5 Years as a Republic, bringing together music, poetry, storytelling, dance, comedy, and cultural expression for an unforgettable evening that celebrates the enduring spirit of Barbados.Whether you're Barbadian by birth, heritage, or heart, you're invited to experience the warmth, creativity, and resilience that continues to unite our community across generations.

The 12th Annual Bajan Broughtupsy (The Barbados Pre-Independence Cultural