Spoken Word / Poetry

Sade Sade

Fringe Artist

Sade Sade is a deeply southern Black fairy and multidisciplinary artist who heals through her words. She finds herself through life experiences and transforms them into thought-provoking art that encourages reflection. As a writer, author, poet, painter, and multi-fiber designer, she combines her diverse talents to create meaningful and impactful work. With a sweet voice and powerful undertones, she has been writing her whole life, and after a transformative life change, she gained the courage to perform her poetry. Originally from Mobile, AL, Sade now calls Charlotte home, where her dedication to writing and performing poetry continues to evolve and inspire leaving a bit of fairy dust wherever she goes.

BOOM 2026 Performances

Born Under an Azalea Bush: An Ode to Southern Gothicism
Famous Toastery Theater
May 01
6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
Multi Disciplinary
Spoken Word / Poetry

Born Under an Azalea Bush: An Ode to Southern Gothicism shows a compelling journey into the heart of Southern life. Exploring how history, spirituality and tradition shape our identities today and even how we relive stories of those before us. Uncovering the haunting truths behind the monsters we invite into our homes and the idols we worship, revealing the complex layers of identity, belief, and culture. Through poetic storytelling and imagery, this show invites viewers to reflect on what it truly means to find yourself in the South. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and captivated by a narrative that dives deep into the shadows and the soul of the South.

6:00 PM
Evening
May 01
Born Under an Azalea Bush: An Ode to Southern Gothicism
Famous Toastery Theater
May 03
6:00 PM
-
7:00 PM
Multi Disciplinary
Spoken Word / Poetry

Born Under an Azalea Bush: An Ode to Southern Gothicism shows a compelling journey into the heart of Southern life. Exploring how history, spirituality and tradition shape our identities today and even how we relive stories of those before us. Uncovering the haunting truths behind the monsters we invite into our homes and the idols we worship, revealing the complex layers of identity, belief, and culture. Through poetic storytelling and imagery, this show invites viewers to reflect on what it truly means to find yourself in the South. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and captivated by a narrative that dives deep into the shadows and the soul of the South.

6:00 PM
Evening
May 03
Born Under an Azalea Bush: An Ode to Southern Gothicism
Famous Toastery Theater
May 02
8:00 PM
-
9:00 PM
Multi Disciplinary
Spoken Word / Poetry

Born Under an Azalea Bush: An Ode to Southern Gothicism shows a compelling journey into the heart of Southern life. Exploring how history, spirituality and tradition shape our identities today and even how we relive stories of those before us. Uncovering the haunting truths behind the monsters we invite into our homes and the idols we worship, revealing the complex layers of identity, belief, and culture. Through poetic storytelling and imagery, this show invites viewers to reflect on what it truly means to find yourself in the South. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and captivated by a narrative that dives deep into the shadows and the soul of the South.

8:00 PM
Evening
May 02

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