The heavyweights of the poetry world take to the Philadelphia stage for a stellar night of prose with a purpose. Check out Philly – Poetry After Dark! Featuring 2025 Grammy-nominated spoken-word poet Queen Sheba. She is joined by Black Ice, Kira J, Jay Smoov, Lady Sarkazm, Lena L, Evita Colon, and RyAnn. Queen Sheba will host on the heels of her smash album, “CIVIL WRITES: The South Got Something to Say,” which is now up for Grammy consideration. Queen Sheba, of Atlanta, has earned two Grammy nominations, including one last year. Register for tickets in advance, $25, 7:30 p.m. EST to 9 p.m. EST. City Winery Philadelphia, 990 Filbert St. citywinery.com or eventbrite.com.