Blacque Sistory
A Lyrical Journey Through Time: Celebrating Three Centuries of Black Women Who Shaped America
Blacque Sistory is a spoken word performance piece written by author and producer AJ Wone featuring an intricate narrative structure that incorporates the names of 299 influential African American women.
Originally conceived from a dream featuring Ella Fitzgerald, Lena Horne, and Dorothy Dandridge, the piece employs complex rhyme schemes and embedded narratives to chronicle Black female achievement across multiple fields. The work is structured around four symbolic venues: Nice Dream Parlor, The Cabaret Around The Way, Nubian Revue World, and Kim Fields on Lauryn Hill.
Notable for its innovative use of wordplay and name integration, the piece deliberately leaves its 300th position vacant, symbolizing an ongoing legacy of achievement. The work has evolved from its original 188 entries to its current form, reflecting contemporary achievements including those of entrepreneur Fawn Weaver to the ultra dynamic Olympic athlete Simone Biles.
The piece is recognized for its unique contribution to both spoken word artistry and historical documentation of Black women's contributions to American society.
Blacque Sistory-The Epic Poem
Breaking down the sixteen-minute epic dream that is a performance tribute of a lifetime.
The Poem
The poem "Blacque Sistory" will have a monumental launch on the day it was written. March 26, 2025 is the release date.
The Sistory Role Call
Would you like to read all of the 299 Women included in the piece? (Tap the picture)
The 300th space ensures that Blacque Sistory remains living and breathing forever growing, that every woman's story matters and this bridges documented history and daily impact.
Who is #300?
The Sistory Mission
To create a nationwide network of innovative centers where the legacies of 299 trailblazing Black women inspire and empower future generations through technology, mentorship, and creative expression, while building sustainable platforms for the continued celebration and support of Black excellence.
The Sistory Vision
From spoken word to sacred spaces, Blacque Sistory transforms a singular dream into a nationwide movement of education, empowerment, and excellence through state-of-the-art enrichment centers, media ventures, and cultural programming that honors Black women's legacy while nurturing tomorrow's pioneers.
