Our professional Teaching Artists and Performers work alongside students, teachers, older adults, hospital patients, teens, and just about any other community member to spark their imaginations and infuse their lives with creativity. Below are our open opportunities for engagement with COMPAS.
If you have any questions about these opportunities, reach out to amanda@compas.org or visit our website compas.org
Please complete the following preliminary application to be considered for the COMPAS Teaching Artist and Performer Roster. If we find that you are a good match for our team, we will request more info from you, such as work samples and a lesson plan. If you have questions about your application or about being on the roster, please reach out to Amanda Hestwood at amanda@compas.org.
COMPAS Spoken Word Showcase
COMPAS is looking for youth in grades 7 to 12 who are interested in participating in a unique spoken word concert.
Participation includes a free workshop with COMPAS spoken word artist Frank Sentwali, a rehearsal, and a professional showcase for the community at the Black Business Enterprises, located at 1128 Harmon Pl, Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
10-12 young artists will be selected from the applications received.
Sharing your work:
Please submit up to 2 spoken word pieces (a video file is preferred, but a Word doc or PDF attachment is accepted). You must include a short artist statement/bio with your name, school name, and grade.
Timeline:
* Deadline to Submit Work: April 3, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
* Submission Review: April 4-8
* Lineup Decided, and Young Artists Notified: April 9
* Workshop with COMPAS Teaching Artist Frank Sentwali: April 25, from 1:00–3:00 pm at the Community Action Partnership Building in the Bruce Vento Room (450 Syndicate St. N, Saint Paul, MN 55104).
*Showcase at the Black Business Enterprises: April 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. (participants arrive at 4:30 p.m. for a dress rehearsal)
If transportation is a barrier, contact brittany@compas.org.