Good spoken word is something I've quietly hoped to happen upon. I've had brief encounters with the art-form at open mics in hip cafes. I've noted it's potential but, inevitably, I've been let down by the quality of performances I've seen.

On April 1st, I finally happened upon Shane Koyczan: a giant of a man who knows how to choose his words. His poems are humorous yet intriguing; personal but universally meaningful. This BC boy has been mentioned on BR from time to time, but his words are known world over. He's a hopeless hopeful romantic who manages to never come off as a cheeseball. He says the things that my girlfriend wishes I said—and he delivers it in a way that anyone can appreciate.

If you've been waiting to stumble upon remarkable spoken word; stumble into the Firehall Arts Centre between April 7 - 11. Better yet, buy your tickets beforehand (they'll be cheaper that way). Koyczan will be sharing his work to the sounds of Jordan Nobles' musical compositions in a concert length performance entitled "We Were Here." Be there.

"We Were Here" runs from April 7-11. Tickets are $22 - $30. April 9 is a "Pay-What-You-Can" performance.