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Sherman Alexie
Sherman Alexie is an award-winning Spokane/Coeur d'Alene Native American poet, novelist, short story writer, performer, and filmmaker. Known for his sharp wit, dark humor, and powerful performances, Alexie's work explores contemporary Native American life on reservations, drawing from his experiences growing up on the Spokane Indian Reservation in Wellpinit, Washington. His acclaimed works include The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian (National Book Award winner), Reservation Blues, and the screenplay for Smoke Signals.Browse all performers