Poetry Slam

     “Slammin @ Your Library”

PROVIDENCE’S THIRD ANNUAL
POETRY SLAM

 “the competitive art of performance poetry” 

What is it? Do you write poetry? Do you love reading poetry? Come and    perform your original poem or a favorite poem written by another writer. 

Where?  Providence Library

When?  Wednesday April 18, '07 (NEW DATE!)  (
                    3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Why? Win a Prize! There will be two categories: A prize for original poetry and a prize for reading a poem by a published poet.  It’s a competition!  Enjoy Food and Drink! Win the admiration and envy of your peers! 

 Who?  All Providence Students

Some Slammin’ Guidelines:

 You have 3 minutes to present one poem

Have to submit sign –up form

You have to submit a copy of your poem at time
        of sign-up

How will I be “judged”?

How well you perform your poem:   How you use your voice: speak clearly,

 No mispronunciations, speak loud enough to be heard, make eye contact

With the audience.  Use emotions! : make us feel what the poem is about! Use gestures and don’t be afraid to move around!  

ACT your Poem!