Austin Poetry Slam
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1403 Kenwood Avenue
Aldritch Street
Aldrich Street
Join us every Wednesday at the Barrel O’ Fun! Poetry + Score Cards + Cash = Austin Poetry Slam! We are back!!! Doors open at 7:30 pm. Show starts at 8:15 pm.
After a long sleep, Austin Poetry Slam returns to The Native-this time at the Parlor! Coming back a beastly as ever, Austin Poetry Slam is ready for the new world! Bring a mask, and please observe Social Distancing during the event. The venue is still requiring patrons to mask up. Poets wishing to perform will need to sign up on site. List closes promptly at 8pm. No exceptions. No pre-sign ups. Sp
Check out APS KREWE featuring Tova Charles, Michael Hatcher, Rachel Z, Mr. Dave, and Christopher Michael as they explore the world through poetry. Join us every Thursday night!
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09/26/2024
Happy Birthday to activist, author, and feminist academic bell hooks.
We carry her wisdom with us today and every day.
Hosted by Christopher Michael !!!
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Please tune in to the Weekly Slam happening at Alamo Drafthouse @ Barrel O' FUN!!!
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09/18/2024
Last Chance to get your tickets for pre sale!
$8 pre-sale when you use code Austinslam
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Come Watch Tova Charles, Rachel Z, Michael Hatcher, Christopher Michael and Mr. Dave to laugh and talk through the crazy world we live in!
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Austin Poetry Podcast going live in juuuuuust a few minutes!
Catch the 2024 Southern Fried Poetry Slam Champions as they powerfully redefine and reclaim the word 'bitch.' Straight from Houston, these poets are setting the stage on fire with their unapologetic truth. Don't miss this transformative performance!
09/08/2024
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$8 pre-sale (use code AustinSlam)
$15 at the door
09/06/2024
Registration is open for "It's Your World: Character and World Building" with Jennine "Doc" Krueger on Thursday, September 12, 7 pm CT, on Zoom.
Registration Deadline: September 8th
Learn More: torchliteraryarts.org/event-details/workshop-its-your-world-character-and-world-building-with-jennine-doc-krueger
Come Watch Tova Charles, Rachel Z, Michael Hatcher, Christopher Michael and Mr. Dave to laugh and talk through the crazy world we live in!
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Austin Poetry Slam podcast will be live shortly!
My village holds me... Thank you Austin Poetry Slam thank you Michael Hatcher for the beautiful poem. I am because of yall.. thank you !
Witness the fire of 2024 Southern Fried champs Team Smoke at the New S**t Slam hosted by Lorelei! Wed 7 PM, Alamo Drafthouse Mueller.
Get Ready to Ignite!
This week at the New S**t Slam, we're turning up the energy with an electrifying set from the 2024 Southern Fried National Poetry Slam champs, Team Smoke !
These poets are on fire, and they're about to light up the stage with their fresh, never-before-heard verses!
Hosted by Lorelei —you know it’s going to be a night full of surprises and unforgettable moments!
New S**t Rules: Only brand-new, never-performed poems allowed—so bring your A-game and drop some fresh fire! No repeats, no covers—just pure, unfiltered creativity!
Don’t miss your chance to witness the magic of Team Smoke and some of Austin’s freshest voices. This is one slam you won’t want to sit out!
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Join us for an electrifying night of spoken word at the Austin Poetry Slam on August 28, 2024! With a $200 prize up for grabs, the competition is sure to be fierce as poets take the stage to share their most powerful and moving performances. Hosted by the charismatic Jomar Valentin, this event promises an evening of raw emotion, creativity, and unforgettable poetry. Whether you're a seasoned slam fan or new to the scene, this is an event you won't want to miss!
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$200 Slam will be live streamed on our Instagram tonight.
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The Austin Poetry Slam is a weekly event held every Tuesday at Spiderhouse Ballroom, showcasing 12 amazing and original spoken-word artists in a no holds barred, raucous, energized competition. That's right: we assign scores to art!
Welcome to Austin Poetry Slam!
#AustinSlam
You have found Austin’s premiere showcase of slam poetry! We hold a show every Tuesday night at the Spider House Ballroom!
Tuesdays:
Location: Spider House Ballroom,
Time: Doors/Sign-up at 7:15pm, Draw at 8pm, Slam Starts at 8:15pm
Price: $7 on Tuesday nights for regular slams, and occasionally $8 or $10 on special nights, such as Quarter Finals, Semi-Finals, IWPS Finals, WOWPS Finals, Slam Bowl or the Nationals Slam Scrimmage.
Slamming: OPEN SIGN UPS UNTIL 8PM!!!
For questions regarding our events/bi-weekly shows, please visit our regularly updated event pages!
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1911 Aldrich Street Suite 120B
Austin, TX
78723
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