The 3rd Tryout Slam for the CT National Youth Poetry Slam Team 2011 January 23, 2011

Doors open/Sign-up at 2:45pm, Slam starts at 3pm

If you are a poet and like the mic, if you like applause and are between the ages of 13 and 19,you are eligible to try out for the CT National Youth Poetry Slam Team 2011. You should come prepared with at least 3 poems (be familiar with the rules and format) and enthusiasm.

The top 3 (maybe 4) poets from this slam will compete in a FINALS slam (TBD) with top poets from around the state. The eventual top 6 young poets will represent CT at Brave New Voices in San Francisco in July 2011. For more information, log onto www.upwordspoetry.com.

If there is any question regarding a reschedule due to inclement weather, please check www.upwordspoetry.com for more information before heading out.