About this Event
📍 Busboys and Poets – Anacostia | 🗓 Wednesday, February 15, 2025 | ⏰ 7:00 PM EST
Hosted by Black Chakra
🔥 Join us for a high-energy poetry slam where words take center stage! 🔥 Whether it's bold storytelling, social commentary, or personal reflection, this slam is your chance to witness powerful performances and be moved by the voices of talented poets.
About the Event
The 4th Saturday Slam Series (special edition!) brings an electrifying night of competitive performance poetry. This midweek slam is packed with raw emotion, powerful storytelling, and the kind of energy that only spoken word can deliver!
Prepare for two rounds of dynamic poetry as amateurs and professionals go head-to-head for the audience’s favor. The stakes? A $100 CASH PRIZE – winner takes all!
What to Expect
🍽️ Full food and bar service available throughout the night.
🎤 A chance to experience spoken word at its finest.
🔥 A night of storytelling, rhythm, and raw emotion.
Slam Rules
- Each poem must be the poet’s original work.
- Poets have 3 minutes 30 seconds (plus a 10-second grace period) to perform. Time starts as soon as the poet speaks or interacts with the audience.
- Points will be deducted for exceeding the time limit.
- No props, costumes, or musical instruments (this includes removing clothing).
- Poems must be performed solo.
- Poets can read from paper or electronic devices but cannot use them as props.
- 6 competitors will be eliminated after the 1st round, leaving the best to battle it out in the final round!
Meet Your Host: Black Chakra
Black Chakra is a powerhouse in the world of spoken word. As a National Poetry Slam Champion, Texas Grand Slam Champion, and Southern Fried Slam Champion, his resume speaks volumes. Known for his raw, passionate performances and captivating writing, Black Chakra embodies the spirit of Baltimore. Beyond his accolades, he’s a dedicated youth poetry teacher for Dewmore Baltimore, inspiring young poets to find their voices and shine on national stages.
📢 Get your tickets now and experience an unforgettable night of poetry and performance!
Event venue & nearby stays
Busboys and Poets, 2004 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southeast, Washington, United States
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