The Promethean Inferno: Battle of Wordsmiths Poetry Slam Festival

Welcome to the evolution of Creative Suitland’s Promethean Inferno Poetry Slam! In 2024, we’re taking our passion of poetic expression to new heights by expanding this annual event into a 3-day festival to offer an enriching experience for poets, writers, performers, and poetry enthusiasts. In addition to the poetry slam, we are introducing a mixer event to provide a space for artists to connect, collaborate, and fuel each other’s creativity. Then we are presenting an array of creative development workshops, designed to inspire and hone your craft.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH 6-9PM - "THE POETIC FUNCTION"

• A networking mixer with artisan vendors, creative development workshop, food, cypher, and good vibes. Donation-based entry.
• The creative development workshop will be announced at a later date.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH 6-10PM - "THE PRELUDE"

• Contestants will compete in mini-bouts. Donation-based entry.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH 6-10PM - "THE FINAL STAGE"

• The final day of the festival will feature morning creative development workshops and the final competition with 15 poets.
• The creative development workshop will be announced at a later date.

"THE POETIC FUNCTION" - $5 Admission

"THE PRELUDE" -$5 Admission

"THE FINAL STAGE" - $15 for General Admission / $10 for Seniors & Military (with ID)

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All ticket sales are final.

CALL FOR SLAM POETS! This is your chance to shine! Register now to compete in the slam by clicking

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Creative Suitland Arts Center, 4719 Silver Hill Road, Suitland-Silver Hill, United States