Hosted by Stella B, Art Speaks is a Poetry Slam!
Sunday, February 9
Bout 1: 12:30–2PM | Bout 2 & 3: 2:30–4PM
What is a poetry slam? Think of it as a live poetry competition! Similar to an open mic, participants perform their original work in front of an audience. However, in a slam, there's a competitive twist—invited judges and audience members score the poets based on the quality of their writing and delivery. The highest-scoring poets advance to the next rounds.
In this event, there will be three rounds:
- First Bout: Open to all poets (12-15 participants).
- Second Bout: The top 8 scorers, as determined by the judges, will move forward.
- Final Bout: The top 4 poets will compete with a new poem to determine the ArtSpeaks Champion!
**NEW** ArtSpeaks Student Edition!
Students (14-18 years old) will compete in one bout from 10:30AM-12PM
This year, we’re also excited to include a Student Edition of the Poetry Slam! Young poets will have the chance to showcase their talent and creativity in a dedicated one bout segment. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to express themselves and gain experience in a supportive environment.
Join us for an inspiring day of powerful performances and creative expression! Whether you're a participant or an audience member, we can’t wait to see you there!
Bleacher seating will be provided, first come first served. No additional ticket cost other than the $5 general admission.