Come support NYC hottest poets at they compete for a spot to represent new York!

Urban Word NYC is proud to host the Annual NYC Teen Poetry Slam at some of the city’s hottest venues, literary spaces and theaters. With nothing but a mic and their powerful voices, over 500 of New York City’s inspiring young poets, spoken word artists and emcees will recite their own original. This event spans 10 nights in March-April and culminates in an opportunity to compete at the Grand Slam Final held at Harlem's world famous Apollo Theater..

Valuing community over competition, Urban Word keeps the emphasis on the youth and their extraordinary talent even in the context of the slam. As the slams progress and individuals move closer to becoming part of team, momentum and exhilaration bind the young poets, their mentors, and audience members with the Urban Word community.

We honor all styles of poetry, spoken word, hip-hop and manifesto. To perform you must be 13-19 years old.

 Semifinal Slam $5 teens/$7 adults/Free for performers.

Thursday March 18th 6-9PM

Nuyorican Poets Café
236 E. 3rd Street
New York, NY 10002
Subway Directions: Take the F Train to 2nd Ave.
Walk uptown to 3rd St. then east to between Avenues B & C.
www.nuyorican.org