Past: Words on Fire! Poetry Slam

A literary and performative genre, slam poetry weaves words and high-energy performance into a powerful message.

Up to 10 poets or groups will compete for prizes and bragging rights.

The first 10 to register will be accepted. Registration begins at 6 p.m. Monday, August 28, at Cup 'N' Cork, 11 S. Spanish St. in Cape Girardeau. Round 1 begins at 6:30 p.m. Both group and individual entries are welcome. Poets/groups must read a different original poem, lasting no longer than 3 minutes, for each round. Judges will consider the the poem and the delivery when assigning points. Total points from all 3 rounds will determine the winners.