14 - Poetry Slam

College Poetry Slam
Bowery Poetry Club
10 May 2008, 1800

Ashley and I tackled a poetry slam this weekend. I had never been to a slam before yesterday. Actually, I have never even been to a poetry reading. I have a hard time with most poetry. I don't know what makes a well constructed poem, I don't read poems well because I never know when to pause, and I definitely don't understand iambic pentameter. The slam was fun though. These students got on stage and really performed their poems. They whispered, spoke, yelled, or cooed depending on the lines. They spoke from their hearts about racism, family, boyfriends/girlfriends, and life. I would recommend a slam to anyone who is passionate about something.

100 in 6 budget: $158