4th Saturday Slam! | Anacostia | hosted by Black Chakra

Name: 4th Saturday Slam! | Anacostia | hosted by Black Chakra
Start: 2025-02-15T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-15T21:00:00-05:00
Location: Anacostia

Date and Time

Feb 15, 2025 7:00 pm

Location

Anacostia

2004 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20020

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Description:

📍 Busboys and Poets – Anacostia | 🗓 Wednesday, February 15, 2025 | ⏰ 7:00 PM EST

Hosted by Black Chakra

🔥 Join us for a love-themed poetry slam where love poems take center stage! 🔥 Whether it’s the thrill of first love, the ache of heartbreak, or a deep appreciation for life and community, this slam is your chance to pour your heart out or be inspired by the poetic expressions of others.

About the Event

The 4th Saturday Slam Series (special edition!) provides an incredible opportunity for poetry lovers to experience the electrifying art of competitive performance poetry. This time, we’re bringing the love a little earlier with an unforgettable midweek slam!

Prepare for two rounds of high-energy, love-inspired poetry as amateurs and professionals compete for the audience's favor. The stakes? A $100 CASH PRIZE – winner takes all!

What to Expect

🍽️ Full food and bar service available throughout the night.
🎤 A chance to experience the power of spoken word at its finest.
💖 A community-focused, alternative way to spend your Wednesday night.

Slam Rules

Each poem must be the poet’s original work.
Poets have 3 minutes 30 seconds (plus a 10-second grace period) to perform. Time starts as soon as the poet speaks or interacts with the audience.
Points will be deducted for exceeding the time limit.
No props, costumes, or musical instruments (this includes removing clothing).
Poems must be performed solo.
Poets can read from paper or electronic devices but cannot use them as props.
6 competitors will be eliminated after the 1st round, leaving the best to battle it out in the final round!

Meet Your Host: Black Chakra

Black Chakra is a powerhouse in the world of spoken word. As a National Poetry Slam Champion, Texas Grand Slam Champion, and Southern Fried Slam Champion, his resume speaks volumes. Known for his raw, passionate performances and captivating writing, Black Chakra embodies the spirit of Baltimore. Beyond his accolades, he’s a dedicated youth poetry teacher for Dewmore Baltimore, inspiring young poets to find their voices and shine on national stages.