Grand Slam

Australian Poetry Slam 07 National Grand Slam

Friday 7 December
6 pm for 6.30 pm start
Macquarie Street Foyer, State Library of NSW
$15
Bookings essential (02) 9273 1770, bookings@sl.nsw.gov.au

Australia’s first national slam has unearthed the best spoken word talent in the country.The 17 finalists fought off over 600 competitors via 45 heats and eight state and territory finals for a coveted spot in the national grand slam. All contestants are given a mic, a live audience and just two minutes to impress the judges with their original word artistry. The title, $5,000 cash and a gig at the Sydney Opera House is up for grabs. Hosted by Miles Merrill, spoken word artist and Slam co-organiser.

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding & advisory body.

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