Aspects 2026: Aspects Poetry Slam

The Aspects Poetry Slam doubles as the North Down Heat of the Ulster Poetry Slam, with the winning poet advancing to the Ulster Final.This dynamic, competitive event pits poet against poet, as they work against the clock and their peers to showcase their original work.Poets who register at the start of the night will be chosen at random and have three minutes to perform. Three judges will score the work and choose who goes through to the next round. The outright winner will be crowned 'Aspects Poetry Slam Champion!' and will advance to the Northern Ireland competition.Rules of the Slam:Poems should not exceed three minutes
Pieces should be the poet's own work
No props, musical instruments
Poets should perform solo
There will be penalties/disqualification for non-adherence to the rules
Timing begins after the poet gives their name and title of the poem
Page/book to read poem from is acceptableGood luck to all.