Open to slam poets of any age, Sara Hirsch (they/she) from Motif Poetry will MC this regional slam championship. The winner will be awarded travel funds to represent Otago at the National Slam. The competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules of the National Slam (newzealandpoetryslam.com/rules), and poets may be required to read up to three poems.

Please register to compete, numbers limited

Content warning: young people under 14 are welcome to attend if accompanied by someone over 18; please note the poetry may contain adult themes and content

Presented in association with Motif Poetry

All competitor spaces have been filled! If you would like to be added to the waiting list, email waitlist@writersfest.nz