‘First Wednesday Series’ Announces Return of the Munster Poetry Slam to Limerick.

The Limerick Writers’ Centre, in collaboration with Lime Square Poets, is thrilled to announce the return of the Munster Poetry Slam to Limerick. This exciting event will take place on Wednesday, September 4th, at 7:30 PM in the White House Bar, Limerick, as part of their much praised ‘First Wednesday Series’.

The Munster Poetry Slam invites poets of all backgrounds, and locations, to showcase their original work in a competitive yet supportive environment. Participants will have the opportunity to perform their poetry before a live audience and a panel of judges, with strict adherence to the art form’s traditional rules:

– All poems must be performed from memory

– No written aids allowed on stage

– Poems can explore any subject or style

– Only original work by the performing poet is permitted

– No props, costumes, musical instruments, or backing tracks

– Each round requires a new poem

– Performances are limited to three minutes

“We’re excited to bring back this vibrant celebration of spoken word to Limerick,” said Dominic Taylor, Director of the Limerick Writers’ Centre. “The Munster Poetry Slam not only showcases local talent but also serves as a qualifying event for the All Ireland Poetry Slam in Dublin this November.”

Interested poets are encouraged to register by sending their name to limerickwriterscentre@gmail.com. All entrants will receive a comprehensive set of guidelines upon application.

The event promises not only a platform for artistic expression but also the chance to win prizes. Top-scoring poets will also qualify for the prestigious All Ireland Poetry Slam in Dublin (date to be confirmed).

For those who may wonder what exactly is a ‘poetry slam’?  Slam poetry is a form of performance poetry that combines elements of performance, writing, competition, and audience reaction. It is performed at events called poetry slams. The name slam came from how the audience has the power to praise or, sometimes, disparage a poem.

For more information about the Munster Poetry Slam, please contact:

Dominic Taylor – limerickwriterscentre@gmail.com

About the First Wednesday Series: The ‘First Wednesday Series’ is a monthly poetry reading and open-mic event hosted by The Poetry Circle (Limerick Writers’ Centre) and Lime Square Poets. Held on the first Wednesday of each month at the White House Bar, 52 O’Connell St. in Limerick City.