Are you the next Australian Poetry Slam Champion? 

This August, join us at Manly Library as we host Word Travels for the Northern Beaches heat of the 2024 Australian Poetry Slam.

Saturday 24 August, 4 - 6pm at Manly Library

Performers

Want to set your stories free?

Calling all local poets! Bring your original poem, story, monologue or rap to the stage.

Performers must be 15 years and older.

Sign up sheet on the night will be available from 3.30pm in Manly Library. Entry to perform is free.

We have a small raised stage where we will provide a corded microphone in a stand. 

Performers will have up to two minutes on stage. 

The library is a safe, inclusive space for all members of our community and we expect our performers to model these same values in their performances. Please be mindful of the use of swear words. 

Two poets chosen by the Manly Library audience will receive a prize and head to the State Final.

• 1st place: $100 voucher
• 2nd place: $50 voucher

Poets Australia wide are competing in heats and state finals leading up to one National Final at Sydney Opera House and a prize worth $20,000, including publishing opportunities and international gigs.

Before you come along check out the APS 2023 rules here: www.australianpoetryslam.com/rules 

Audience

All ages are welcome. Parental supervision is required for children as content may include adult themes or coarse language.

Free, drop-in

The library is a safe, inclusive space and we expect the audience to model these same values in their attendance. Be respectful of the performers on stage and refrain from talking during the performances.

Enquiries

8495 5028 or libraryprograms@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

Manly Library Ground Floor is an accessible space for audience and performers.