Poetry Pro Tips: Allison Xu Part 1
Check out these pro tips from Youth Poet Laureate Allison Xu and level up your poetry writing and performance game
Allison Xu is Montgomery County, Maryland's 2023 Youth Poet Laureate (YPL). Learn more about our YPL program.
DMV Youth Poetry Slam Competition — Slamtastic
Join us at Slamtastic our Youth Slam Poetry competition where youth poets ages 13 to 19 take the stage and share their voices in this five-round tournament from December 2023 to April 2024 for a chance to be named Grand Slam Champion and the newest members of the 2024 DMV Youth Slam Team!
Curious what our Slamtastic Youth Slam Poetry competition nights are like? You can check out this article on our Slam 2024 season.
Our DMV Youth Slam Team receives exclusive training from our poetry and writing pros and the opportunity to perform at local and national events throughout the year. This is your chance to gain valuable experience and exposure and connect with a supportive community of fellow poets and artists who share your passion for spoken word. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to elevate your poetry and make a lasting impact on the poetry scene.
