New Slam on the Block

The Northern Poetry Slam

in association with Manchester Literature Festival and sponsored by Baltika lager

Thursday 17^th April 2008, 9pm ’til late

The Northern Pub, 56 Tib Street, Manchester, M4 1LX

Tel: 0161 835 2548 www.thenorthernpub.co.uk

Free Entry

Manchester Literature Festival is delighted to join forces with The Northern, Manchester’s original modern pub in the heart of the Northern Quarter, to launch a regular poetry night for northern slammers. The first slam is hosted by the effervescent comedian John Cooper and features a special guest appearance from Max Seymour, winner of last year’s Manchester Literature Festival Comedy Slam. Come and discover the city’s rising stars of poetry and comedy and help crown a champion.

Each contestant gets 3 minutes on the mic to impress the audience. The winner of each heat receives a small cash prize, a guest spot in next month’s heat and automatic entry into the Manchester Literature Festival Grand Slam in October.

To book a performance slot, please email: admin@manchesterliteraturefestival.co.uk or tel: 0161 236 5725

Future Northern Slam Dates: May 14^th, June 18^th, July 16^th, August 20^th September 17^th, October 23^rd.