The Aspects Poetry Slam doubles as the North Down Heat of the Ulster Poetry Slam, with the winning poet advancing to the Ulster Final. This dynamic, competitive event pits poet against poet. They are working against the clock and their peers, to showcase their original work. Poets who register at the start of the night will be chosen at random and have three minutes to perform. Three judges will score the work and choose who goes through to the next round. The outright winner will be crowned 'Aspects Poetry Slam Champion!' and will advance to the Northern Ireland competiton. Rules of the Slam: Poems should not exceed three minutes Pieces should be the poets own work No props, musical instruments Poets should perform solo There will be penalties/disqualification for non-adherence to the rules Timing begins after the poet gives their name and title of the poem Page/book to read poem from is acceptable Good luck to all.