Poetry Slam Mom

08/05/2026

Tucson Slam Poetry has an AMAZING writing workshop and open mic on August 9th from 4-6 PM with Tucson's Poet Laureate Logan Phillips!

This must-not-miss writing workshop will be held at The Coalition Space at 311 E 7th St, Tucson AZ.

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07/27/2026

We have a great crowd tonight and many new faces. Thanks for joining us! Make sure to plan your 4th Sundays with Tucson Slam Poetry. Follow them on Instagram

07/26/2026

Mark your calendars for September 27th to visit Unbroken before the Tucson Slam Poetry event. This will be an inspiring day at The Coalition Space.

UNBROKEN is coming to Tucson!

On September 27, I’m joining my good friend Alex Schotten, creator of Lifted Poets Society, for an intimate afternoon of portraiture, storytelling, and spoken word at The Coalition Space.

Our connection goes back years. I knew Alex’s family before he found recovery, and last year we had the opportunity to share the stage at RISE12. Now, I get to watch him use his story and his voice to create space for others—and bring our work together in Tucson.

The growing Unbroken gallery will be presented alongside Lifted Poets Society’s monthly spoken word event, bringing visual and spoken stories together in one powerful experience.

Unbroken began with my son, Gavyn, but his story continues to open the door for others. It has become a living, growing space where grief, survival, recovery, and responsibility can be named out loud.

Throughout the afternoon, I’ll also be conducting on-site interviews and collecting new stories from people whose lives have been impacted by overdose.

Because these stories deserve more than silence.

They deserve to be seen.
They deserve to be heard.
They deserve to move us toward action.

UNBROKEN x TUCSON
Sunday, September 27, 2026
1:30–6:30 PM
The Coalition Space | Tucson, Arizona

07/21/2026

Yikes! How did I forget to post the Slam info? My apologies.

This month is all about getting to know each other. We will be doing a "mingle" Instead of a featured poet. Can't wait to meet you...Poetry Slam Mom will be manning the check in table, so stop in for a mom hug (on request as I respect your personal space).

Slam is a form of poetry competition that was founded by Marc Smith in Chicago in 1984. Whether performing or cheering from the audience, your soul will be touched by some amazing artists.

The rules to compete are simple:
*All poems must be original and written by the poet competing
*Poems will be judged by 3-5 randomly selected judges in the audience
*Poets will compete in 1 to 3 rounds (be prepared with 3 poems) with scoring to determine round 2 and 3 competitors
*No props, costumes, or other materials not available to all posts are allowed
*No hate speech, disruptive behavior or nudity (respect each other)
*3 minute maximum with a 10 second grace period (.5 deducted for every 10 seconds over)

Register to compete in the bio of on Instagram (signups without access to Instagram can be sent to [email protected])

Doors open at 6:00 PM
Competitors arrive by 6:15 PM
Mingle from 6:30 PM 7:00 PM
Competition is 7:00-9:00 PM
Cost to attend is "pay what you can"

(Please note that topics often include sensitive, adult content or language, so suggested audience is 13 or older)

Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverage.

Follow Tucson Slam Poetry events on IG

Thank you to our hosts The 4th Avenue Coalition for providing the Coalition Space at 311 E 7th St, Tucson, AZ 85705

07/11/2026

Join Tucson Slam Poetry for a writing workshop and open mic are the 2nd Sunday of every month hosted by The Coalition Space at 311 E 7th St Tucson AZ.

Tucson Slam Poetry was built as a safe space to express truth and be a bridge between community and art.

Follow them on IG for updates

06/29/2026

We are so appreciative of those who come out in the summer to enjoy slam poetry. Happy 1st anniversary Tucson Slam and happy birthday Dezzy!

06/22/2026

🎶 Happy Anniversary Tucson Slam Poetry 🎶

It has been ONE year since Tucson Slam poets stepped on the stage and we are so grateful for all those who have shared their words with us. It only seems fitting to have one of our founding members as our featured poet this month...Dezzy!

Dezzy is a spoken word artist, community builder, and one of our organizers. Originally from East LA, she found her voice in the desert (La Vegas NV) and her purpose in Tucson. Her mission in life is to create spaces where people can just be who they are and exist as their authentic self.

Slam is a form of poetry competition that was founded by Marc Smith in Chicago in 1984. Whether performing or cheering from the audience, your soul will be touched by some amazing artists.

The rules to compete are simple:
*All poems must be original and written by the poet competing
*Poems will be judged by 3-5 randomly selected judges in the audience
*Poets will compete in 1 to 3 rounds (be prepared with 3 poems) with scoring to determine round 2 and 3 competitors
*No props, costumes, or other materials not available to all posts are allowed
*No hate speech, disruptive behavior or nudity (respect each other)
*3 minute maximum with a 10 second grace period (.5 deducted for every 10 seconds over)

Register to compete in the bio of on Instagram (signups without access to Instagram can be sent to [email protected])

Doors open at 6:00 PM
Competitors arrive by 6:15 PM
Competition is 6:30-9:00 PM
Cost to attend is "pay what you can"

(Please note that topics often include sensitive, adult content or language, so suggested audience is 13 or older)

Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverage.

Follow Tucson Slam Poetry events on IG

Thank you to our hosts The 4th Avenue Coalition for providing the Coalition Space at 311 E 7th St, Tucson, AZ 85705

06/13/2026

This "do not miss" workshop is tomorrow! See you there.