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The Poets Loft is a unique coffee house and performance venue. Located at 514b Central Ave in Hot Springs National Park Arkansas in the heart of city's Historic district. Over 100 years old. she stands at the foot of West Mountain Between Central and Exchange Streets (appropriately). The annual Wednesday night open mic poetry reading founded in 1989 "The Spa City Poetry reading" is the worlds oldest continuous open mic poetry reading in history. Printed articles about this local event have appeared in local newsprint, and in publications throughout the U.S. including People Magazine. What a great venue! And what illustrious poets have read on this stage! This Venue curates a most glorious poetic tradition that has showcased some incredible poets in this far off part of Americana. Rita Dove, Allen Ginsberg, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Yevgeny Yevtushenko, Brenda Moosey, Ben Porter Lewis, Lucinda Williams, Miller Williams, Shokan Tadashi Kondo and a list of poets that just might surprise you have graced our most wonderful stage. It is truly an honor to read here following in such poetic footsteps. The Spa City Poetry Slam is a uncensored monthly competition for spoken word artist. Founded in 1997 the staple prize aloted for the wonder poet in 3rd place has always remained "A Loaf of Wonder Bread and can of Spam" the prize money has changed over the years and now stands at $200.00 for the poet in 1st place and $100.00 for the 2nd place winner. Feature slots are available for every event. Currently the Slam Mistress and gracisous hostess for the slam is Maria E. Kuntz.
The Arkansas Grand Slam spoken word competition for individual poets
is the world most prestigious live competition in the world, Specifically
in existence to celebrate the art of spoken word and the artist who
perform it. Honored, I humbly bow....The very first Arkansas Grand Slam
was held in November of 1997. There is no other poetry competition on
this earth that does more to celebrate the poet than The Arkansas Grand
slam. Not PSI, Not LEAF, Not Blue Bonnet or Akoben Word Fest. NONE!
Come on out and be a part of the tradition, experience the Phenom of
Slam Poetry live. Most importantly, experience The Loft!. The photography on display embrace many artistic expressions and styles. We display the work of Photographer Ted E. Felton, volunteer photographer for the Loft and all its feature performers. All of the images captured on stage are displayed on the Poet's Loft walls and at tedfelton.com Our facility is available to host your private party or event. Click HERE for facility rental rates & terms. So, if you are looking for a unique atmosphere to relax and enjoy original entertainment, or a place to hold that special party, check out our calendar & visit us! Thank each and every one of you for your continued support and attendance over all these years. We at the Poets Loft look forward to seeing you.
Arts Cooperative Team P.O. Box 1286 Hot Springs, AR 71902 "Ear marked for Poetry". ACT
at 231B Central Avenue |