Story Slam!

What is a story slam? Based on a poetry slam format and similar to American Idol, a story slam is a contest of words by known and undiscovered talent. Story slammers will sign up on the night of the slam at the venue to tell a 5-minute short story on the evening's theme. A lucky eight to ten names will be drawn at random. Between each "act," audience members will be engaged in story improv games and other interactive story starters. At the end of the evening, judges will deliberate to pick a winner. Audience will also pick an audience favorite winner.?? ??Who gets to participate? Story slams are open to everyone 18+ years of age who wishes to sign up and can get into the venue. 8-10 names are selected from a box of slips entered by attendees with a story.