Mommy & Daddy Issues Poetry Slam

Schedule

Sat May 16 2026 at 04:30 pm to 06:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Rumba Room | Memphis, TN

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Join us for a night of raw and emotional poetry as we explore the complexities of parenthood and family dynamics with a splash of comedy…
About this Event

Hosted by Comedian Rob Love, Mommy & Daddy Issues Poetry Slam is a spoken word collaboration that captures the different angles of motherhood and fatherhood, angles that parents or outsiders may not always see. Bringing life into this world is a beautiful thing. There are many hurdles, milestones, and misunderstandings along the way. There are also just as many beautiful things to celebrate and honor. There are losses that require grieving people who have transitioned from this life, as well as people who are still living. This event will capture the essence of motherhood and fatherhood, the good, the bad, and the ugly. I can’t say poetry is therapy, but it has been very therapeutic, and sometimes healing comes through releasing. Bring a friend and come experience poetry night for yourself or come solo and meet new people along the way.

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A friendly reminder that this event is a slam that will be scored by three judges and also consists of an open mic. The top poet per round will win $100 cash prizes. During round one, poets must discuss the theme of motherhood, fatherhood, or the lack thereof, in some way. Round two can be on any topic. If you’re interested in registering for the slam, text your stage name to 901-503-7418 by May 7th.

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Doors open: 4pm

Experience: 4:30pm

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Payment options:

Cash App: $WriteousSoul

MayPoetrySlam.Eventbrite.com

*No door tickets

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To stay connected to special events by Writeous Soul Productions, text your name to 901-370-7055. Be sure to stop by and LIKE the page of my partner for this event: Rumba Room Memphis. We are excited to collaborate through poetry and the arts. Aside from Eventbrite, an alternative payment method is Cash App. General: $20 (purchase by May 15th at midnight). Cash App: $WriteousSoul. Include your name and #MFIssues in the notes. Your name will automatically be added to the paid guest list. Just say it at the door. We look forward to seeing each of you.

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*in the event of inclement weather, future event credit will be arranged since there are no refunds. An email will be sent to all Eventbrite ticket holders by 3pm show date. However, Cash App ticket holders should email [email protected] to get squared away with event credit.

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This event is for 21+ older audience.

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#MommyIssues #DaddyIssues #WriteousSoulProductions #Memphis #PoetrySlam #SlamPoetry #PoetryBattle #SpokenWord #OpenMic

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Rumba Room, 303 South Main Street, Memphis, United States

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