SOUND OFF! Open Mic
SOUND OFF! Open Mic
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
FEATURED POET
Queen Drissy is a poet, educator, and multidisciplinary creative whose work rises from the roots of family, blossoms in pride for Black womanhood, and carries the rhythms of healing, love, and empowerment. A proud graduate of Howard University with a master’s from Bowie State University, she is also a traveler who finds inspiration in the power of community across cultures and places. A resident of District Heights, she brings that spirit into her Prince George’s County Visual Arts classroom and onto the stage—creating spaces where Black voices and stories can flourish.
SHOW TIMES
Monday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM
Tickets: $10
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-6:45 PM to sign up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly, so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon as your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us, and it takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed, but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason. Let’s have fun and let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic
SOUND OFF! Open Mic
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
SHOW TIMES
Monday, October 27th at 7:00 PM
Tickets: $10
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-6:45 PM to sign up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly, so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon as your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us, and it takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed, but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason. Let’s have fun and let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic
SOUND OFF! Open Mic
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
SHOW TIMES
Monday, December 22nd at 7:00 PM
Tickets: $10
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-6:45 PM to sign up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly, so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon as your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us, and it takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed, but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason. Let’s have fun and let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Creativity the Poet
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Creativity the Poet
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
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Creativity the Poet is a National Spoken Word Artist originally from South Florida who now resides in Atlanta, GA. 15 years in the Poetry game, has graced many stages across the nation, living out a purpose, "Touching Lives Through What I Speak."
Also a musician, he composed, arranged & played the drums on his debut album "Poetic Therapy: Life, Love & Pain" that's streaming on all platforms...
He's thought-provoking with witty wordplay. Creativity truly defines the essence of his name...
The Gentleman, Musician, & Poet...
Craig J. Lee
SHOW TIMES
Monday, August 25th at 7:00 PM
Tickets: $10
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-6:45 PM to sign up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly, so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon as your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us, and it takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed, but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason. Let’s have fun and let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Ink
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Ink
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
Ink is a PG-born Spoken Word Artist, clothing designer, and entrepreneur. A 3-time Poetry Slam winner, she has been featured at SpitDat DC, Trap Poetry, First Fridays Poetry Club in Philly, and 9 Busboys open mic events. She created her brand INK WRITES POETRY to serve artists of all trades by encouraging them to fall in love with their work and platform their art.
SHOW TIMES
Monday, July 28th at 7:00 PM
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish starting at $5
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-6:45 PM to sign up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly, so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon as your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us, and it takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed, but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason. Let’s have fun and let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Sir Harvey Fitz
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Sir Harvey Fitz
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet
with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
Monday, June 23rd at 7:00 PM
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish starting at $5
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM to sign-up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us and It takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason, let’s have fun, let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Da Evangelist
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Da Evangelist
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet
with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
Monday, April 28th at 7:00 PM
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish starting at $5
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM to sign-up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us and It takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason, let’s have fun, let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Unique Robinson
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Unique Robinson
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet
with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
FEATURED POET COMING SOON!
Monday, March 24th at 7:00 PM
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish starting at $5
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM to sign-up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us and It takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed but only in the context of a piece!
NO BACKTRACKS. Acapella performances only! No exceptions.
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason, let’s have fun, let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Javon Rustin
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Javon Rustin
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet
with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
This month’s feature is Javon Rustin!
Javon Rustin is a poet, performer, and computer programmer; a writer of stories, stanzas, and software. He is a 2x HBCU graduate, receiving his Bachelors and Masters from North Carolina A&T. In the realm of poetry competitions, Javon has since been a 2x national poetry slam finalist as well as a regional slam champion and regional team finalist. He has worked as a teaching artist for youth in D.C., Texas, and North Carolina. His hobbies include reading as a form of escape or turning trauma into halfway decent jokes. Javon has been published in six anthologies and his performances can be found on Button Poetry, Write About Now, and All Def Poetry.
Monday, February 23rd at 7:00 PM
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish starting at $5
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM to sign-up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us and It takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed but only in the context of a piece!
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason, let’s have fun, let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Kenneth Something
SOUND OFF! Open Mic feat. Kenneth Something
Hosted by Pi-Anir the Poet
with Musical Vibes by Nomad Mal
Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression and release as we invite you to SOUND OFF! Open Mic. This is your safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and creativity in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time speaker, come amplify your voice and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!
To kick off the new year, we welcome back Kenneth Something!
Kenneth Something is a playwright, poet, educator, organizer, and activist. They have performed on stage across the United States. They are a multi-national poetry slam champion. In 2018, they were ranked 3rd best slam in the world.
Monday, January 27th at 7:00 PM
Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish starting at $5
Interested in performing? The mic is open to ALL performers (18+) from poets to singers to comedians. Purchase a ticket on Eventbrite and arrive between 6:30-7:00 PM to sign-up on the list. There are 12 slots available for our open mic performances. The list fills up quickly so please plan accordingly!
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OPEN MIC RULES
5 MINUTES. As soon your mouth opens, your 5 minutes have begun.
RESPECT THE SPACE. This is a safe space and will be treated as such. The open mic is church for many of us and It takes a lot of courage to share while fighting a war of nerves to share parts of our lives with others. We don’t know each other’s struggles, but we respect one another.
WHAT YOU WON’T DO. No homophobia. No transphobia. No disrespect against ANYONE’S sexuality or gender expression. No racism. No xenophobia. No misogyny. Straight to the point, no BS!
WATCH YOUR MOUTH. Yes, cursing is allowed but only in the context of a piece!
BYE, FELICIA! Not following any of these rules will get you kicked out and banned from future open mics, so play nicely. We are all here for a reason, let’s have fun, let’s enjoy this space and the art we are about to witness.
Learn more about SOUND OFF! Open Mic here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING COVID-19 SAFETY POLICIES:
If you are sick, stay home!
Masks are recommended but not required.
Sanitize your hands upon entrance of the lobby.