WNO Spring Preview

Washington Opera Preview Show


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    Feb 26, 2026
    5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Washington National Opera and The Washington Informer present a special preview event at Busboys and Poets Takoma featuring excerpts from Treemonisha and The Crucible, followed by a live Q&A and community reception.Washington National Opera, in partnership with The Washington Informer, invites you to a special community preview event at Busboys and Poets – Takoma.Cast members (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by DJ Tao


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    Feb 26, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by DJ TaoWhether freestyle or written, DJ Tao is a word in motion.DJ Tao began his career as a spoken word artist in the Washington, DC area. After extensive experience performing locally, he decided to expand his audience. He took his act on the road, touring America’s (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby


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    Feb 26, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by E-babyEric “E-Baby” Smith began writing poetry in July 2000; since then, he’s opened for R&B artists Musiq Soul Child, Me’Shell N’degeOcello, & Lyfe Jennings to name a few. After joining Jus Wiggin Entertainment in 2002 [agent: Tracy Wiggs], his “1 Poet Poetical Tour” reached over 150 (more…)

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Latin Dance Night hosted by DJ Elvira


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    Feb 27, 2026
    7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Come to eat, drink and DANCE!Dance Lessons by Marsha BonetDelicious food and drink specials served all night.FREE parking available.Entrance fee: $15 (purchased at the door). We accept cash, Venmo or Cashap ONLY.Dance Lessons available.Latin music (Salsa, Bachata & Merengue) played by our host DJ Elvira the rest of the evening.You do not want to miss (more…)

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Pajama Jammie Jam Poetry Slam hosted by Simply Sherri


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    Feb 27, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Busboys and Poets and Simply Poetic present the Pajama Jammie Jam Poetry Slam!The Pajama Jammie Jam is a love/erotica-themed slam, for everyone from professionals to novices, hosted by Simply Sherri!$100.00 cash prize.There will be THREE themed rounds of poetry:Round 1: Cupid Ain’t Sh*t!Round 2: Love is Grand! (Love Poem)Round 3: Freak Me, Baby! (Erotic Round)Cuts (more…)

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Live! from Busboys Hosted by MalPractice


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    Feb 27, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poets in-house series. LIVE! from Busboys is an open mic that offers a platform for all performers, not just poets. Whether you are a musician, comedian, dancer, actor, magician or any other type of performer, we want to see what you got! Come out and showcase your talents!The sign-up list to perform (more…)

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ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Wade Green


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    Feb 27, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS:On this night, American sign language users and viewers from all corners of life will come together to recite a poem, song, short skit or jokes. Come out and enjoy the wonderful environment while you eat, get your drink on and socialize. Great for those learning American sign language.HOST: (more…)

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Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Casey Catherine Moore


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    Feb 27, 2026
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreA Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreCasey Catherine Moore (she/her) is a bisexual, bipolar poet, writer, educator, and activist. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina in Comparative Literature with a focus on Latin poetry, invective, (more…)

LARGE PARTY RESERVATION: Amirah Student Group

LARGE PARTY RESERVATION: Amirah Student Group


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    Feb 28, 2026
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

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Afro House: Spirit Fest 2026


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    Feb 28, 2026
    2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Festival includes live performances from local creatives, a creative marketplace, and so much more.We turn to Black History Month to reflect on the past while dreaming of the future. So many of us forget to care for ourselves in the present, overlooking the spiritual compass inside. How can empower ourselves to blossom in an often-unforgiving (more…)

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4th Saturday Slam! | Anacostia | hosted by Black Chakra


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    Feb 28, 2026
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us for our 4th Saturday SLAM! at Busboys and Poets The 4th Saturday Slam provides an opportunity for poetry lovers to enjoy the competitive art of late-night performance poetry! Enjoy several rounds of competitive poetry by amateurs and professionals, with the audience choosing a winner. Cash Prize! Come join us for an alternative way to (more…)

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When the World Sleeps: An Afternoon with UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese


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    Mar 1, 2026
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join Busboys and Poets at 450K for a special in-person screening of a live Zoom conversation with Francesca Albanese, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Albanese will discuss her forthcoming book, When the World Sleeps: Stories, Words, and Wounds of Palestine, releasing April 28, 2026.PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY! (more…)