For two hours audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved, expect a packed house, expect the unexpected, but above all come with an open mind and ear. *Tickets are available online! Click here to purchase. Limit of 4 wristbands per person. Sorry, No Refunds.
Busboys and Poets' longest running poetry series, is a special event hosted exclusively by Derrick Weston Brown, the Poet-In-Residence of Busboys and Poets, 14th & V. This program is centered around a unique featured artist, and features a 10-15 minute nine question interview and audience Q&A with the artist called the BluePrint Sessions, and a limited open mic to close out the event.
Sunday Kind of Love features emerging and established poets from the Washington, DC area and around the nation. Each program includes featured poet(s) and an open mic segment centered around a predetermined social or poetic theme. Hosted by various local poets, Sunday Kind of Love has showcased poets as diverse as Esther Iverem, Richard Blanco, and Kathi Wolfe.
The 11th hour poetry slam gives poetry lovers an opportunity to enjoy the competitive art of performance poetry late night. Enjoy two rounds of high intensity poetry - with the audience choosing a winner. Come join us for an alternative way to spend your Friday night.
ASL Open Mic. A place where Sign Language unifies with poets and music. On this night, American sign language users and viewers from all corners of life will come together to recite a poem or a song. This is an open stage for anyone who wants to share written inspiration. Come out and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere while you eat, get your drink on and socialize. Plus, it's great for those learning American Sign Language. Hosted by DJ Supalee.
*SPARKLE* Open Mic Poetry is a queer-friendly reading series hosted by Regie Cabico and Danielle Evennou!
Our monthly youth-focused and youth-led series is held every 3rd Saturday from 5-7pm at 5th & K (doors open at 4:30, tickets $5). We invite all young people (under 20) to come share their poetry, music, rap, story-telling, or other appropriate skills. Email slam@splitthisrock.org for more info. Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring an entire class or group of over 10 students.