Open Mic Night in Anacostia. Hosted by Miss Kiane Ink. 10.15.19
Date and Time
Oct 15, 2019 8:00 pm
Location
Anacostia
2004 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20020
Oct 15, 2019 8:00 pm
Anacostia
This week's Open mic at Ana is hosted by Miss Kiane Ink!
Although she is a social worker by profession, she is a poet by passion. In 1997, Dinahsta launched KIANE INK. She wrote cards, poems and other writings for special events and as special gifts. In 2005, she expanded KIANE INK to include the artistry of poetic performance in which she enjoys performing poetry at special events and spoken word venues. This year; however, Kiane Ink has evolved into a perfect fusion of Dinahsta’s professional and passionate interests offering cathartic/creative writing workshops, artistic community events and individual coaching. Kiane Inkprovides a platform for hope, healing and social justice through poetry and creative expression. Because writing served as a therapeutic outlet for her during her childhood and adulthood, Dinahsta believes that poetry can help others in a similar way. In her own words, “Poetry is my friend, my catharsis….my gift to the world….”
Featuring: Asha Watson (Purple Reign)
Originally from the Chicagoland area, Asha J. Watson is a woman who loves God, people, and language. After tragedy struck the times, she published the books in 2018 to reclaim her year. She originally fell in love with poetry at an early age and was first published at 15 years old. She discovered her passion for short stories in her twenties. Then, rediscovered writing poetry and the courage to perform at open mics in her thirties. She found a home in Silent Treatment Entertainment's "Comfort Zone" and became a part of the team that facilitates Spirits N Lyrics, the longestrunning open mic in NoVA. As a Spoken Word Artist, she is known as “Purple Reign.” Off stage, she is a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and community activist. She enjoys mentoring, especially the youth in her community. Asha resides in the DC Metro area.
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A Busboys and Poetry event! 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.
