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Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Nekos Ramos


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    May 20, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Neko RamosNeko Ramos is an actor, writer, poet/spoken word artist, host, educator, youth advocate, and Theatre practitioner from PG county, MD. He received his BFA in Theatre Arts with a concentration in Acting from Howard University and has performed on multiple regional Theatre stages in the DC (more…)

Live Recording | The Collision | Etan Thomas, Dave Zirin & Chuck Modiano

Live Recording | The Collision | Etan Thomas, Dave Zirin & Chuck Modiano


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    May 21, 2026
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

LIVE: The Collision — Where Sports and Politics Collide Presents a  –  with special guest Join us for a special live recording of WPFW 89.3 FM’s acclaimed radio show, The Collision: Sports and Politics, on the Langston Hughes Stage. This edition focuses on  Featured Guest:We encourage guests to RSVP to receive event updates directly from Busboys and Poets.Meet (more…)

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RED LIVES: Our Years in the U.S. Communist Party | Busboys and Poets Books


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    May 21, 2026
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Red Lives: Our Years in the Communist Party, 1950-2000 covers decades when thousands felt that capitalism was not the answer and sought out and explored different socialist organizations. We think that those experiences, of what people did, what lessons they drew, what victories they won can offer lessons for today. But there were huge set-backs (more…)

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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby


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    May 21, 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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Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by Hosted by Rebecca Dupas


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    May 21, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Rebecca DupasDr . Rebecca Dupas is a multi-disciplinary artist of poetry, fiction and nonfiction, photography, and costume jewelry. This award-winning poet’s work has appeared on Fox 5, C- Span, PBS, WEAA, and WHUR radio, in The Washington Post alongside President Clinton, and in the DC Black (more…)

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Live! from Busboys Hosted by MalPractice


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    May 22, 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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Pajama Jammie Jam Poetry Slam hosted by Simply Sherri


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    May 22, 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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ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Wade Green


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    May 22, 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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    May 22, 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…)

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


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    May 23, 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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America Connected: Runway of the World


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    May 25, 2026
    5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Runway of the World: Uniting of the GLOBERunway of the World brings people together to bridge borders, build understanding, and experience the power of global connection. This dynamic event invites participants from all walks of life to engage in meaningful dialogue, share perspectives, and strengthen connections across cultures.This event is part of the mission of (more…)

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Monday Night Open Mic hosted by Roscoe Burnems


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    May 25, 2026
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Roscoe BurnemsDouglas Powell (Roscoe Burnems) is a spoken-word artist, teacher, husband, and father. He has dedicated his life to poetry, education, and entertainment, and a way to blend the three worlds together. Speaking candidly on everything from bullying to equality, from depression to oppression, what it (more…)