Wednesday Open Mic Poetry hosted by Chris Thomas- 10.31.18
Date and Time
Oct 31, 2018 9:00 pm
Location
450K
450 K St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001
Oct 31, 2018 9:00 pm
450K
A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Guest Host Chris Thomas
HOSTED BY: C. THOMAS
C. Thomas is a writer and performance artist based in Washington, DC. Effectively weaving his emotions into accessible works of art, C. has stunned audiences at Studio 2001 Art Gallery, Angelina College, Howard University, Prince George's Community College, Thomas Jefferson University, Eleanor Roosevelt High School and Journey of Faith United Methodist Church and was named a Pioneer of Poetry by NUSPA (National Underground Spoken Word Poetry Awards) in 2015. An unapologetic voice for social change, C. continues to use art as advocacy for organizations such as Child Abuse Prevention Awareness, Black Lives Matter, SGL (Same Gender Loving) and the LGBT community of which he is proud to be a part
FEATURING: EPHRAIM NEHEMIAH
Ephraim Nehemiah is a poet, educator and performer,
past member of 5 national slam teams
and co-founder of So Journeyed Da Truth slam out of Northeast Ohio.
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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.
$5 cover. Wristbands are available for purchase online at midnight and in the restaurant starting at 10:00 AM (cash only). No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Tickets will be sold at the door if available. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event.
Seating is available on a first come, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. Failure to check in within 30 minutes of advertised start time may result in forfeiture of seats.
