Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

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Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, October 19, ~ 8:00 - 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)

If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)

*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage.
If you don't plan to read, then don't purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere. Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Host: Ryan Lowry, DJ: Yvaine Washington

Featured Poet: "ABE the Blackstone"
Spoken word artist "ABE the Blackstone" hails from Saint Louis, Missouri. Although he started writing poetry at the age of 16, it wasn’t until he was 30 when he first performed. That flipped a switch inside him, compelling him to quit his I.T. gig to become a full-time spoken word artist. It’s been an absolute passion of his ever since. 

For tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/whisper-shout-open-mic-for-poetry-10-19-2023

Location: Peoria River Front Association