every.Word Poetry's Open Mic | Hosted by Michael Hatcher

every.Word Poetry Presents: Monday Open Mic in collaboration with VORTEX Voices

Date: Mondays

Time: Show 8:00-10:00PM | Bar Opens at 5PM | Poets & Musicians Check-In 7:30PM

Location: The VORTEX'S Outdoor Stage or inside The Butterfly Bar (2307 Manor Rd.)

Parking: Free and open to The VORTEX public, early arrival encouraged.

Join us for an evening of spoken word, poetry, and storytelling at every.Word Poetry's Open Mic Night, brought to you in collaboration with VORTEX Voices! Whether you're a seasoned poet, an aspiring writer, or a passionate listener, we invite you to take part in our community. Share your original work or simply sit back and take it all in. Before, during, and after the show, hang out at The Butterfly Bar and grab a bite to eat at Patrizi's all on the VORTEX compound.

Note: The open mic is primarily held on the outdoor stage, however in unpleasant weather, it will be held inside The Butterfly Bar or in the Eloise Theatre. In cases of unsafe road conditions, it will be canceled.

How to Participate:

Depending on planned programming, we will accept 15-20 poet & musician sign-ups.

• 7 Poet Sign-Up tickets are available online.
• 3 Musician Sign-Up tickets are avaiable online.
• The remainder of the sign-ups will be available day of at the stage, prioritizing poets.
• Poets & Musicians must check-in at the stage by 7:30pm to gurantee your spot on the list.
• By participating on stage, you consent to every.Word Poetry, The Butterfly Bar, and The VORTEX to share and use audio, video, and/or pictures of your performance on every.Word Poetry's, The Butterfly Bar's, The VORTEX's social media, website, inside the bar, and for grant-writing purposes. You also understand you are prohibited from sharing highly offensive and/or discrimantory works on stage.
• Please fill out this consent form for your full performance to be posted @everywordpoetry: https://links.everywordpoetry.com/
• This link can also be found through link in bio @everywordpoetry.
• Thank you so much, and we cannot wait to hear your voice!

Additional Information:

• Drink specials at The Butterfly Bar for service industry and artists!
• $8 margaritas
• $2 off Amaros
• $1 off cocktails
• $6 beer + shot
• The event is free, but donations are welcome to support future events and local poets. Please donate to every.Word Poetry at: https://cash.app/$EveryWordPoetry or through the eventbrite "donation" ticket.
• every.Word Poetry is primarily adult programming. Parent advisory reccomended.

Support The Poet House!

The Poet House is home to every.Word Poetry and Courageous Cadence, providing a dedicated space for poets, storytellers, and artists to create, connect, and be heard. As a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance, The Poet House is committed to fostering spoken word and literary arts in our community. Your contribution is tax-deductible and helps us build and sustain this vital space. Donate today and be part of the movement: https://fnd.us/buildthepoethouse?ref=sh_5DxIj9

Thank you for supporting the future of spoken word and storytelling!

For more details, follow us on @everywordpoetry @3220poetlane @courageouscadence and @vortex_rep on IG, FB and Tik Tok.

About : every.Word Poetry is a program of The Poet House dedicated to uplifting spoken word artists through workshops, open mics, and live performances. As a community-driven initiative, it provides a platform for poets to refine their craft and share their voices in impactful ways. The Poet House is a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance, ensuring support for its mission to foster literary and performance arts. Organized by poets Jasmine Games and Michael Hatcher.

About : The Poet House, based in Austin, Texas, is dedicated to fostering a vibrant national community of spoken word poets—primarily serving poets of color, queer poets, poets with disabilities, and youth poets. Through productions, open mics, workshops, and resources, we empower artists to express their voices, share their stories, and connect with audiences across the country.

About : We conjure urgent, unashamed art to create action in a shifting age. We embrace diverse communities, break down barriers, and elevate inclusive discourse from our home in Austin, Texas. We enliven humanity with a magical green new theatre at our Butterfly Bar and Sanctuary.

Check out The VORTEX's calendar for more shows and events!

THE VORTEX IS A 501(C)3 NON-PROFIT.

Thank you for joining us. Prepare to be inspired, moved, and entertained. We can't wait to hear your voice!

Info: The Butterfly Bar is open from 5PM-12:00AM. Patiriz's is open from 5:00-9:30PM. Light eats and snacks also available in the bar.

Info: Check-in at the outdoor stage with Jasmine Games or Michael Hatcher. Sign-ups open until list closes. Come early to secure your spot!

Info: Enjoy the show!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The VORTEX, 2307 Manor Road, Austin, United States