Name: Poetry Open Mic (June)
Start: 2026-06-05T18:30:00-04:00
Location: 506 S. Sterling Street

The power of poetry unites us.
Poetry Open Mic at the Burke Arts Council Theater
Friday, June 5, 6:30–8:00PM (doors open at 6)
Emcee: Kyra Freeman of Morganton
Free and open to the public (over 18). Donations are welcome and appreciated.
Refreshments will be available for purchase
About the Night
This open mic creates a welcoming space for people who live in or wander near Burke County to gather and share poems aloud. Bring your voice, your favorite lines, or simply come to listen and soak in the evening.
How to Participate
Read or recite your own original work;
Share a poem by another writer that speaks to you;
Or come to listen and enjoy the community.
Please sign up in advance to read or recite, sign up on our website.
Performance limit: 8 minutes per performer; a second reading may be possible if time permits. If time allows, walk-up participants may be invited to share one or two poems.
Whether you’ve just written your first poem or have published collections, join us in the magical performance space at Burke Arts Council to share and celebrate poetry.
Code of Conduct:
Poetry open mic is a welcoming and safe space. By performing, you agree to:
Respect others: No hate speech, bullying, or any verbal or physical conduct a reasonable person would find threatening, intimidating, or humiliating.
Respect privacy: Do not record audio or video of performances without the performer’s permission.