About this Event
The Black Light Open Mic: A Spoken Word Affair is back, and we’re kicking off the new year the only way we know how—grown and sexy.
Join us for another show to remember as we celebrate the birthday of Black Light creator and host, Neisha Christine, with guest co-host, Steph Love, in the building to help keep the party going.
What can you expect?
- Private, intimate dining space with stylish decor and an appetizing dinner menu
- Open mic sign-up list
- Fire performance from our surprise feature spoken word artist
- Afterparty and more!
Tell a friend to tell a friend--this is not the one to miss!
Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
Doors Open: 7:30 PM | Show Starts: 8:30 PM
Attire: DRESS TO IMPRESS
Location: Cutlass Grille – 725 Eden Way North #700, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Follow us on Instagram: @blacklight_openmic
Agenda
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Network & Chill
Info: Join us at 7:30 pm for 'Network and Chill' – where the doors open to all. This hour sets the scene for mingling and connections. Vibe with fellow guests in a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. It's your chance to network in style before the main event kicks off.
🕑: 08:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Poetry + Vibes + You
Info: We're matching energy at our open mic session! All genres of poetry are accepted, and anyone- regardless of experience level-- can sign the list. The words might be uncensored, but this is a safe space, and every voice is celebrated and heard. Around 9:45 pm, we're bringing in the one and only Symay, an award-winning spoken word artist, who will undoubtedly light the mic up!
🕑: 10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
"After the show, it's the afterparty and..."
Info: It's going down when the music goes up!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Cutlass Grille, 725 Eden Way North, Chesapeake, United States
USD 23.18 to USD 172.57








