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The Poetry Room x A Novel Concept present: Open Mic Night featuring Olivia GatwoodJoin us on night one of Lansing Lit for an unforgettable night of words, voices, and self-expression! The Poetry Room and A Novel Concept are proud to host a special Open Mic Night featuring acclaimed poet, author, and viral sensation Olivia Gatwood.
For a full list of Lansing Lit events, keep an eye on the festival page: https://www.facebook.com/people/Lansing-Lit/61556007641068/
🗓 Date: September 19, 2025
🕖 Doors & Sign-Up: 7:00 PM (first come, first served)
🎤 Event Starts: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: A Novel Concept
222 S.Washington Square
Lansing MI 48933
🎟 FREE ADMISSION
There are 24 open mic spots available. Each performer gets 1 original piece, with a 3-minute time limit (plus a 30-second grace period). We will be timing performances, so please plan accordingly.
🎭 Optional Theme: Identity
Tell us who you are. Explore, challenge, and represent your identity through your words.
Don’t miss this chance to share your work or just soak in the powerful energy of live poetry.
Olivia Gatwood is the author of two poetry collections, New American Best Friend and Life of the Party, and co-writer of Adele’s music video “I Drink Wine.” She has received international recognition for her poetry, writing workshops, and work as a Title IX-compliant educator in sexual assault prevention and recovery. Her performances have been featured on HBO, MTV, VH1, the BBC, and more, with poems appearing in The Poetry Foundation, Lambda Literary, and The Missouri Review.
This event is made possible by generous support from:
Arts Council of Greater Lansing
City of Lansing
Arts and Culture Fund
Come early. Stay late. Speak your truth.
See you there.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
A Novel Concept, 216 Washington Sq S, Lansing, MI 48933-1821, United States
