Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

Thu Jul 21 2022 at 08:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Contemporary Art Center of Peoria | Peoria

Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Publisher/HostContemporary Art Center of Peoria
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
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Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, July 21, ~ 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 7pm 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
July Feature Poet: Eve Bell
In 2007, 2008, and 2010, Eve Bell received the “Viewer’s Choice Award” from Poetry.com. In 2014, she was named “Best Poet” at a Local Black Expo event held annually in Peoria, Illinois. She has been as featured poet at “Whisper & Shout” in 2020 and 2021. She competed in “Gods And Goddesses” National Poetry Slam that was held in Rockford, IL.
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Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, 305 SW Water St #2R,Peoria,IL,United States

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