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Latest Past Events
Other People’s Poetry Open Mic w/ TLoW
Busboys and Poets Monroe 625 Monroe St NE, WashingtonIt’s Not Quite Karaoke! Bring your favorite poems, songs or rap lyrics to read onstage - then listen to DJ Shablast play all your favorites! Feature poet - T-Low, aka “The Lover of Words”. Guest Perfomer: TLow Host: Project MC. DJ: DJ B-Blast All Ages, food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite qualifies you […]
DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team Showcase w/ Born I
Busboys and Poets Columbia 6251 Mango Tree Rd, ColumbiaPowerful presentation & insightful lyrics will be on the menu as the DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team performs together for the first time ever. Guest Perfomer: Born I All Ages, food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite qualifies you for prizes Space is limited, early arrival suggested to guarantee seating and entry. PART OF […]
Jessica Care Moore w/ musical guest Wendel Patrick
Kennedy Center 2700 F Street NW, WashingtonJessica Care moore is an internationally renowned poet, playwright, performance artist, and producer. She will be accompanied by professor and composer Wendel Patrick. Part of the 2023 Words Beats & Life Festival Online advance reservations for a given performance date will open on a rolling basis, opening every Wednesday two weeks out from the date. PART […]
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